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Slieve Maan from Glenmalure

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Elevation profile Slieve Maan from Glenmalure

Statistics

Difficulty points 274
Length 4.3 km
Average gradient 7.6%
Steepest 100 metres 12.4%
Total ascent 329 m

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#20 toughest climb of Ireland
#26 most elevation gain of Ireland
#79 longest climb of Ireland
#43 average steepest climb of Ireland
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Slieve Maan from Glenmalure is a climb in the region Wicklow. It is 4.3 km long and bridges 329 m of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 7.6%, resulting in a difficulty score of 274. The top of the ascent is located at 457 m above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road name: Military Road

4.0 by Ciarrai2025
One of the toughest climbs in Wicklow. Very steep at the start and then a grind all the way to the top!... read more

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One of the toughest climbs in Wicklow. Very steep at the start and then a grind all the way to the top!

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Climbing times

7 km/h 00:37:16
11 km/h 00:23:43
15 km/h 00:17:23
19 km/h 00:13:44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Slieve Maan can be cycled from 2 sides. Slieve Maan from Glenmalure is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Slieve Maan from Aghavannagh.

Slieve Maan from Glenmalure is a challenging ascent. For this type of climbing, we recommend mountain gearing, specifically a compact system. This means a small front chainring of 34 teeth, combined with a rear cassette where, depending on your level, strength, and experience, you choose a sprocket with 30, 32, or even 34 teeth. Remember that a smooth cadence is always more efficient!

Slieve Maan from Glenmalure is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Slieve Maan from Glenmalure is not a problem.

Slieve Maan from Glenmalure is 4.3 km long.

The average gradient of Slieve Maan from Glenmalure is 7.6%.

Slieve Maan from Glenmalure has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 12.4%.

The summit of Slieve Maan from Glenmalure is at 457 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:37:16 to climb Slieve Maan from Glenmalure. At 11 km/h the time is 00:23:43, and at 15 km/h 00:17:23. For the fastest cyclists, 00:13:44 is an achievable time.

Slieve Maan from Glenmalure is located in the region Wicklow in Ireland.

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