Top Results for Longest Ireland
The Shannon is Ireland’s longest river, rising at Shannon Pot in County Cavan and flowing generally south through a chain of lakes before reaching the Atlantic through the Shannon Estuary. Its course includes or connects Lough Allen, Lough Ree, and Lough Derg, and the river system has long supported...
Why this score
Ireland's longest river offers strong national identity, tranquil scenery, boating, and historic sites; subdued dramatic character limits elite status.
Scoring methodology
The Shannon is a major river of Ireland, extending about 360 kilometers from the Shannon Pot in County Cavan to the Atlantic Ocean through the Shannon Estuary. Its course includes or connects with major lakes such as Lough Allen, Lough Ree, and Lough Derg. The river has supported inland navigation,...
