Brownshill Dolmen Family Heritage Walk

What to Expect

Brownshill Dolmen, located just outside Carlow Town, is a neolithic portal tomb estimated to be over 5,000 years old and one of the largest in Europe. The site is free and open access year-round, making it an easy and educational family outing. Children enjoy the imposing capstone (estimated at 100 tonnes) and the open countryside setting.

Good to Know

• Free, open access at all times (no gates or opening hours).

• Venue: Brownshill, about 3km east of Carlow Town on the R726 towards Hacketstown.

• Small car park on site.

• No facilities on site - combine with a visit to Carlow Town for food.

Getting There

Take the R726 Hacketstown Road east from Carlow Town. Brownshill Dolmen is signposted after about 3km on the right-hand side. Small OPW car park on site.