Join us for a guided tour along the Blessington Greenway. The tour will last roughly 2 hours in duration. The tour is suitable for all ages, children to be accompanied by an adult. Bikes will be provided. It is necessary you can safely cycle a bike and have a moderate level of fitness. Bring a snack to stay fueled along the way! Be sure to dress appropriately, in comfortable sports clothing. Loose clothing is not permitted. The tour is roughly 6.5km in each direction (total roughly13km).
The Blessington Greenway links Russborough House to the historic town of Blessington. Starting at Russborough, you will be guided along the Blessington Greenway route, weaving your way along the magical woodland paths followed by spectacular scenes along shores of the Blessington Lake with the Wicklow mountains as a backdrop. You will cycle through the Burgage Moyle area, take in the Poulaphouca Wildlife Sanctuary, along with sites of historical and cultural significance along the way.
This route is perfect for children. There is a small part where the route crosses the R758 Valleymount Road (about 2km up from Russeltown Bay), Other than this, the route takes you away from the hustle and bustle of life. Don’t forget to bring a picnic and a camera to retain some memories and of course don’t forget to have fun and enjoy your outdoor adventures.
