Foynes
Ireland · MunsterIE
Port town in County Limerick, Ireland
Foynes is a town and major port in County Limerick in the midwest of Ireland, located at the edge of hilly land on the southern bank of the Shannon Estuary. The population of the town was 512 as of the 2022 census.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 542
- Coordinates
- 52.611, -9.110
- Timezone
- Europe/Dublin
- Elevation
- 3 m
Overview of Foynes
Part of Munster, Ireland, Foynes is a village. Population figures land around 542. The northern hemisphere setting is worth noting when you pick dates. Which shapes the pace of a visit. Expect adventure, culture and nature to fill most of your time.
Things to do in Foynes
Adventure in Foynes
(1)Foynes records Boat Rides under adventure. It is a direct read of Foynes's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Culture in Foynes
(1)On the culture side, Foynes offers Art Galleries. Everything listed here comes from what Foynes is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Nature in Foynes
(1)Looking for nature? Foynes has Gardens. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Foynes.
Sports in Foynes
(1)Under sports, Foynes is tagged with Slopes. Each one is worth building half a day around. This reflects only what is documented for Foynes.
Best time to visit Foynes
Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Foynes still delivers. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
Getting there & around
Getting to Foynes usually means a connection from Munster and your own wheels for the rest. Foynes runs on Europe/Dublin time.
Similar destinations
Places near Foynes that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Foynes known for?
- In Munster, Ireland, Foynes stands out for adventure, culture and nature. That mix defines the typical visit to this 542-strong destination.
- What can you do in Foynes?
- Options in Foynes run to Boat Rides, Art Galleries, Gardens and Slopes — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Foynes?
- Year-round, the indoor and evening side of Foynes still delivers. Outdoor exploring is easiest in April to June and September to October. For anything on or in the water, aim for June to September.
- Where is Foynes located?
- You will find Foynes in Munster, Ireland. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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