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Glendalough Round Tower – Sally Gap loop from Glendalough Round Tower

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Wicklow

Glendalough Round Tower – Sally Gap loop from Glendalough Round Tower

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Glendalough Round Tower – Sally Gap loop from Glendalough Round Tower

03:08

48.5km

640m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 19, 2026

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Wicklow Mountains National Park

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1.32 km

Glendalough Round Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

This round tower is about 30 meters high and has 6 floors. At a height of 3.6 m there is a door that could be reached with a ladder.

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10.4 km

The waterfall plunges in multiple stages, 80–100 meters, down a wide granite ledge. The combination of steep walls, open highlands, and the winding river below makes this one of the most dramatic panoramas in the entire R115 corridor.

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23.2 km

Sally Gap

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Sally Gap, one of the highest and most open crossroads in the Wicklow Mountains. Here, the R759 and the Old Military Road (R115) intersect at over 500 meters altitude, in …

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35.7 km

Roundwood

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At 238m above sea level, Roundwood is one of the highest villages in the Republic of Ireland.

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36.0 km

Roundwood Stores Café

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The Roundwood Stores offers a delightful experience with its cozy ambiance, delicious food, and impressive wine selection. Whether you're craving a sweet treat, artisanal food, or a delightful sandwich, this …

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36.1 km

Roundwood

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At 238m above sea level, Roundwood is one of the highest villages in the Republic of Ireland.

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45.0 km

Café Stop Near Wicklow Mountains National Park

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Friendly service and plenty of space inside and outside.

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47.1 km

Glendalough Monastic Site

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The ruins of the monastic settlement of Glendalough are picturesquely situated in a valley in the Wicklow Mountains. It is a very special place for my wife and I, which …

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48.5 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

48.2 km

223 m

114 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

48.4 km

120 m

< 100 m

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Lowest point (130 m)

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Wednesday 24 June

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