Circuit of Glendalough

Lugduff, Ireland • 19 Sep 2026

Event Information

The Circuit of Glendalough is a mountain running event scheduled for Saturday, 19 September 2026. The course is a 16.40 km circuit with a total climb of 1000 meters. The start and finish is at the Glendalough upper lake car park. The route is not marked and passes over the mountains Camaderry, Lugduff, Mullacor, and Derrybawn, with specific grid references provided for checkpoints.

Entry Details

Online entry opens on 14 September 2026 at 21:00 and closes on 18 September 2026 at 18:00. The entry cost is €7 for seniors, with a reduced fee of €5 for participants over 65 or under 18. The event has a participant limit of 50. It is part of the Leinster Championship league.

Mandatory Kit

Participants must bring specific mandatory kit to the race. The list includes a waterproof jacket with a hood, hat or buff, gloves, a whistle, a charged mobile phone, a foil blanket or bivvy bag, waterproof leg cover, a means to carry at least 500 mL of water, emergency food, a map of the route, and a compass. The specific items to be carried during the race will be confirmed on the day based on conditions. Kit checks may be performed, and failure to have the required items may result in denied entry or disqualification. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

16 km
Circuit of Glendalough
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