Hire a self-drive canal boat and begin your in Ireland from Bellanaleck. This small town with just a few hundred inhabitants is an ideal starting point to discover Lough Erne as it is located centrally between both the upper and lower parts…cleverly named Lower Lough Erne and Upper Lough Erne!

Bellanaleck is also only 8km from the historic town of Enniskillen, the largest town in County Fermanagh. Nestled on a small island and an essential stop on your boating holiday itinerary, Enniskillen mixes historic treasures such as the 15th century castle which is home to two museums with more modern interests such as shopping opportunities at the art and craft themed Buttermarket Courtyard with numerous galleries, shops and cafes.

• Banagher  (Shannon Region)

• Carrick on Shannon   (Shannon Region)