The plans were announced at Failte Ireland's Hidden Heartlands briefing.
A new walking and cycle trail network between Westmeath and Offaly is being planned.
It's part of a collaboration between Failte Ireland and Bord na Mona.
The proposed trail would run between Athlone and Lough Boora on former industrial peatlands.
A second possible trail route has also been identified in Offaly which would link the Grand Canal Walkway and Mount Lucas Windfarm.
Athlone also looks set to get a new waterside amenity under the Shannon Tourism Masterplan.
All plans were announced at Failte Ireland's Hidden Heartlands briefing.
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