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Both the poignancy of the trail’s history and the beauty of the waterways and countryside along National Famine Way are captured in this selection of photographs.
It also features many of the ancient ruins and archaeological features on or near the route.

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The National Famine Museum brings compelling stories from the Great Irish Famine powerfully to life for visitor of all ages.

Bronze Shoes black illustration slower. over 30 pairs of Bronze Shoes
along the National Famine Way

Bronze Shoes

A small pair of children’s Bronze Shoes is the powerful symbol of the National and Global Irish Famine Way™. The entire trail is waymarked by replica shoes cast in bronze as a poignant reminder of the journey the 1,490 emigrants made. Two thirds of our Missing 1,490 were women and children, including a 12 year-old boy named Daniel Tighe who is central to the trail.

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