Favourite hikes in/near Dublin
Bray, County Wicklow
destination
Posted about 5 years ago
Bray
Hike Irelands most beautiful coast line. Explore Irelands stunning coastal views as you hike 7 KM from the seaside town of Bray to Greystones. The coastal walk takes you along stunning paths with beautiful views with the chance of seeing a range of wildlife along the way. A hike suitable for both beginners and every other level. A lovely way to spend your Sunday Morning. Taking 2 hours to complete so grab a lovely hot chocolate (in a reusable cup of course) and enjoy the fresh Irish breeze. Take the Irish train transport (DART) from Connolly station to Bray. Once you reach the end of the walk in Greystones just jump back on the DART towards Malahide. Here you will get back to the city centre within 30 minutes.
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Killiney, County Dublin
destination
Posted about 5 years ago
Killiney
The most beautiful aerial view of Dublin. Killiney hill walk is recognised as an easy and short uphill walk that brings you to an overlook of the Dublin Coast. Just like the Bray to Greystones hike, the killiney hill walk starts at one DART station and ends at another making it super accessible.
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Dublin, County Dublin
destination
Posted about 5 years ago
Dún Laoghaire
Dun Laoghaire East Pier- Known for its famous piers and the ultimate fish & chips, Dun Laoghaire offers everything you could think off when you imagine the "Perfect little seaside town" in Ireland. In the summer its people free jumping off piers and running towards the ice cream van. In winter its hot chocolate and wrapped up walks. An easy 2.6 km walk along the seaside promenade with the choice of walking along two historic piers. If you're lucky to be there on a Sunday then a visit to the "Peoples Market" is absolutely necessary.
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Glendalough, County Wicklow
destination
Posted about 5 years ago
Glendalough
Hike Irelands Glacial Valley in Glendalough- "The Valley of the two lakes" is spectacular for its nature, scenary, rich history, ancient archaeology and its many different hiking trails. It must do for any nature lover. The Glendalough valley is located in Wicklows National park with plenty to do and see. The historic monuments and hiking trails are open all year round. With over 6 different loop hikes around the lake its the perfect way to spend a sunday afternoon. Over 9KM and 3.5 hours of rocky terrain, boardwalks and forest roads.
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County Dublin, Ireland
outdoors
Posted about 5 years ago
Montpelier Hill
Immerse yourself in the spooky stories of Dublin Hellfire club hike- Providing both short and long forest walks, The Helllfire club offers wonderful views of the city of Dublin. Once you reach the top you'll find an old abandon hunting lodge that tells many stories. Love supernatural stories? Then this ones for you. The hunting lodge is said to be surrounded by spirits seeking revenge for the destruction of their cairns. 1735 found Dublins Hell fire club relocated to this hunting lodge were they dabbled in black magic and all other amoral behaviour. All spooky things set aside, the views are magnificent and well worth thr trip on a lovely sunny day.
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County Dublin, Ireland
outdoors
Posted about 5 years ago
Carrickgollogan
Explore National Waymarked Ways Trail Head of Ticknock mounain. Offering over 10 KM of walking trails and stunning scenary, the ticknock mountains has extensive network of forest trails with pleasant walks through the plantations of Sitka spruce, Japanese larch, Scots pine, Monterey pine and lodgepole pine. The hiking trails are moderatly difficult with three walking trails including Fairy Castle Loop, Dublin Mountains Way and Wicklow Way.
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