Historic site · Ireland · Leinster
Glendalough
A monastic site with a round tower between two lakes in the Wicklow Mountains.
Free to enter about 3 h
For storytellers
Why Glendalough matters
Glendalough means valley of two lakes, and it is a beautiful place. A monastery founded by St Kevin in the early Middle Ages stands among the trees, with a tall round tower. Walking trails climb around the lakes and offer fine views. It is under an hour from Dublin, so it works as a day trip.
Talking points
- It has a classic round tower.
- Trails circle the upper lake.
- Wicklow Mountains scenery surrounds it.
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Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.