A lovely combination of a walk alongside the enormous Grand Bassin of the Canal du Midi, and the chance to see this typically French town and pick up picnic supplies or just enjoy a leisurely coffee...
The site of this village is perhaps one of the most poignant reminders of the way this region was practically laid waste during WW1.
Easy going trail through woodland that was once part of the Castledurrow Estate. The 'castle' is now a stylish venue for weddings etc.
A short circular walk along the bed of a former railway track that's now a mini-arboretum of fruit trees.
Easy to get to and with walks to suit dogs of all sizes, and families. There's a choice of four trails, and space to just wander around as well.
Once a lair for marauding pirates this small town is now one of the largest marinas for yachts and pleasure boats in the Med.
On a hot day this is a fantastic dog walk on the Canal du Midi towpath. It's peaceful and ideal for a complete break from motorway driving.
Part of the enormous Rambouillet forest, this is a fantastic place to walk and re-charge your batteries under the canopy of trees. Perfect for dogs, and great for a family day out from Paris.
The mansion in the park was where Charles Parnell was born, there's no museum or anything here now though (the building is used as offices).
Nicely marked easy to follow short trails here. Useful as a walkies stop between Rosslare and Waterford - or just for a walk anyway.
Ideal spot for a leisurely picnic on the lough shore - and the dog will be delighted with a woodland walk and then a chance for some swimming.
Peaceful woodland with easy forest tracks to walk on. And if you've an interest in history there's some seriously old stuff to try and find while you're here.