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Introducing Carrick-on-Shannon
Since the completion of the Shannon-Erne Waterway, Carrick-on-Shannon (Cora Droma Rúisc) has become a major marina, and a recent influx of international business centres has seen the town’s population surge. Tourism remains Carrick’s main industry, however, and its charming village centre and riverside location make a popular weekend destination, so you’ll need to plan your visit well ahead.
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During the 17th century and most of the 18th it was a Protestant town, but Catholics were permitted to live in the area known as ‘the Liberty’ on the Roscommon side of the river.
Last updated: Sep 16, 2008
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