Welcome to Heritage Ireland
Irelands built and natural heritage enriches our understanding of history. Trace this history from our earliest civilisation to the birth of our modern nation through the centuries in between.Increasingly,
international attention is being focused on the preservation of the worlds
natural and built heritage. National parks and other protected areas are part
of a global network.
One of the responsibilities of The Office of Public Works
(OPW) is the protection and conservation of Irelands built heritage. The
Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government (DOEHLG) is
responsible for the protection and conservation of Irelands natural heritage
and works closely with the European Union to ensure that protected areas in
Ireland, of European importance, are cared for.
The primary concern of both the OPW and DOEHLG is to protect and maintain Irelands heritage for future generations and visitors are therefore asked to respect the sites they visit and to co-operate at all times with on-site staff. Please note access may be restricted to certain sites due to essential maintenance.
