Glendalough Walk

The Glendalough route makes an ideal track for both walking and running, as well as offering flat terrain to be suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

This walking route boasts plenty of photo opportunities and scenic spots to enjoy a sunset. Be sure to make the most of this idyllic space on your trip to County Wicklow.

The Walk

Directions

Facilities

The Glendalough walk is the ultimate choice for those seeking an idyllic route in the Wicklow Mountains National Park.

This route affords views of the lake and forest and is shaded by trees, making it a great route at any time of the year.

Be guided around both the Glendalough Upper Lake and Lower Lake, providing unrivalled tranquillity on this easy, loop walk.

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Wheelchair friendly
Pram friendly
Dog friendly
Child friendly
Running
Historic

Directions

Begin at the Glendalough Visitor Centre before venturing South to reach the Wicklow Way.
Continue along the route, passing the Lower Lake on your right.
Follow the path until you reach the East of the Upper Lake, stopping to view its beauty and enjoy a picnic.
Continue past the Glendalough Photo Post. Once you reach the Upper Lake car park head South and join the Wicklow Way again.
Take the next left path off the Wicklow Way and bear right (avoiding the car park). Follow the route round to take you past the Lower Lake on the adjacent side to earlier.
Follow the path before joining the Wicklow Way once more to bring you back to your starting point.

Glendalough Walk