Clonfert
Ireland · ConnaughtIE
Village and church in County Galway, Ireland
Clonfert is a small village in east County Galway, Ireland, halfway between Ballinasloe and Portumna. The village gives its name to the Diocese of Clonfert. Clonfert Cathedral is one of the eight cathedral churches of the Church of Ireland, Diocese of Limerick and Killaloe. The cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Clonfert is located in Loughrea and is home to the Shrine of Our Lady of Clonfert. Three churches lay in this parish, St. Brendan's Eyrecourt, St. Francis Meelick and Clonfert. Its current parish priest (2021) is Fr. Declan McInerney and its bishop Michael Duignan. The village is in a civil parish of the same name.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- 53.239, -8.057
- Timezone
- Europe/Dublin
- Elevation
- 0 m
Overview of Clonfert
Set in Connaught, Ireland, Clonfert is a spot. Its strongest draws are culture. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Clonfert
Culture in Clonfert
(2)Under culture, Clonfert is tagged with Architectural Buildings and Cathedrals. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Clonfert.
Getting there & around
Clonfert rewards a slow approach — a hub in Connaught, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Europe/Dublin on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Clonfert that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Clonfert known for?
- Travellers associate Clonfert with culture. It sits in Connaught, Ireland.
- What can you do in Clonfert?
- Clonfert is tagged with Architectural Buildings and Cathedrals, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- Where is Clonfert located?
- Clonfert belongs to Connaught, Ireland, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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