Cavan, County capital in Ulster region, Ireland.
Cavan is a county capital in the Ulster region with narrow medieval streets that wind through valleys and hills. These streets connect historic areas to modern commercial and residential districts.
The settlement began between 1300 and 1330 when Irish clan chief Giolla Íosa Ruadh O'Reilly built a stronghold in the area. It received a royal charter in 1611 that confirmed its status as an established town.
The Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim shapes the skyline with its limestone facade and central tower rising above surrounding buildings. The 1938 structure reflects how the community expressed its religious identity through architecture.
The town has flat to rolling streets that are easy to explore on foot. The best time to visit is during the drier months, as the region receives substantial rainfall.
The surrounding area is known for its many lakes, which draw anglers and water sports enthusiasts to the region. These numerous waterways give the area its character as a freshwater destination.
Location: County Cavan
Location: Ulster
Elevation above the sea: 113 m
Website: http://cavanudc.ie
GPS coordinates: 53.99102,-7.36007
Latest update: December 14, 2025 21:07
Cloughoughter Castle
7.4 km
Cathedral of Saint Patrick and Saint Felim
831 m
St Fethlimidh's Cathedral
3.5 km
Killykeen Forest Park
6.5 km
Finn McCool's Fingers
5.4 km
Cavan Courthouse
312 m
Cavan Water Mill
267 m
Butlersbridge Church
5.9 km
Gartnanoul Court Tomb
8.9 km
Quivvy Church
13.1 km
Ballyhaise Bridge
7.5 km
Killoughter Church
11.7 km
Cavan Town Hall
128 m
St Mary's Church
6.3 km
Baker's Bridge
8.8 km
St Andrew’s Church
9.5 km
Carratraw Bridge
7.3 km
St Michael’s Church
9.2 km
St John's Church
10 km
Butler's Bridge
5.9 km
Cavan Presbyterian Church
204 m
St Brigid's Church
3.3 km
Drumlane Church and Round Tower
10.8 km
St Patrick's Church
11.4 km
Maudsley Mausoleum
13.3 km
Cavan Church of Ireland
312 m
Knipe Mausoleum
13.3 km
Abbey Tower
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