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The best bridges in the heart of Ireland: Droichid na hÉireann

Droichid na hÉireann, Dé Luain 31 Eanáir , RTÉ ONE ag 7.30pm

Lochlann Ó Mearáin brings us to see and learn about the best and most interesting stories about the bridges of Westmeath, Offaly, Louth and Meath.

Lochlann Ó Mearáin

On this week's episode, Lochlann will reveal some of the most breath-taking bridges in the heart of Ireland. Starting off by viewing one of Europe’s oldest surviving suspension bridges in Offaly, he will sail along the River Shannon to gaze upon The Athlone Railway Bridge before walking across the Joe Dolan Memorial Bridge. Finishing his travels on the River Boyne where he marvels at the great engineering feat of the Boyne Viaduct and discovers if there is any truth behind the viaduct being built on a foundation of cotton wool.

Droichid na hÉireann, Dé Luain 31 Eanáir , RTÉ ONE ag 7.30pm