Wicklow Way, Ireland

Starting in the outskirts of Dublin and finishing in the picturesque village of Clonegal, this approximately 130 km trail running adventure takes us through the spectacular Wicklow Mountains, combining rugged mountain scenery, forest trails, open moorland, beautiful valleys and historic Irish villages. With experienced guiding, carefully planned daily stages and comfortable accommodation along the route, this is an opportunity to experience a genuine multi-day trail running challenge without having to carry all your belongings. Four days. One iconic trail. An unforgettable running adventure. Full Trip Overview The Wicklow Way is Ireland's oldest waymarked long-distance walking trail, stretching approximately 130 km from Marlay Park in Dublin to Clonegal in County Carlow. Our four-day guided trail running challenge follows the entire route, travelling south through the heart of the Wicklow Mountains and the beautiful countryside of southeast Ireland. Along the way, we'll experience some of the region's most memorable landscapes, including the dramatic slopes around Djouce Mountain, the famous Lough Tay, the ancient monastic settlement of Glendalough and the remote Glenmalure Valley. This is not a race. Our emphasis is on completing the journey together, enjoying the scenery and experiencing the satisfaction of running from one end of the Wicklow Way to the other. Each day will involve approximately 29–36 km of running and hiking over varied terrain. There will be opportunities to stop, refuel, take photographs and enjoy the surroundings. Accommodation is planned along the route, allowing us to recover each evening before continuing our adventure the following morning. Our aim is to create a supportive, enjoyable group experience that combines the physical challenge of multi-day trail running with the camaraderie of travelling through the mountains together. Fitness and Experience Who Is This Trip Suitable For? This adventure is designed for experienced recreational trail runners who enjoy long-distance running, mountain environments and the challenge of consecutive days on the trails. Over four days, we'll cover approximately 130 km with more than 3,000 metres of cumulative ascent. While this is not a race, participants should arrive with a good level of endurance and the ability to spend several hours moving comfortably across varied terrain. Recommended experience: Comfortable running 25–30 km on trails. Previous experience of long-distance trail running or mountain running. Experience running or hiking over uneven, rocky and potentially muddy terrain. Confidence spending extended periods outdoors in changeable weather. A suitable level of fitness to manage four consecutive days of running. You do not need to be an ultra-marathon runner, but you should have a well-established endurance base and be prepared for the demands of back-to-back long days. What Pace Will We Run? This is a guided group adventure rather than a competitive event. Our pace will be managed to allow the group to enjoy the route while making steady progress throughout each day. We will walk steeper climbs where appropriate, run the more manageable sections and take regular opportunities to refuel and regroup. Participants should be comfortable maintaining a steady, sustainable trail running effort over several hours.