Republic of Ireland
Slieveroe
330M
1083FT
About Slieveroe
Tucked into the western fringes of the Wicklow Mountains near Blessington, this rounded Hump offers a quiet escape from the busier peaks. Its modest summit provides clear, rewarding views over the Poulaphouca Reservoir and the rolling farmland of County Kildare, making it a satisfying short climb for those exploring the regional foothills.
Key Statistics
Rank
101st Highest in Region
Parent Range
Data coming soon
Prominence
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103m
Nearest Town
Blessington
Geology
Geological data pending update.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
N952141
Latitude
53.1691°N
Longitude
6.5772°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Slieveroe is an anglicisation of the Irish Sliabh Rua, meaning 'Red Mountain', a common toponym usually referring to the reddish hue of withered heather or grasses on the slopes during the winter months.
- •From the summit, walkers can look directly down onto the winding waters of the Poulaphouca Reservoir, also known as the Blessington Lakes, which were created in the 1940s by the damming of the River Liffey.
- •The hill sits on a geological transition zone where the ancient granite of the Wicklow massif meets the lower limestone plains of Kildare.
- •Despite its name translating to 'Mountain', its 330-metre height means it only just qualifies as a Hump, making it more of an ambitious hill than a true mountain.