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Covering nearly 23,000 hectares, Wicklow Mountains National Park is Ireland’s largest national park and the only one in the east. Located just south of Dublin, it boasts rugged peaks, winding mountain roads, and deep glacial valleys carved over millennia. The park is home to a diverse range of habitats, from heather-covered uplands to ancient woodlands, and serves as a refuge for wildlife such as red deer and peregrine falcons.

Satellite image: Wicklow Mountains National Park, Ireland
Wicklow Mountains National Park, Ireland. Credit: European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-2 imagery

This image, acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites on 5 February 2025, shows the Wicklow Mountains National Park’s diverse landscape.

The Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites provide valuable data for monitoring natural environments, including dense vegetation and protected landscapes, aiding conservation efforts worldwide.

Featured image credit: European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-2 imagery

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