Glen of the Downs, Protected natural valley in County Wicklow, Ireland
The Glen of the Downs extends for 2 kilometers through a wooded glacial valley with steep sides that reach heights of 250 meters.
The Victorian era marked the documentation of the Glen, with Bellevue House serving as the residence for the La Touche family from their arrival as Huguenot refugees.
The Three Trouts River flows from the Great Sugarloaf through the Glen, creating a natural corridor that connects the mountains to the sea at Greystones.
The N11 national route provides direct access to the Glen, with dedicated parking areas and walking trails available for visitors throughout the nature reserve.
The site contains one of Ireland's most important ancient woodlands, featuring native broadleaf trees such as oak, cherry, rowan, and ash.
Location: County Wicklow
GPS coordinates: 53.13333,-6.11889
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:31
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