Wicklow Way
Ireland’s classic long-distance trail through the Wicklow Mountains.
Route overview
A north-south trail through the Wicklow Mountains.
The Wicklow Way runs south from near Dublin through forests, hills, valleys and mountain landscapes. It is one of Ireland’s most accessible multi-day routes.
Trail facts
- Country
- Ireland
- Region
- County Wicklow
- Distance
- 131 km
- Typical duration
- 5–7 days
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation gain
- 3,500 m
- Best season
- April–October
- Trail type
- Point-to-point
Access and logistics
- Permits and access
- No general permit is normally required, but camping and access rules should be respected.
- Bookings
- Accommodation is available but should be planned because some stages have limited options.
Safety context
Weather, wet ground and accommodation spacing require planning.
Rain, mud and wind are common considerations.
Typical itinerary
Most hikers complete the Wicklow Way in 5 to 7 days.
Highlights
Wicklow Mountains, forests, valleys, accessible multi-day hiking.
Why find a buddy
The Wicklow Way is a good first buddy trail for people wanting a manageable multi-day route.
Explore and prepare
Discover hikes by intent, read the hiking guides, review hiking safety, prepare a BuddyPack, or browse hiking plans.
Route conditions, access, services and transport can change. Verify time-sensitive information before departure.