The Emoclew Slí na Sláinte is 3km in length and starts at the roundabout at the top of Upper Main Street. The route continues along the Wexford Road for just under 1km and turns right onto the Emoclew Road. Passing the Arklow Town Soccer Field and the Cemetery, the route turns right at the t-junction onto Coolgreany Road. Follow the route back to the starting point at the roundabout to complete the 3km walk.
This loop takes you in a loop around the roads and streets in Arklow town, passing the Soccer Field and the Cemetery and a number of historical sites
This is a looped trail and can be followed in either direction. The route is marked with Blue Sli signs every km
Grade: Easy
Markings: The route is marked with Slí Blue arrows – Loop Trail
Distance: 3km
Estimated time: 45 mins
Total height climbed: 30m
Highest point: 100m
Terrain underfoot: Footpath
Suitable for: All
How to get to start point: Roundabout at top of Upper Main Street
- GPS START POINT: 52.7972,-6.1621
- GRID REF START POINT: T 240 733
- Arklow can be reached by public transport
- Bus: Bus Eireann: www.buseireann.ie
- Train: Irish Rail: www.irishrail.ie