📜 Hydroelectric power station on the River Shannon, regarded as an engineering milestone of the 20th century.
🔍 It was the largest hydroelectric power plant in the world at the time of its construction. Why Go💡 Learn about Ireland's groundbreaking infrastructure project and its social, economic, and industrial development⚙️ See the turbine hall and original control room on guided tours🌊 Explore the impressive headrace canal, locks, and tailrace, including the Lough Derg Way trail🏞️ Discover the gateway to the scenic Lough Derg Region Why Avoid🗓️ Tours are seasonal and operate only Monday to Friday⚠️ Requires checking availability for tours in advance Tips🕒 Tours operate seasonally, typically Monday to Friday.
⏳ Guided tours last approximately 90 minutes.
📍 Coordinates are for the power station; Parteen Weir is eight miles upstream. Hours🕒 Tours operate seasonally, typically Monday to Friday (Jul-Sep).