Wellness in Waterford's Comeragh Mountains for a wild festival
Yoga will be among the wellness activities. Stock image
This year's Comeraghs Wild Festival will feature much more than just exciting live music, with an abundance of wellness and fitness events planned, from yoga and mountain biking, to tranquil forest walks and vibrant cultural events.
Festival-goers are invited to roam the trails of the Comeraghs with expert guides who will share stories of the land’s rich biodiversity, folklore, and history.
'Reach the Cruachan Summit' with Mario from Muddyboots, sets off at 10am on Saturday, July 12.
This 10km guided hike will take roughly four hours, offering panoramic vistas that sweep from Youghal to Tramore, with the Knockmealdowns and Comeraghs framing the horizon.
On Sunday morning, July 13, the 'Coumshingaun Ridge Hike' will offer an unforgettable experience above Europe’s most magnificent corrie lake.
This is a challenging hike that requires a good level of fitness and a head for heights.
Also on Saturday, fans of film and history can step into cinematic nostalgia with The Barry Lyndon Experience Looped Walk.
If inner peace is more your path, Zen in the Park in Kilmacthomas will provide the perfect opportunity for a revitalising yoga session on Saturday from 10am to 12 noon.
It will also take place beneath the soaring arches of the Greenway bridge.
Sunday morning will see the continuation of the wellness journey with Find Your Way with The Holistic Coach at Scéal Nua gardens in Clonea Power.
This outdoor workshop will blend meditation, visualisation and life coaching in a serene garden setting. It will help participants reconnect with purpose and possibility.
From 11am to 3pm on Sunday, guests than immerse themselves fully in nature at the Comeraghs Wild Wellness Retreat in award-winning Crough Wood.
Guided by resident nature expert Claire O’Sullivan, the day includes forest therapy, mindful foraging, gentle yoga, and even a refreshing waterfall plunge for the brave-hearted.
For those craving a bit more adrenaline, the Nire Valley Drop mountain biking and gravel biking event kicks off at 11am on Saturday in Ballymacarbry.
For the full programme of events go to comeraghswild.com
