The River Suir Blueway

Where: Clonmel to Carrick-on-Suir (21km)

Why: The Suir Blueway stretches 53km along the river from Cahir to Carrick-on-Suir, with kayaking, walking and cycling just a couple of options along the way. Cyclists can follow the towpath from Clonmel to Carrick - a 21km route with something for all ages (though clearly, young peddlers should steer clear of the water). The route is divided into four stages, so you can pick a distance - from Carey's Slip to Kilsheelan (7km), for example, or Kilsheelan to Carrick (11.5km). A gentle, 4km tar and chip path also connects Cahir with the lovely Swiss Cottage.

Trip notes: Car parks are closed, but the route is open to local users within their 5km to June 29. For more info, and bike rental options, visit tipperary.com.

If you like this, try: Cycling is possible along stretches of the Royal Canal (its 130km greenway, once finished, will be Ireland's longest; bluewaysireland.org). Arthur's Way, a 16km heritage trail tracing Arthur Guinness's life in Co Kildare, includes a stretch along the Grand Canal from Hazelhatch to Cliff at Lyons (intokildare.ie).