Dowra is the bridge to the next Province, Ulster. In this respect, it straddles two counties: Cavan and Leitrim

It is a central place for people who want to enjoy the splendour of both counties as the village is connected to many of the walking trails of both Cavan & Leitrim.

Part of the Leitrim Way as well as the Cavan Way, both of which connect to the Ulster Way and to the historic Arigna Miners Way, Dowra is also part of The Kingfisher bikers trail and the Shannon Erne Drive.

There are maps located at different points along the walks and brochures and available in local stores along the routes. It is also the first village on The River Shannon.

Clan Name

Dowra is part of the ancestral home of the McGoverns and forms a stage of the Beara-Breifne Way which is based on the historic march of O’Sullivan Beara in 1603.

Stamp Locations

P.S. Loughlin’s
The Melrose Inn

CONTACT US

If you note a maintenance issue with the Leitrim Way, or anything else, please email info@leitrimway.ie.