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[H1] The Wicklow Way
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[H2] Walking the Wicklow Way

The countryside of Ireland is a patchwork of many different landscape types, including several mountainous and upland areas. One of the most spectacular of these is in county Wicklow, just south of Dublin, which despite its proximity to the capital contains many kilometres of wonderfully unspoilt mountain trails of which The Wicklow Way is the best known. In fact the Wicklow Way was the first such trail in Ireland having been formally established in 1980.

The Wicklow Way is now part of a network of long-distance self-guided walking trails, (also called 'way-marked ways'), throughout Ireland. The Wicklow Way combines easy accessibility with a wide variety of scenic experiences, some of them in truly remote upland areas. They include mountains, upland lakes, steep-sided glacial valleys, fast flowing mountain streams, forests and farmland. The Wicklow Way route is now the most westerly section of the E8 footpath which extends across much of Europe.

The Wicklow Way begins in Dublin's southern suburb of Rathfarnham and travels in a south-south-westerly direction across the Dublin and Wicklow uplands, then through the rolling hill country of southwest County Wicklow to finish in the small, County Carlow village of Clonegal 127 kilometres later.

A combination of suburban parkland, forest trails, wild and scenic mountain landscape and finally rolling countryside offers a wonderfully varied, 8 to 10 day experience for a hill-walker of average fitness. En route the Wicklow Way passes mountain lakes, ruined buildings -stark reminders of previous widespread human habitation- occasional memorials to historic events of past centuries and extensive remains of the early Christian monastic settlement in the beautiful Glendalough valley.

Anyone setting out to walk a long distance trail such as the Wicklow Way is embarking on a serious test of physical endurance. Our Walking Advice pages contain some useful safety tips and pointers and we strongly recommend that everyone considering embarking on this walk should spend a few moments to read them and incorporate them in their pre-hike planning.

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[H1] Walking Advice for the Wicklow Way
[H2] General Advice
Anyone setting out to walk a long-distance trail such as the Wicklow Way is embarking on a serious test of physical endurance. Each stage involves a period of several hours spent outdoors, frequently in isolated and remote locations and from time to time at altitudes above 400 metres. Various factors must therefore be taken into account before embarking.
[H2] Weather Conditions & Daylight Hours

Regardless of when you undertake the journey it is essential to be aware of the expected weather conditions each day. If your journey is at any time from late Autumn to early Spring bear in mind the significantly increased likelihood of unfavourable weather. This can include high winds, heavy rain or sleet and sometimes snow blizzards. Any of these when coupled with the significantly smaller number of daylight hours, can provide the ingredients for an exceptionally challenging undertaking.

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[H2] Some Words of Advice

Carrying a heavy rucksack is a huge contributary factor to the development of blisters on both the shoulders and feet. If you are new to long-distance trail-walking then the best advice is to have your overnight bag transported from one accommodation to the next. This will make a massive difference in the overall enjoyment of your holiday. If you feel fine after completing the Wicklow Way, then you can weigh up the pros and cons of carrying a full bag on your next adventure.
Those who are determined in carrying their own rucksack, please make sure to properly build up your strength and fitness prior to the Wicklow Way. Never leave it until starting the trail to try carrying your full load for the first time! A Maximum Weight of 12-15kg is recommended for carrying on any hike.

[H2] Wicklow Way Baggage

Wicklow Way Baggage is a new business specifically set up to assist in the transfer of luggage between b&bs, hotels and hostels along the Wicklow Way. This company cover the full route along the Wicklow Way, from Marlay Park in the north to Clonegal in the south and also in the return direction.

Pickups start at 8.30am with deliveries made up until 4.30pm. Walkers are charged from €12.50 per bag per day with a minimum of two bags and a maximum specified weight of 15kg per bag. Group rates can be offered upon request.

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[H2] Walking the Wicklow Way

The countryside of Ireland is a patchwork of many different landscape types, including several mountainous and upland areas. One of the most spectacular of these is in county Wicklow, just south of Dublin, which despite its proximity to the capital contains many kilometres of wonderfully unspoilt mountain trails of which The Wicklow Way is the best known. In fact the Wicklow Way was the first such trail in Ireland having been formally established in 1980.

