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Wicklow Way stage 1: Marlay Park to Knockree (19.8 km, 500 m ascent) | Trailhuts

Trails/Wicklow Mountains/Wicklow Way/Stage 1

Stage 1 of 7

Wicklow Way stage 1: Marlay Park to Knockree

Country: Ireland
Duration: 5h
Ascent: 500 m
Descent

Stage 1 of the Wicklow Way (7 stages in total) runs from Marlay Park to Knockree. It covers 19.8 km with 500 m of ascent and 300 m of descent, around 5 h of walking. There are 5 places to sleep where the stage ends (3 guesthouses, 1 campsite, 1 hostel). The next stage continues to Roundwood.

Part of the Wicklow Way.

Where to sleep in Knockree

5 places to sleep on or near the end of this stage: 3 guesthouses, 1 campsite, 1 hostel.

GuesthouseFern Cottage
GuesthouseHeather Cottage
GuesthouseSpruce Lodge

The night before: Marlay Park

Arriving the day before? These places to sleep are at the start of the trail.

GuesthouseArus MhuireRated 4.7 out of 54.7(75)Laid-back guesthouse featuring a terrace, plus simply furnished rooms with en suite bathrooms.
GuesthouseBlackstone House B&B