Donegal Camino
€432,522.82 RAISED SINCE 2020 for CANCER CARE WEST
FROM INISHOWEN TO SLIABH LIAG
Ó INIS EOGHAIN GO SLIABH LIAG
30th August to 5th September 2026
The 2026 Donegal Camino takes place from Donegal Camino Sunday 30th August to Saturday 5th of September 2026.
We continue to support Cancer Care West Support Centre, Letterkenny and with your continued support we plan to exceed our previous fundraising targets.
Last year the 2025 Donegal Camino raised €153,227.52, a record breaking sum. 735 people walked over the 7 days of what is now the leading walking festival in Ireland. This brings to €432,552.82 the funds raised by Donegal Camino for the Cancer Care West Support Centre, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal since the first steps were taken by founder, Peggy Stringer at Malin Head in 2020.
Registration has opended. Limited to 100 walkers per day. Click here to register.
Originally founded by Inishowen business woman, Peggy Stringer who now resides in Dublin, the Donegal Camino is centered on the true ethos of a Camino, a pilgrimage which brings together a network of beautiful and inspiring walking and hiking routes and of course people. It showcases the stunning beauty and world class walking and hiking of the Northwest County along with Donegal’s hospitality, excellent food, warm and welcoming people. The Donegal Camino also raises much needed funds for Cancer Care West services across the county. So far the Donegal Camino has raised €432,552.82
Peggy Stringer’s vision for the Donegal Camino brought together two of Donegal’s finest Ambassadors, TV personality and hotelier, Noel Cunningham and Businesswoman and former owner of Harvey’s Point, Deirdre McGlone. Together, with a growing committee of volunteers, the Donegal Camino is rapidly becoming the leading walking and hiking festival in Ireland.
Offering, 1, 3 and 7-day walking options, it’s easy to Register for either option. The Donegal Camino asks each registered walker to pledge their commitment to support the services of Cancer Care West by raising a €100 per person for each day walked, or a sum that’s comfortable to you.
The 2026 Itinerary features a brand new 7-day itinerary inclusive of the most breathtaking walking routes in Donegal from the Isle of Doagh Inishowen to Europe’s highest sea cliffs, Sliabh Liag. Check out the Itinerary and join us in growing the Donegal Camino and its support for Cancer Care West, Donegal.
Ní neart go chur le chéile agus tríd Camino Dún na nGall tá muid uilig ag siúlóid le tacaíocht a thabhairt do seirbhísí Cancer Care West – Tá géarghá leo treasna Dún na nGall.
How do I register?
- Please click Register on top menu.
What does my registration fee cover?
- Four professional guides on each walk
- Insurance
- Donegal Camino T-shirt and Cap
- Support network vehicles, first aid and supports to ensure the safety of all walkers.
- Critical Operational Costs
What are the transport arrangements?
All walkers are responsible for making their own transport arrangements. Each walk will have the same start and finish point, unless otherwise specified. Transport will be arranged on selected walks which will be detailed on the itinerary.
Accommodation
Walkers are responsible for booking and confirming their own accommodation. PLEASE RESERVE YOUR ACCOMMODATION IMMEDIATELY AS IT BOOKS UP FAST. We will make recommendations on accommodation and an additional listing of quality accommodation options is available on www.govisitdonegal.com
Dinner arrangements
A venue is suggested for dinner or social get togethers each evening. Guests MUST book their place with hospitality@donegalcamino.ie directly to ensure your place at the Donegal Camino Table by Monday 24th August 2026
Fundraising and how can I donate to the Cancer Care West charity?
For 2026 we are once again keen to increase our donation and fundraising for Cancer Care West. In 2025 we exceeded our target and made our largest donation to date €152,344.00 – can YOU help US go beyond this donation in 2026?
For each registered walker, we invite you to consider raising an average of €100 per day that you walk the Donegal Camino, or suggest your donation.
Donations can be done via www.iDonate.ie
Cheques can be made payable to Cancer Care West in the name of Donegal Camino.
Set up an iDonate page as part of your personal sponsorship.
We will support you with ideas for your fundraising.
How much sponsorship do I need to gather?
The primary aim of the Donegal Camino is to raise much needed funds for Cancer Care West which will make a tangible difference for cancer patients and their families in Donegal.
For 2026 we invite you to join us in raising €100 per person per day that you walk. Our Registration page will have recommendations on how to achieve this. Our wonderful Donegal Camino Ambassador, Committee Member and Cancer Care West Patron, Noel Cunningham will be on hand to advise and support you with fundraising. Together we can raise a substantial amount for such an amazing cause.
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Donate to Cancer Care West
Our chosen charity is Cancer Care West. Since 2021, we have raised €432,552.82, all of which has gone directly to the vital Cancer Care West Support Services across Donegal. We invite you to PLEASE help us increase our support and donation by giving what you can afford regardless of how small. Simply click the Donate button to pledge your support. All donations are processed securely.
Is mór linn do thacaíocht agus buíochas ó chroí libh uilig.
Walk with us
Peggy Stringer – Deirdre McGlone – Noel Cunningham
