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Lizard Village and Coast — 8.0 km Running Route

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Lizard Village and Coast is a 8.0 km (5.0 miles) loop in Lizard, England: gently rolling, with 97 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

97 mAscent
Paved20%Paved
2/5Hilly

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Lizard Village and Coast running route
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Location: Lizard, England

Explore the stunning Lizard Peninsula with this 8km coastal loop, starting and ending in the charming village of Lizard. This runnable route offers a delightful mix of paved streets, well-trodden tracks, and invigorating coastal paths, providing ever-changing scenery and a true feel for this dramatic corner of Cornwall.

With a gentle 97m ascent and moderate hilliness, this route is perfect for a scenic sightseeing run or a refreshing mid-distance training session. Although predominantly paved in places, the off-road sections vary from firm bare earth to stony stretches, offering a varied and engaging running experience suitable for those looking to enjoy the wild beauty of the Cornish coastline.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 8.0 km loop in Lizard, England with around 97 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
Mildly. It rates 2 out of 5 on our hill scale — rolling but easy on the legs. About 12 metres of climb per kilometre, 97 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 80% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

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