Fifth edition of walking festival to explore Inishowen’s stunning landscapes 

The fifth edition of the Inishowen Walking Festival is taking place later this month.

Most of the festival's walks take place from September 12 to 14, with additional walks on September 19 and 20.

The festival, which is organised by Go Visit Inishowen and the Inishowen Development Partnership,  features up to 20 walks happening right across the peninsula, giving walkers the chance to explore Inishowen’s wild beauty on foot — from windswept coastlines to quiet hills, hidden paths to local heritage spots. 

Walks will take place in locations including  Buncrana, Fort Dunree, Drumfries, Clonmany, Malin Head, Greencastle, Newtowncunningham, Muff and Moville.

This event invites walkers of all levels to explore the stunning landscapes of the Inishowen Peninsula through a series of guided walks.

Niall McCaughan, manager at Go Visit Inishowen, said: “We are really excited to launch this year’s Inishowen Walking Festival which takes place over the second weekend in September. With a range of routes that showcase the breathtaking natural beauty and unique heritage of Inishowen, the festival offers something for everyone. From coastal treks to scenic inland trails, this is a fantastic opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the outdoors in the company of fellow enthusiasts. As a member of a local hill-walking group myself, I can’t wait to visit some of the great walking locations across the region.”

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Barry McLaughlin, Chance project coordinator at Inishowen Development Partnership, said: “Inishowen Development Partnership is delighted yet again to be working with Go Visit Inishowen on one of the north-west’s best-known and loved walking festivals. This year again, we have a great range of walks in Malin Head, Muff, Dunree, Buncrana and many other locations. As an additional bonus, the walks are led by local people and community groups, so participants will be given unique local knowledge which wouldn’t necessarily be known by people outside of the area. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or just looking for a leisurely walk with friends, this is a weekend not to be missed! We would also like to thank Donegal Sports Partnership for again supporting this event.”

While it is a free event, walkers are encouraging participants to make a small donation towards Go Visit Inishowen through the festival website, which will assist not only in the day-to-day running of the organisation, but to develop this and other future festivals. More information about the Walks as well as registration can be found at Inishowen Walking Festival 2025.