Wicklow Way walking safety

briany

I was looking at a KML of this walking route, particularly the first stage out of Marlay Park, just out of curiosity for perhaps doing it some time and noticed that certain parts of the walking route are along open roads that cars would presumably travel along. Just wondering how feasible this is for people who've actually walked that particular stage. There's sectors of road with absolutely nowhere to stand in for cars to pass safely. For instance, at Kilmashogue Lane on the approach to the forest trail,

https://maps.app.goo.gl/vKH7J8FMJhwpLJfk9

And then here on the R116, on the approach toward Johnny Fox's.

https://maps.app.goo.gl/qEE8WK5JARQKgf3f9

Do people generally feel safe walking these types of roads with cars coming around bends at speed?

Enduro

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058425655/wicklow-way-walking-safety

Yes.

10-10-20

Those are both quiet roads. Kilmashogue Lane is steep and narrow enough but speeding isn't an issue. I cycle it from time to time, no issue. Pine Valley is wider, plenty of room for peds and vehicles. Again, very quiet and good visibility in both directions.