Pilgrim path (Stations of the Cross) up Knocknadobar: route map, distance and time
690 m · Iveragh Peninsula N · OS grid V506845
Knocknadobar is a 690 m mountain above Cahersiveen on the Iveragh Peninsula, climbed by a pilgrim path lined with Stations of the Cross.
A steep but clear path climbs past the Stations of the Cross to the summit cross.
Pilgrim path (Stations of the Cross) at a glance
| Distance | 5.0 km one way, to the top |
|---|---|
| Ascent | 665 m |
| Time up | 2h 5m by Naismith's rule |
| There and back | 3h 5m, down the same way |
| Grade | Moderate |
| Start | Foilmore, near Cahersiveen |
| Summit grid reference | V506845 |
Pilgrim path (Stations of the Cross) map
The start (green) and the summit (blue). Peakify has no GPX track for this route yet, so follow the description and your map.
Height profile and getting to the start
How long Pilgrim path (Stations of the Cross) takes
| Pace | To the top | There and back |
|---|---|---|
| Brisk 6 km/h, 8 min per 100 m up | 1h 45m | 2h 35m |
| Steady (Naismith) 5 km/h, 10 min per 100 m up | 2h 5m | 3h 5m |
| Relaxed 4 km/h, 12 min per 100 m up | 2h 35m | 3h 50m |
Times leave out stops. Coming down the same way, the table counts the ascent once; steep descents on rough ground can be as slow as the climb.
- Today: sunrise 08:10, sunset 18:40. Start by 14:35 to be down before dark, allowing 3h 5m for the walk and an hour for stops.
- Tomorrow: sunrise 08:12, sunset 18:38. Start by 14:33 to be down before dark, allowing 3h 5m for the walk and an hour for stops.
Knocknadobar summit weather for this route
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Good Today Sunday 18 October
Overcast, up to 8°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -3°C, summit wind 9 mph gusting 13 mph, 0% chance of rain. Rated Good. Sunrise 08:10, sunset 18:40.
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Good Tomorrow Monday 19 October
Overcast, up to 8°C at the summit, feeling as cold as -1°C, summit wind 20 mph gusting 25 mph, 2% chance of rain. Rated Good. Sunrise 08:12, sunset 18:38.
Best day of the next seven for Pilgrim path (Stations of the Cross): Sunday 18 October, with summit gusts around 13 mph and a 0% chance of rain.
Hour-by-hour Knocknadobar forecast
What to take today
- An insulated jacket, hat and warm gloves: it feels like -3°C on top.
- A waterproof jacket. It can rain on the tops in any forecast.
- Map and compass, and the skills to use them. A phone is a backup, not a plan.
- A head torch, food, water, a charged phone and a small first aid kit.
About Knocknadobar
Knocknadobar is a 690 m mountain above Cahersiveen on the Iveragh Peninsula, climbed by a pilgrim path lined with Stations of the Cross. More about Knocknadobar, with the live forecast.
On the lists: Hewitt, Marilyn, Arderin, Vandeleur-Lynam.
Extend the walk: tops near the summit
- Knocknadobar North Top (602 m), 1.1 km north-west
- Kells Mountain (633 m), 2.5 km north-east
Challenges that include Knocknadobar
In an emergency
Call 999, ask for the police and then mountain rescue. Give your location, what happened and how many are in your group. If you have no signal for a call, a text to 999 works once you have registered your phone with emergencySMS: text "register" to 999 before you go.
Pilgrim path (Stations of the Cross): questions and answers
How far is Pilgrim path (Stations of the Cross)?
Pilgrim path (Stations of the Cross) is 5.0 km one way to the summit of Knocknadobar, with 665 m of ascent. There and back by the same way is about 10.0 km.
How long does Pilgrim path (Stations of the Cross) take?
About 2h 5m to the summit of Knocknadobar and 3h 5m there and back by Naismith's rule (5 km/h plus 10 minutes per 100 m of ascent), before stops. A relaxed group takes nearer 3h 50m for the round trip.
Where do you park for Pilgrim path (Stations of the Cross)?
Pilgrim path (Stations of the Cross) starts from Foilmore, near Cahersiveen.
Is Pilgrim path (Stations of the Cross) suitable for beginners?
Yes, for fit walkers on a clear day. Peakify grades it Moderate: a long climb on a made path, but the top is high, exposed and colder than the start. Turn back if the cloud comes down and you can't navigate.
What time should I start Pilgrim path (Stations of the Cross) today?
By 14:35 at the latest. Sunset on Knocknadobar today is 18:40, Pilgrim path (Stations of the Cross) takes about 3h 5m there and back, and that leaves an hour for stops. Start earlier in winter or if the forecast turns.
Is there a GPX for Pilgrim path (Stations of the Cross)?
Not yet. The Peakify iPhone app can plan the route and export a GPX (Peakify Pro).