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Mourne Wall

Mourne Wall

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Mourne Wall

Recommended by 49 hikers out of 52

This Highlight is in a protected area

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Location: Cock Mountain Common, Down, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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Best Hikes to Mourne Wall

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1. Blue Quarry to Slieve Doan — Mourne

6.85km

02:04

230m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Slieve Loughshannagh, Meelbeg and Meelmore loop — Mourne

9.39km

03:10

490m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Mourne Wall Challenge — Mourne

34.7km

12:53

2,220m

2,230m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Damiano 🇮🇹

August 18, 2025

The Mourne Wall is one of the most iconic landmarks of the Mourne Mountains, stretching for 35 kilometers across 15 summits. Built by hand in the early 20th century to enclose the Silent Valley Reservoir catchment area, it’s an impressive feat of craftsmanship and endurance.

Today, hikers crossing its path are struck not only by its scale and history but also by the way it weaves naturally into the dramatic mountain landscape. Following the wall offers some of the best ridge walks in the Mournes, making it both a cultural treasure and a perfect guide for exploring these rugged peaks.

Pascal+Marc

April 6, 2022

Impressive Granite Walls spanning 35 kms through the Mountains of Mourne

StevieT

December 15, 2023

It can get windy up here so plan a break up here and take shelter behind the wall for a quick snack.

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Elevation 580 m

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Location: Cock Mountain Common, Down, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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Mourne Wall

1. Blue Quarry to Slieve Doan — Mourne

2. Slieve Loughshannagh, Meelbeg and Meelmore loop — Mourne

3. Mourne Wall Challenge — Mourne

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