Ireland – Engineering works and construction works – Bundoran to Ballyshannon Active Travel Scheme

Donegal County Council (DCC) proposes to develop a cycle and pedestrian corridor between the two towns of Bundoran and Ballyshannon which will be reserved exclusively for non-motorised journeys, enhancing both the environment and the quality of life of the surrounding area. This proposed scheme will be located on the northern side of the R267 consisting of 3m wide shared cycle and pedestrian route commencing 140m west of the Bundoran Roundabout travelling East along a 3.5km rural route. On the approach to Ballyshannon at the speed limits the shared area separates into a 2m wide pedestrian walkway and the 3m wide 2-way cycle track to the Ballyshannon roundabout. The principal feature of the proposed development is to provide a 5km Greenway along the R267 between Bundoran and Ballyshannon offering benefits for Safety to all road users, tourism, economic growth, culture and wellbeing.