Dec 9, 2024 · The short Spinc Walk follows the blue arrows while the long Spinc Trail (the one we’re focusing on here) follows white arrows. Below, you’ll find everything from where to park and what to expect to a map outline this route for exploring the Spinc in Glendalough.

Apr 29, 2019 · The Glendalough Spink Walk (White Route) in the Wicklow Mountains National Park is a moderate 10 km loop walk that will bring you around the north side of the Glendalough Upper Lac, pass the old Miner Village, up along a rocky trail along the Glenealo falls until you cross the same river on a bridge towards the boardwalk on the Spinc ridge that ...

Feb 3, 2024 · Read our guide on Spinc and the Wicklow Way, one of the best hikes in Glendalough and the Wicklow Mountains National Park. Includes a trail description and tips on when to go, what to pack, and how to get.

Feb 25, 2015 · The Spinc ridge overlooks the spectacular Glendalough Valley. A tough climb is rewarded with breathtaking views not just of the Valley but as you climb high the view over the Wicklow Uplands opens out around you.

Dec 31, 2023 · In this guide, we’re looking at the shorter, 5.5km trail. If you want to do the longer loop, see this Spinc Walk guide. The views from Spinc ridge above the Upper Lake at Glendalough are absolutely spectacular.

Feb 4, 2024 · The trail brings you up via Poulanass Waterfall, along the Spinc boardwalk before descending back into the valley. The loop then takes in the Miner’s village and returns to Glendalough via the northern lakeshore of the Upper Lake.

This Spinc Loop offers some spectacular views of the Glendalough Valley in the Wicklow Mountains National Park. Start this trail from the Glendalough Upper Lake car park between the two lakes in Glendalough Valley, whose name comes from the Irish “Gleann Dá Loch”, meaning “valley of two lakes”.

Jul 23, 2020 · There are 9 hikes of varying lengths and difficulties in Glendalough but the 9km Spinc and Glenealo Valley Trail (White Route) is the perfect hike to see everything the area has to offer. I recommend parking at the Glendalough Visitor Center lot (where the pin is on the map).

Sep 19, 2020 · The Spinc Glendalough is without doubt Ireland's best hiking trail. This is all you'll need to know to attempt it this weekend.

Get to know this 5.9-mile loop trail near Glendalough, County Wicklow. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 12 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, fishing, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.