Trek Ireland in Glendalough, County Wicklow
Explore the Valley of Glendalough with local pilgrim guide, Michael Rodgers, SPS from Glendalough Sanctuary. Discover how monks and scholars lived during Ireland's Golden Age of Spiritual Christianity in 6th Century AD. Wnder through the 1,000-year-old Monastic City and listen to Michael describe the wonderful monuments still remaining, including the Round Tower, Saint Kevin's High Cross and the Cathedral. Walk up to Poulanass Waterfall and, from there, climb the 600 broadwalk steps to the Spinc, with panoramic views looking down over the valley and two lakes. Visit Reefert Church 'the Burial place of the Kings' and hear from Michael about the Hermit's Cell, where Saint Kevin may have prayed in peace and solitude. Follow the lakeshore and head up towards the disused Miners Village where people lived and worked over a hundred years ago.
Duration: 2 hours 53 minutes
Scenery: Lake, Mountain, Woodland
Heritage: Early Christian Irish Monastery, 19th Century Mining
English, French, and German subtitles are available for each guided tour
Michael Rodgers SPS Glendalough Sanctuary
https://www.glendaloughsanctuary.ie/
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[Introduction] Michael Rodgers SPS, Glendalough, County Wicklow
Meet Michael Rodgers, SPS, a spiritual pilgrim guide who will take you on a journey of discovery through the Monastic City of Glendalough in County Wicklow, Ireland. With Michael as your guide, you'll explore the Round Tower, Cathedral, Saint Kevin's High Cross, and Saint Kevin's Church within th...
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[Guided Tour] Monastic City and the Green Road, Glendalough, County Wicklow
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[Viewpoint] Lugduff Brook, Glendalough, County Wicklow
Take a moment to sit down beside the Lugduff River in Glendalough, County Wicklow, and allow a sense of tranquility to wash over you. The rustling of leaves and faint birdsong are the only sounds accompanying the gurgling water rushing past you, sparkling clear in the sunlight.
As the swift edd...
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[Guided Tour] Reefert Church & Saint Kevin's Cell, Glendalough, County Wicklow
Your adventures with Trek Ireland's guided virtual walking tours continue, as local pilgrim guide, Michael Rodgers, SPS, takes you on a journey through the majestic natural wonders and holy sites of Glendalough. You'll start by following the Lugduff River to the breathtaking Poulanaas Waterfall, ...
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[Viewpoint] Upper Lake, Glendalough, County Wicklow, Ireland
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[Guided Tour] Poulanaas and the Spinc, Glendalough, County Wicklow
Begin your virtual walking journey by the tranquil waters of the Lugduff River that, very soon, becomes the roar of the majestic Poulanaas Waterfall. Enjoy a quick stop here with local pilgrim guide, Michael Rodgers, SPS, as he describes the geographical and possible pre-historic interpretation o...
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[Viewpoint] Camaderry, Glendalough, County Wicklow
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[Guided Tour] Saint Kevin's Bed & Miners' Road, Glendalough, County Wicklow
Step into the world of the miners and hermits with a virtual walking tour through the stunning Glendalough Valley in County Wicklow. Led by local pilgrim guide, Michael Rodgers, SPS, you'll start your journey by the Glenealo River and follow the Miner's Road up to the head of the valley. As you h...