The Wicklow Way is now part of a network of long-distance self-guided walking trails, (also called 'way-marked ways'), throughout Ireland. The Wicklow Way combines easy accessibility with a wide variety of scenic experiences, some of them in truly remote upland areas. They include mountains, upland lakes, steep-sided glacial valleys, fast flowing mountain streams, forests and farmland. The Wicklow Way route is now the most westerly section of the E8 footpath which extends across much of Europe.

The Wicklow Way begins in Dublin's southern suburb of Rathfarnham and travels in a south-south-westerly direction across the Dublin and Wicklow uplands, then through the rolling hill country of southwest County Wicklow to finish in the small, County Carlow village of Clonegal 127 kilometres later.

A combination of suburban parkland, forest trails, wild and scenic mountain landscape and finally rolling countryside offers a wonderfully varied, 8 to 10 day experience for a hill-walker of average fitness. En route the Wicklow Way passes mountain lakes, ruined buildings -stark reminders of previous widespread human habitation- occasional memorials to historic events of past centuries and extensive remains of the early Christian monastic settlement in the beautiful Glendalough valley.

Anyone setting out to walk a long distance trail such as the Wicklow Way is embarking on a serious test of physical endurance. Our Walking Advice pages contain some useful safety tips and pointers and we strongly recommend that everyone considering embarking on this walk should spend a few moments to read them and incorporate them in their pre-hike planning.

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[H1] Sitemap for WicklowWay.com
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Wicklow Way Homepage
[H2] Wicklow Way Trail Descriptions
Overview of Wicklow Way
Marlay Park to Knockree
Knockree to Roundwood
Roundwood to Glendalough
Glendalough to Glenmalure
Glenmalure to Moyne
Moyne to Shillelagh
Shillelagh to Clonegal
[H2] Wicklow Way Maps
Overview Map of the Wicklow Way
Marlay Park to Knockree
Knockree to Roundwood
Roundwood to Glendalough
Glendalough to Glenmalure
Glenmalure to Moyne
Moyne to Shillelagh
Shillelagh to Clonegal
[H2] Towns and Villages on the Wicklow Way
Aughavannagh
Aughrim
Bunclody
Clonegal
Enniskerry
Glencree
Glendalough
Glenmalure
Greenan
Knockananna
Knockree
Laragh
Moyne
Oldbridge
Rathdrum
Roundwood
Shillelagh
Stranakelly
Tinahely
Wicklows Towns and Villages
[H2] Accommodation Types
Wicklow Way Accommodation
Wicklow Way Bed and Breakfasts
Wicklow Way Guest Houses
Wicklow Way Hostels
Wicklow Way Hotels
Wicklow Way Inns
[H2] Accommodation Areas
Aughrim Accommodation
Bunclody Accommodation
Enniskerry Accommodation
Glendalough Accommodation
Glenmalure Accommodation
Greenan Accommodation
Knockree Accommodation
Laragh Accommodation
Moyne Accommodation
Rathdrum Accommodation
Roundwood Accommodation
Stranakelly Accommodation
Shillelagh Accommodation
Tinahely Accommodation
[H2] Accommodation Providers
Ballyteige Lodge
Birchdale House
Bramble Rock
Coach House
Coolalingo
Enniskerry Inn
Glendalough International Hostel
Glenmalure Lodge
Heather House
Hunter's Lodge
Knockree Youth Hostel
Kyle Farmhouse
Lough Dan House
Lus Mór
Meadowside
Mon Petit Cottage
Monkey Puzzle Hostel
Rath Bán Farm Cottage
Riversdale House
Riverside
An Teach Beag
Tudor Lodge
Wicklow Way Lodge
[H2] Advice for the Wicklow Way
General Advice
Clothes & Equipment
Mountain Safety
Countryside Code
[H2] Miscellaneous Webpages
Recommended Wicklow Way Publications
Travelling to and from the Wicklow Way
Mountain Trail Conservation
Djouce Plane Crash

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