Ireland, County Wicklow
Empty moorland tarmac over the Sally Gap, minutes from Dublin but utterly wild.
Length
45 km
In miles
28 mi
Driving time
1 hr 24 min
Atlas rating
9.1 / 10
The run
Dublin to Laragh, following the R115. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Snow can close the Sally Gap in winter
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 20 April 2026
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