Mount Leinster

Mount Leinster is a summit straddling Counties Carlow and Wexford, rising to 794 meters with a paved road running to the transmission mast at the top. The route climbs steadily through open terrain, offering views across the region as elevation increases.

Broadcasting operations began at the peak in 1962, establishing it as a transmission hub for Southeast Ireland. The facility remained a vital regional communications center for decades.

The Nine Stones alignment near the mountain base contains ten stone markers arranged in a linear formation measuring up to 50 centimeters tall.

Visitors can start from a car park at the base and follow the paved road upward at a steady grade. The walk takes about 30 minutes and is straightforward, though weather can change quickly at this elevation.

A tall transmission mast stands at the summit and has served regional broadcasting needs for over 60 years. The structure was upgraded in the early 2010s to support digital signal distribution.

GPS coordinates: 52.61816,-6.78034

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:49