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Upper Lake, Glendalough – Glendalough Round Tower loop from Glendalough

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Wicklow

Upper Lake, Glendalough – Glendalough Round Tower loop from Glendalough

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Upper Lake, Glendalough – Glendalough Round Tower loop from Glendalough

03:45

12.9km

320m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

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Wicklow Mountains National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.40 km

View of Glendalough Valley

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

On this hiking section you will find great views of the surrounding landscape. Heath, forests, hills and a river - no wish remains unfulfilled.

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4.57 km

Bench With View of Glendalough Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a busy spot. Take your pic, take your moment and move along.

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6.40 km

Poulanass Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Here you will pass a beautiful waterfall that falls in several steps from the mountains down to Upper Lake in Glendalough. The water is wonderfully clear and shimmers turquoise-green in the forest.

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6.86 km

The Upper Lake is probably the most formative lake in the Wicklow Mountains. When the water is calm, the mountains are reflected all around on the surface. Just a nice place. At the lake you can just relax, spend a day on the water and explore the surroundings.

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9.80 km

Glendalough Round Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

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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10.0 km

Gateway to the Glendalough Monastic City

Highlight • Historical Site

The gate, originally two storeys high, consists of two granite arches and is unique in Ireland. In the west arch, ie within the complex, a stone with a relief cross is attached. Expression of a welcome culture, if you had made it so far.

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10.3 km

River Crossing with View of Glendalough Monastic Site

Highlight • River

The river crossing on the trail to Glendalough is a delightful adventure that adds a touch of wilderness to your journey. As you navigate the stepping stones or cross the bridge, the gushing sound of the river accompanies you, creating a harmonious symphony with the rustle of the leaves and the songs of the birds.

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10.3 km

Glendasan River

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In the immediate vicinity of the cemetery

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12.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.3 km

1.13 km

718 m

426 m

303 m

Surfaces

4.38 km

4.08 km

2.26 km

1.19 km

427 m

426 m

139 m

Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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Friday 8 May

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Upper Lake, Glendalough – Glendalough Round Tower loop from Glendalough

View of Glendalough Valley

Bench With View of Glendalough Lake

Poulanass Waterfall