Ballyshannon
Ireland · UlsterIE
Town in County Donegal, Ireland
Ballyshannon is a town in County Donegal, Ireland. It is located at the southern end of the county where the N3 from Dublin ends and the N15 crosses the River Erne. The town was incorporated in the early 17th century, receiving a town charter in March 1613.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 2,503
- Coordinates
- 54.500, -8.183
- Timezone
- Europe/Dublin
- Elevation
- 61 m
Overview of Ballyshannon
Ballyshannon belongs to Ulster, Ireland and has the feel of a small settlement. Its resident count stands at approximately 2,503. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. What stands out most: culture, nature and nightlife. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Ballyshannon
Culture in Ballyshannon
(1)Culture in Ballyshannon covers Bridges. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Ballyshannon.
Nature in Ballyshannon
(1)Nature lovers get Beaches. All of it is drawn from Ballyshannon's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nightlife in Ballyshannon
(1)Under nightlife, Ballyshannon is tagged with Music. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Ballyshannon.
Water Sports in Ballyshannon
(1)Under water sports, Ballyshannon is tagged with Surf. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Ballyshannon.
Best time to visit Ballyshannon
June to September brings the conditions water activities need.
Getting there & around
Ballyshannon is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Ulster and continue by car or bike. Time zone: Europe/Dublin.
Similar destinations
Places near Ballyshannon that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ballyshannon known for?
- Ballyshannon, in Ulster, Ireland, is best known for culture, nature and nightlife. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 2,503 residents.
- What can you do in Ballyshannon?
- Recorded activities in Ballyshannon include Bridges, Beaches, Music and Surf. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Ballyshannon?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need.
- Where is Ballyshannon located?
- Ballyshannon is located in Ulster, Ireland. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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