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The investment is designed to open up the countryside to visitors
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has announced almost €20k for two walking trails in Louth as part of the upgrade of 43 walking and hiking trails across rural Ireland.
Almost €10k has been awarded Improve signage on the Táin Way including the re-route at Slieve Foye Forest Park and Ravensdale Forest car park.
A further €10k has been allocated for the installation of a safety platform on a steep embankment and replacement of fencing at Slieve Foye.
Under the Government’s Walks Scheme, over €408,000 will be provided nationally to resurface, re-route and improve outdoor trails to benefit local communities, tourists, walkers and hikers alike.
The investment is designed to open up the countryside to visitors and make Ireland a world class destination for adventure tourism.
The funding will improve trail surfaces, drainage, waymarking and signage, enhancing these trails and the surrounding countryside.
It will also provide seating, picnic and recreation areas, and reroute some trails which will enhance the experience of those using them.
These projects are being delivered in partnership with landowners, Local Development Companies, Community Trail Management Organisations and other stakeholders.
Under the Walks Scheme, funding is provided to farmers and other landholders to maintain the trails that cross their land.
Making the announcement Minister Humphreys said:
“There is no better way of seeing our beautiful countryside than to use the many trails and walkways that are dotted around the country.
“These trails, many of which were created by volunteers and community groups, need to be cherished and maintained, so they can continue to be enjoyed by all.
“So today, I’m delighted to announce this funding to enhance these 43 trails across the country.
“These projects will also see investment into the local economy as they are carried out by small contractors using materials from local suppliers.
“This funding, along with my recent announcement of 62 new trails joining the Walks Scheme, underpins my Department’s continuing commitment to invest in rural Ireland in line with ‘Our Rural Future’."
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