Glenmalure, U-shaped glacial valley in County Wicklow, Ireland.
The twenty-kilometer valley stretches between steep granite walls, with Lugduff and Mullacor mountains forming its eastern boundary at 350 meters elevation.
The valley marked a significant military location during the Battle of Glenmalure in 1580, where English forces faced defeat against Irish defenders.
The area maintains one of Ireland's first An Óige youth hostels, fostering outdoor education and mountain exploration traditions for generations.
Multiple marked trails connect Glenmalure with other sections of the Wicklow Mountains, providing access points for hikers ascending Lugnaquilla peak.
Glenmalure stands as the longest U-shaped valley across Ireland and Britain, shaped by feeder glaciers during the last ice age.
Location: County Wicklow
Height: 350 m
Width: 800 m
GPS coordinates: 52.97000,-6.38000
Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:24
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