Monaghan Town Greenway

Monaghan, Ireland (2013)

Scale: District level

A 4.2 km walking and cycling route that follows the old Ulster Canal towpath in Monaghan Town's urban and rural landscapes, passing heritage structures and scenic views.

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Challenge / Goal

To provide a safe, accessible and attractive recreational facility for the local community and visitors, and to promote active travel, health and well-being. To restore and enhance the historic Ulster Canal and its environment. To foster cross-border cooperation and integration through shared green infrastructure.

Solution

To develop a greenway along the disused canal towpath, using existing bridges, locks and canal houses as features. To provide signage, waymarking, seating and parking facilities along the route. To secure funding from various sources, including the EU INTERREG VA programme and TII. To collaborate with stakeholders from both sides of the border to plan and implement the project

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Time period

Planning time
2 to 5 years

Implementation time
More than 5 years

Service providers

Monaghan County Council, Sport Ireland

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