The Kilmogue Dolmen

The Kilmogue Dolmen

Le Kilmogue Dolmen - dave - cc

Visiter The Kilmogue Dolmen.

Kilmogue Dolmen is an impressive dolmen located north of Waterford, County Kilkenny. In perfect condition, it is one of Ireland’s largest dolmens!

See the Kilmogue Dolmen

A dolmen with an ambitious structure!

The Kilmogue Dolmen (also known as the Harristown Dolmen) has quite an impressive wingspan: 3.7 metres high, it measures almost 4 metres long with its covering slab. The layout of each megalith is quite exceptional: the main table is at a 45-degree angle, and rests on 2 lateral megaliths, as well as on a smaller rear stone, raised by small stones.

It may look fragile, but the dolmen has stood the test of centuries: don’t let its structure fool you, the site is solid!

The entrance to the dolmen is located to the north-east, and opens up to a height of 3 metres. According to the researchers, the dolmen was in fact a tomb, where ancient bodies cremated in the Neolithic period were laid to rest. The site is remarkable and rather quiet, with its surrounding fields. A must-see if you’re passing through County Kilkenny! Without doubt one of the most beautiful dolmens in Ireland!


The Kilmogue Dolmen
Practical information

Adresse Adresse :
north of Waterford, County Kilkenny, (County Kilkenny) - Republic of Ireland

Coordonnées GPSGPS :
52.403158, -7.262272

Durée de la visite Tour duration :
30 minutes
TarifsRates :
  • free of charge
Horaires d'ouvertureOpening hours :

free access



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