Knockeen Portal Tomb

Knockeen Portal Tomb
Knockeen Dolmen as seen from the front
Knockeen Portal Tomb
Location in Ireland
LocationCounty Waterford, Ireland
TypeDolmen
Width2.1 meters
Height3.5 meters
History
MaterialStone
Foundedc. 2500 BC
PeriodsNeolithic
CulturesCeltic
Site notes
Public accessYes
Official nameKnockeen
Reference no.421


The Knockeen Portal Tomb is a megalith in Knockeen, County Waterford, Ireland. It is the largest dolmen (portal tomb) in County Waterford exhibiting a double capstone configuration, though it is not the tallest standing stone structure. It is one of the finest examples of a dolmen in Ireland.