University of Galway unveils new 5km health and wellbeing river route

Mon, Mar 09, 2026

University of Galway has unveiled a new 5km river route which aims to enhance physical and mental wellbeing for students, staff and the wider community.

The initiative was launched by Mayor of the City of Galway, Councillor Mike Cubbard, and University of Galway President, Professor David Burn, as part of the university’s ongoing investment in outdoor facilities, with funding support from Galway City Council’s Active Cities and Healthy Galway programmes.

The newly marked river route begins on campus at the Jes Rowing Club and runs along the banks of the River Corrib, finishing at the rugby pitch within the university’s Dangan Sports Campus.