Wicklow Way — Stages 1–2: Marlay Park to Roundwood
~2 days · 23.4 mi · moderate · Point-to-point
Quick facts
What the Wicklow Way — Stages 1–2: Marlay Park to Roundwood is known for
Stages 1–2 of Wicklow Way is an official 39 km point-to-point section from Marlay Park Wicklow Way guidepost (OSM node 796701131) to Roundwood trail node (OSM node 2432433487).
Elevation profile
Elevation ranges from 935 ft to 6,683 ft over 23.4 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).
- Uphill 13.0 mi · 56%
- Downhill 9.1 mi · 39%
- Flat 1.1 mi · 5%
Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.
How hard is the Wicklow Way — Stages 1–2: Marlay Park to Roundwood?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Wicklow Way — Stages 1–2: Marlay Park to Roundwood scores 21/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
Frequently asked questions
How many days does the Wicklow Way — Stages 1–2: Marlay Park to Roundwood take?
Most backpackers hike the Wicklow Way — Stages 1–2: Marlay Park to Roundwood in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 23.4 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.
How much elevation gain is on the Wicklow Way — Stages 1–2: Marlay Park to Roundwood?
The Wicklow Way — Stages 1–2: Marlay Park to Roundwood climbs roughly 5,135 ft total — about 219 ft per mile, topping out near 2,073 ft.
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Sources & attribution
Route geometry from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.