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Walk. Laragh - Glendalough Forest. Wicklow
**Directions To Get Here**
Easy Access From DUBLIN In The North
Follow Signs From The M11
Good Bus Service
**THE WALKS**
Glendalough Visotor Centre
Roundwood
to Laragh / Glendalough
Distance:
12km
Walks
Vary from 2-8 hours
Several paths lead through the monastic ruins and by the round tower to the upper lake
A track on the north shore of the upper lake leads up the valley to old lead mines
and
the top of Conavalla (734m). Turn back at any point
Alternatively, the Wicklow Way provides a signposted route south through the forest
and
over Mullacor (657m), returning the same way
For a one-way all-day walk, follow the Wicklow Way north for about 10 miles
skirting the top of Powerscourt Waterfall with views east to the distinctive top of
Great Sugar Loaf
After crossing Glencree River, the route meets a car park at a lane which you can take for
about 2 miles northeast into the village of Enniskerry
Modern wooden posts mark the Wicklow Way
This is largely easy walking in forest and open moorland
For a short walk, head up the valley from the bus terminus at the Visitor Centre
and return by the same route. Alternatively, follow the Wicklow Way south
and return the same way
**Disabled & Less Adgile Ramblers**
Modern wooden posts mark the Wicklow Way
This is largely easy walking in forest and open moorland
Approximately 20% of the routes are on tarred roads
Check for the most suitable routes at the
Glendalough Visitor Centre