County Wicklow

County Wicklow sits along the eastern seaboard and includes mountain ranges, wooded valleys, and several lakes between the coast and the interior. The terrain rises from sandy beaches to rocky peaks that stretch across wide expanses of heathland.

The area was set up as a separate county in 1605 after previously being part of Dublin. During the 19th century the region became a popular retreat for Dubliners seeking cooler air and untouched countryside.

Locals often call this region the Garden of Ireland, a name that reflects its dense woodlands and green hills. Many visitors come here to walk old pilgrim routes that have led to remote chapels and monasteries for centuries.

Hiking trails and viewpoints are spread throughout the area and suit different levels of difficulty. The best time to visit runs from spring through autumn when paths are dry and visibility is clearer.

Some of the oldest rocks in Europe lie scattered here and date from the Precambrian period more than 500 million years ago. These weathered boulders now form the foundation for the boggy uplands where deer and sheep graze.

Location: Leinster

Capital city: Wicklow

Shares border with: County Dublin, County Kildare, County Carlow, County Wexford

Website: http://wicklow.ie

GPS coordinates: 53.00000,-6.41667

Latest update: December 4, 2025 19:05