Hill of Allen Walk
This walk climbs to the fine viewpoint at the Hill of Allen in County Kildare.
The hill is a prominent landmark steeped in mythology and history. This walk takes you to the summit of the hill, offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The route typically begins near the car park and follows a well-trodden path up the hill. As you ascend, the terrain becomes more rugged, with exposed rock and heather adding to the natural beauty. At the top, you'll find a tower built in the 19th century by Sir Gerald George Aylmer, which serves as a striking feature on the hill. The tower, accessible by a spiral staircase when open, provides an even more expansive view of the plains below.
To continue your walking around Allen head east to the historic town of Naas where you can enjoy an easy stroll along the Naas Branch of the Grand Canal canal. The Sallins Canal Walk also starts near here.
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Head north and you can explore the popular Donadea Forest. The woods include some pleasant walking trails taking you through mixed woodland to a pretty lake.
The Pollardstown Fen walk explores an ecologically important National Nature Reserve. It includes a fine boardwalk trail and can be found just west of Naas.
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The Hill of Allen, County Kildare. The Hill of Allen is closely associated with Irish mythology, particularly with the legendary warrior Fionn Mac Cumhaill and the Fianna. It is said to have been their headquarters, making the site deeply significant in Irish folklore. The hill also holds historical importance as a site of quarrying in the 19th and 20th centuries, which has left visible marks on its landscape.
Hill of Allen Kildare Ireland. The flora on the hill is characteristic of upland areas, with heather, gorse, and ferns being common. Wildflowers such as foxglove and bird's-foot trefoil add seasonal bursts of colour. The fauna includes birds such as skylarks, kestrels, and occasionally ravens, which nest in the rocky crevices. The area is also home to small mammals like rabbits and hares, while insects such as bees and butterflies are abundant during the warmer months.