County Waterford

Coastlines, Mountains, River Valleys, and Historic Routes

From the cliffs and coves of the Copper Coast to the valleys of the River Blackwater and the foothills of the Comeragh Mountains, County Waterford contains a diverse network of routes, landscapes, and places shaped by geology, water, and centuries of history. Trails such as the Waterford Greenway, Copper Coast Trail, and sections of the East Munster Way reveal many of these environments, while landscapes including the Copper Coast, Comeragh Mountains, Blackwater Valley, and Waterford Estuary showcase some of Ireland's most distinctive natural environments.

Long-distance routes pass through coastal landscapes, mountain terrain, river valleys, farmland, woodland, and historic settlements, linking places that have shaped the character of County Waterford for generations. Together, these routes and landscapes reveal the character of the county while providing opportunities to explore at a slower pace through self-guided travel and independent exploration.