Glasson village is a charming place to visit, located just north of Athlone and only a short distance from Lough Ree. Visit the craft gallery to experience the eclectic mix of genuine Irish homemade craft and original art. Glasson also boasts some old-world pubs and is home to three multi award-winning restaurants. In Glasson you are spoilt for choice when it comes to accomodation options:
Places to eat:
Just 5km from Glasson is the fabulous
Portlick Millennium Forest. This wonderful walk explores the wooded glades and farmlands of Portlick and the Whinning peninsula of Lough Ree. The trail is 5km with shorter alternatives. Enjoy native trees and attractive and varied views of Lough Ree and an old ruin features near the south-west limit of the walking trail.
Glasson Craft Gallery can be found in the centre of the village; an Irish Craft Shop which also provides a bespoke Picture Framing service.