Shannon-Erne
The Shannon-Erne canal ( Uiscebhealach na Sionainne is na hÉirne) connects the River Shannon in the Republic of Ireland to the River Erne in Northern Ireland. The canal was constructed between 1846 and 1860, with the name "Ballinamore and Ballyconn".
Nicols boat rentals operates a base at Bellanaleck on the Upper Lough Erne.
Weekend 2 nights
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Bellanaleck, Enniskillen and return
Cruise distance 20km (12.43 miles), 5 hours of cruising
Mini-week, 4 nights
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Bellanaleck, Belturbet, Enniskillen, Killadeas and return
Cruise distance 110km (68.35 miles), 16 hours of cruising
One week return
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Bellanaleck, Enniskillen, Belleek, Ballyconnell and return
Cruise distance 140km (86.99 miles), 20 hours of cruising
10 day return
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Bellanaleck, Leitrim, Crom Castle, Ballyconnell, Keshcarrigan and return
Cruise distance 240km (149.13 miles), 32 locks, 34 hours of cruising
The Shannon-Erne cruise map
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Nicols rental boats for the Shannon-Erne
Nicols operate 3 types of self-drive boats for the Shannon-Erne
N QUATTRO B +
& 2 children
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