Wicklow Way: 10-Day Gentle Hike

DAY 1: Arrival in Clonegal

From your point of arrival, use the public transport information we provide to make the journey to Clonegal.

DAY 2: Clonegal - Shillelagh

Distance 20km • Approximate Walking Time 4 - 6 hrs • Ascent (↑) 280m

Your first days walking is mainly along remote country roads through rolling hills and quiet woodlands. Shillelagh is famous for giving its name to the quintessential Irish fighting stick, typically made from the wood of the blackthorn tree.

DAY 3: Shillelagh - Tinahely

15km • 4 - 6 hrs • (↑) 200m

You set out along a quiet country road past St Finian’s Church, named after a holy man from Westmeath credited with christianising the local area. Further on you head into Muskeagh Woods before an old boreen leads you towards Tinahely village.

DAY 4: Tinahely - Iron Bridge

21km • 4 - 6 hours • (↑) 400m

Starting off on a grass track around Coolafunshoge Mountain, the route skirts the tiny village of Moyne before heading into dense woodland around Ballygobban Mountain. A descent into the Ow River Valley brings you down to Iron Bridge.

DAY 5: Iron Bridge - Glenmalure

13km • 3 - 5 hours • (↑) 370m

You start with a climb from the Ow River Valley that brings you close to the summit of Carrickashane Mountain. Cross over the road onto the shoulder of Slieve Maan before starting your descent into the picturesque valley of Glenmalure.

DAY 6: Glenmalure - Laragh

16km (18km via Spinc) • 4 - 6 hours • (↑) 430m

Today’s walk starts with a climb up to the northern ridge of the Glenmalure valley before you descend into Glendalough either along the Wicklow Way or by taking one of the beautiful route options via the Spinc with its great views.

DAY 7: Laragh - Roundwood

12km (15km via Scarr) • 3 - 6 hours • (↑) 400/700m

Take the shortcut back onto the Wicklow way through Laragh Village before crossing the Glenmacnass River and continuing up Paddock Hill. If you have a clear day, you can opt to take a detour at Paddock Hill and head for Scarr Mountain (641m). Re-join the Wicklow Way at Oldbridge.

DAY 8: Roundwood - Enniskerry

17km • 4 - 6 hours • (↑) 550m

Widely considered to be the highlight of the entire Wicklow Way trail, you start with a climb up to a memorial dedicated to JB Malone, the founder of the Wicklow Way. Continue upwards to White Hill before descending past Powerscourt Waterfall and into Crone Woods.

DAY 9: Enniskerry - Marlay Park, Dublin

20km • 5 - 7 hrs • (↑) 570m

After passing around the side of Knockree Hill, you climb up and over the shoulder of a mountain known as Prince William's Seat. Take a last look back at the Wicklow Mountains before your tour ends on a lovely trail through Marlay Park.

DAY 10: Departure from Dublin

There are regular bus and train services to Dublin City Centre and to Dublin Airport. We will be happy to provide further details upon request.