Vintage Continental-sized (approx. 4x6) chrome postcard with a bright view

of Lough Ree, part of the River Shannon system near Athlone in County Westmeath

in the Irish midlands.

Photo by R. Beer.

Front caption reads, "Lough Ree near Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland."

Back caption reads,

"LOUGH REE, CO. WESTMEATH: 1 1/2 miles north of Athlone, Lough Ree extends

north for 15 miles and varies in width from 1 to 6 miles. This large expansion of the Shannon

is bordered on the west by Roscommon and on the East by Longford and Westmeath.

The shore line is pleasantly wooded and varies from deep bays to shallow inlets. Boating

trips may be made from Athlone to the numerous islands and Lough Ree is noted for its

course fishing, i.e. pike, perch and bream."

Card No. 2/344 published by John Hinde, Ltd., Cabinteely.

Split back; unused.

Good condition. See photos.

Ships securely in a protective plastic holder.

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