Slieveanard

About Slieveanard

Situated on the southern fringes of the Galty Mountains, this modest Tump offers a quieter perspective than the range’s higher sandstone massifs. Its slopes are characterized by a mix of forestry and rough grazing. From the summit, you're rewarded with a clear view across the Suir Valley towards the Knockmealdown Mountains.

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Did You Know?

• •The name Slieveanard is derived from the Irish Sliabh an Aird, which translates as 'mountain of the height'. While lower than the central peaks, its position makes it appear substantial when viewed from the lowlands of South Tipperary.
• •Positioned at the eastern end of the Galty range, the hill serves as a topographical transition between the high sandstone ridges to the west and the limestone plains of the Golden Vale.
• •The summit offers an excellent vantage point to view the steep southern face of Galtymore, while looking east provides a clear sightline to the isolated profile of Slievenamon across the valley.
• •For those accustomed to the bruising elevation of the central Galty ridge, Slieveanard provides a rare opportunity to reach a summit without feeling like you’ve been through a three-round boxing match with the gradient.