River Nore Linear Park - 6Km Riverside Walk — Attraction in The Municipal District of Kilkenny City

Absolutely lovely for any age and ability . Ramps at entrance for wheelchairs and prams, children hop down the stairs . Although,its hard to get them by the exercise machinery,located just beyond either of the two entrances. You can go down to the river and have a swim,its shallow enough in several places to just waddle in with your toddler and watch the spiders glide over the water. Or perhaps see some dragon flies . Or just walk along,listen to the murmur of the water gliding by,sometimes it sounds rather like louder, as it pushes over some hindrance . Then the birdsong is drownded out. Different trees and bushes grow near the water,mostly alder,willow,hazelnut. Try to check under the leaves, to detect the hazelnuts. Elderberry can be picked, as well as plenty of blackberries. Havent met any stray dogs. Opposite the waterfront are fields and just natural habitat for lots of butterflies,birds,insects...you can go and walk a loop , or back again. The walk is level and not tiresome at all. And you can't believe,that you walked so far. Or...

An absolute haven of biodiversity! I'm seeing butterflies, insects and colours I have never seen before. The sound of crickets and bees fill the air. Wildflowers are flourishing and the Swan pair have another brood! Herons and ducks are regulars. Beautiful wild natural spot, may it remain so. Oh yeah, ye can swim and exercise down there too. My only thought for the place is for more bins, the humans are making a right mess on...

Lovely clean park. Noticeably free from dog mess. The whole walk was on the level, so very suitable for buggies, wheelchairs and kids on bikes/scooters. Two paths running parallel to each other, so plenty of room for everyone. Outdoor gym equipment in a couple of places. Our only complaint is the river is hidden for the majority of the walk. Only a few places to view it. Even the benches are just facing a wall of...