Things to see or do
Amenities
- Distance: 9km
- Terrain: Mix of good paths and board walking
- Estimated Time: 3hrs - 4hrs
- Ascent: 380m
- Grade: Moderate
- Start and Finish: Glendalough Visitor Centre
Spink Loop
Glendalough
Wicklow
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Ireland East
Back in the 6th century, hermit monk Saint Kevin first sought solace and contemplation in the idyllic surroundings of Glendalough. His followers established a monastery here, which would become one of the most important monastic sites in Europe. The focal point was the 33m high round tower, where the monks could hide away, keen to keep their precious manuscripts from the hands of invading Vikings. The Glendalough Valley is now part of the Wicklow Mountains National Park. Established in 1991, it now extends to more than 170sq km. Only an hour’s drive from Dublin city, there is a vast array of routes at all levels of difficulty. But Glendalough is best explored on the Spink and Glenealo Valley Route, a high quality loop walk with excellent waymarking and a well-maintained trail.
Contact
Telephone+353 (0)40 46 9117Fax:+353 (0)40 46 9118
Email: wicklowtouristoffice@eircom.net
Website: www.npws.ie
Address: Wicklow Tourist Office, Railto House, Fitzwilliam Square, Co Wicklow, Republic of Ireland
Places to eat
The Wicklow Heather Restaurant
What's on
WAR: Wicklow Adventure Race – Glendalough
