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Glendalough Round Tower – Glendalough loop from Glendalough

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Ireland

Wicklow

Glendalough Round Tower – Glendalough loop from Glendalough

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Glendalough Round Tower – Glendalough loop from Glendalough

03:18

45.0km

1,010m

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 26, 2026

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Wicklow Mountains National Park

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296 m

Glendalough

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Glendalough, a stunning glacial valley in County Wicklow, is famous for its historical monastic site founded by St. Kevin in the 6th century, featuring a well-preserved round tower and several …

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534 m

Glendalough Round Tower

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This round tower is about 30 meters high and has 6 floors. At a height of 3.6 m there is a door that could be reached with a ladder.

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715 m

Glendalough Monastic Site

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The ruins of the monastic settlement of Glendalough are picturesquely situated in a valley in the Wicklow Mountains. It is a very special place for my wife and I, which …

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1.09 km

Glendalough

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Glendalough is home to one of the most important monastic sites in Ireland. The early christian settlement was founded in the 6th century and a "monastic city" developed from this. …

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2.85 km

Café Stop Near Wicklow Mountains National Park

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Good cafe stop on the edge of the Wicklow Mountains National Park. It's a good idea to stock up here as there aren't many opportunities once you get into the mountains.

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