The Official Website of the Oughterard Tourist Office - operator of Fáilte Ireland approved Accommodation, Angling, Horse Riding and much more! The Heart of the West of Ireland - Oughterard is called "the Gateway to Connemara", and offers an unforgettable and enjoyable stay to any visitor. The village, situated between the cosmopolitan city of Galway and the wilds of Connemara makes Oughterard the perfect base to explore all the diverse activities, sights and experiences the West of Ireland has to offer. For your added ease in the main street of the village is a fully staffed Tourist Information Office which is run by the Oughterard Tourism & Development Association. We can offer you all the help you need to enjoy your visit to this beautiful location.
THE OUGHTERARD NEWSLETTER Published monthly byThe Oughterard Tourist Office, you can take advantage of this great media by advertising your own news, views and events. Annual Subscriptions are available by contacting us here atThe Oughterard Tourist Office on 091 552808 or you could email us at
ST PATRICK'S DAY PARADE 17th MARCH 2010 The Oughterard Festivals Committee are looking for more entries for the Oughterard St.Patrick's Day Parade which takes place on Wednesday 17th March from 1.00pm - 3.30pm. Entry forms are available from the Tourist Office. So come on...help us make the 2010 parade the best Oughterard has experienced yet!
Western Lakes report February 2010 Opening Day on the 15th was a bright but bitterly cold day, like many of the days we have had this winter. A good number of anglers ventured out to welcome in the new season, with a little bit of fishing and a lot of socialising the main order of the day. The Artic conditions meant for many a long leisurely lunch, with the Kelly Kettle and a frying pan put to good use.
Connemarathon 11th April 2010 Comprising of a Half Marathon, a Full Marathon and a 39.3 mile Ultra
Marathon all taking place on the one day in late March or early April.
Entry fee for 2010 is €70.00(Euro). The 2009 event attracted a sell out
of 3,600 entries with representation from 31 Countries. The 2010 event will take place on April 11th.
THE OUGHTERARD TOURIST OFFICE IS THE OFFICIAL ACCOMMODATION PROVIDER FOR THE FBD RAS 2010 STAGE FINISH 25TH MAY. THE FBD INSURANCE RAS 8 DAY INTERNATIONAL CYCLE RACE, now in its 58th year, is included on the prestigious Union Cycliste International Calendar of International Cycle Races. Most important of all the FBD INSURANCE RAS provides a major international cycle race on home ground for the Irish National Squad and essential developmental experience for our young riders.
