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Glendalough

Contae Chill Mhantáin - County Wicklow  >  Ireland

The Glendalough lakes, nearby wetland, rivers, woodlands and old mines are a spectacular place well worth a visit.

Added* by JFGH
Most recent update 25 janúar 2025

Description

Glendalough is a glacial valley in Wicklow Mountains National Park. The name comes from the Irish "Gleann Dá Loch," meaning Valley of the Two Lakes, referring to the Upper and Lower Lakes in the valley. The Glendalough landscapes are magnificent and the diversity of natural and human-modified environments allows you to see a variety of bird species. Birds you can observe include Förufálki, Maríuerla ssp yarrellii, Straumerla, Gulönd, Dverggoði, Steindepill, Þúfutittlingur, Skógfeti, Glókollur, Þyrnisöngvari, Laufsöngvari and Skógarþröstur. The Dvergkráka nest in the old ruined cathedral and in the neighbouring buildings.

Details

Access

Glendalough is located in the Wicklow Mountains National Park, about 50 kilometers south of Dublin. There are several car parking areas, near the Ionad Cuairteoirí Gleann Dá Loch - Glendalough Visitor Centre and between the two lochs. Press P on the map for directions to the parking (paid). Fast food is available on site.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Wetland , Mountain , Canyon/cliff , River , Moors/heathland , Lake , Park , City/village

Conditions

Hilly

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

Spring

Best time to visit

Spring migration , Spring

Route

Wide path , Unpaved road , Narrow trail

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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