Plan Your Visit
The Suir Blueway follows one of Ireland’s most scenic river valleys, stretching over 50km through the heart of Tipperary and Waterford. Ancient castles, medieval towns and lush riverside scenery line the route. Paddle the river, walk or cycle the greenway and take time to explore the historic towns of Cahir, Clonmel and Carrick-on-Suir along the way.
From kayaking the calm stretches of the Suir to cycling the riverside greenway, there’s a pace and an activity to suit everyone. Browse below and book with our local qualified providers who know every bend in the river.
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Itineraries
From a half-day paddle to a multi-day adventure, our ready-made itineraries take the guesswork out of planning your Suir Blueway experience.
Directions
Getting to Suir
Suir Blueway is located in County Tipperary in Ireland’s Ancient East and can be accessed from several nearby towns and villages. Key access points include Clonmel, Cahir and Carrick-on-Suir, all providing convenient starting points for exploring the Blueway.
From Dublin, take the M8 motorway towards Cork, exiting for Cahir or Clonmel. Follow local signage to the River Suir Blueway access points along the river.
Typical travel times
- Dublin: approx. 2–2.5 hours
- Cork: approx. 1.5 hours
- Galway: approx. 2.5 hours
- Limerick: approx. 1 hour
Regular bus services operate to Clonmel, Cahir and Carrick-on-Suir. Rail services are available to Clonmel and Carrick-on-Suir, with connecting routes from major cities. Local taxis and cycling routes can bring you to Blueway access points.
Visitors typically begin their journey at:
- Clonmel (main access point and visitor hub)
- Cahir
- Carrick-on-Suir