Claudette Dale, Yann O’Carroll, Gerard O’Carroll – President of Down Syndrome Ireland, cycling legend Sean Kelly and Paul Sheridan, founder and organiser of Tour de Munster, and at the official launch of the 25th annual Tour de Munster. Photo: Brian Arthur
PARTICIPANTS are gearing up for the 25th annual Tour de Munster charity cycle with legend Seán Kelly officially launching this year’s Tour at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Limerick on Tuesday.
The silver anniversary edition of Tour de Munster will take to the road from Thursday, August 7th to Sunday, August 10th and will see amateur cyclists tackle a 600km route through all six counties of Munster to raise vital funds for the Munster branches of Down Syndrome Ireland (DSI).
This year’s Tour marks a significant occasion as the renowned charity cycle will be on the road for 25 years. Since its inception in 2001, the Tour de Munster has raised over €5 million for the Munster branches of DSI and has made real and lasting change for children and adults with Down syndrome across the region.
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Funds raised from this year’s Tour will support the essential services provided by DSI’s Munster branches.
Speaking at the launch event John O’Connor from Down Syndrome Kerry, said: “We’re looking forward to welcoming the Tour back to Kerry again this August. It’s always a highlight of the year for our members and families. Having had the support of Tour de Munster for the past 15 years has made a real difference.This year with the help and support of the Tour we have 31 young adults working shifts at Deenagh Lodge Café where we look forward to welcoming the Tour in August. Míle buíochas.”
Also commenting on the launch, Gerard O’Carroll from Kerry, Down Syndrome Ireland President; said “Tour de Munster has been instrumental in the annual fundraising efforts of our Munster branches. These funds provide ‘all-through-life’ supports to people with Down syndrome and their families. On behalf of Down Syndrome Ireland, thank you to every rider, donor, and volunteer for being part of this remarkable journey. We wish you the very best of luck for this year’s Tour.”
To support the Tour de Munster and donate, please visit https://www.idonate.ie/event/TDM2025
