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Glendalough – Glendasan River loop from Glendalough

Glendalough – Glendasan River loop from Glendalough

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Glendalough – Glendasan River loop from Glendalough

01:54

33.3km

590m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 33.0 km for 264 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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296 m

Glendalough

Highlight • Historical Site

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 churches. The valley is also known for its natural beauty, with two lakes and scenic walking trails like the Spinc and Miner’s Village offering spectacular views. Visitors can explore the Glendalough Visitor Centre, enjoy nearby accommodations, and take in the peaceful atmosphere of this historic and picturesque location.

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618 m

Glendalough

Highlight • Historical Site

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. Most the surviving buildings are from the 10-12th centuries.

If you have time it is definitely worth cycling through Glendalough and following the lake through to Lower Lake.

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732 m

Trinity Church Ruins

Highlight • Religious Site

ruins of Trinity Church just before Glendalough

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2.41 km

Café Stop Near Wicklow Mountains National Park

Highlight • Cafe

Friendly service and plenty of space inside and outside.

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2.47 km

Glendalough Grocery

Highlight • Cafe

A very popular cafe serving food and drinks. A great spot for a well earned post ride slice of cake or a mid ride refuel!

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24.6 km

Avonmore River

Highlight • River

The Avonmore River, known as "An Abhainn Mhór" in Irish, meaning "the big river," originates from Lough Dan in the Wicklow Mountains, west of Roundwood. It flows southward for approximately 30 kilometers, passing through scenic locations such as Annamoe, Laragh, and Rathdrum. The river features the Avonmore Way, a walking trail that follows its path, providing hikers with picturesque views of the surrounding landscape.

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33.1 km

Glendasan River

Highlight • River

In the immediate vicinity of the cemetery

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33.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.9 km

253 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

21.8 km

11.4 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (370 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Thursday 16 July

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Glendalough – Glendasan River loop from Glendalough

Glendalough

Glendalough

Trinity Church Ruins

Café Stop Near Wicklow Mountains National Park

Glendalough Grocery

Avonmore River

Glendasan River

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