Abbey Holycross Abbey
Holycross Abbey
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About this place
Holy Cross Abbey (Mainistir na Croise Naofa) was a Cistercian monastery in Holycross near Thurles, County Tipperary, Ireland, situated on the River Suir. It takes its name from a relic of the True Cross or Holy Rood.
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Visitor Information
- Admission
- Free
- Heritage status
- Protected Heritage Site
Getting There & Parking
Holycross Abbey is located in County Tipperary, roughly 66 km (1h drive) from Limerick and 171 km (2h 30m) from Dublin. The nearest public car park is 35 m away. Nearby highlights within a short drive include Derrynaflan Trail (0.0 km away).
Limerick66 km
~1h driveCork118 km
~1h 45m driveDublin171 km
~2h 30m drive
Nearest car park
35 m from landmark
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