Waterford is a natural harbour, being wide and sheltered from the extremes of weather. This makes it ideal for trade and shipping. The Port of Waterford is the nearest major Irish Port to mainland Europe.
Waterford Port, by Michael O'Connell
Waterford Port, by Michael O'Connell (b. 1918). O'Connell was born in Waterford. He was a National School teacher and a local landscape painter.
© Waterford City Council.Waterford Port, by Michael O'Connell
Waterford Port, by Michael O'Connell (b. 1918). O'Connell was born in Waterford. He was a National School teacher and a local landscape painter.
© Waterford City Council.Above is an oil painting of the port by native Waterford painter Michael O'Connell.