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Runs in and around Edinburgh
39 running routes in Edinburgh · 22 more nearby
Runs in and around Edinburgh. Most routes are on paved surfaces, and there's enough climbing to be felt on many of them.
You'll find a good range of distances, from shorter loops like Lochrin Canal Dash to longer ones such as Pentland Seven Hills Loop.
Runs in Edinburgh
Around Blackford Hill
Braid Hills, Scotland
A lollipop-shaped route on Braid Burn looping around Blackford Hill from Blackford Community Wood towards Blackford Pond and back.
Around Cramond
Cramond, Scotland
A circular route around Cramond via Silverknowes and Barnton.
Around Granton
Edinburgh, Scotland
Circular route from Trinity to Pilton via Ferry Road Path and back via Granton Harbour
Around Inverleith
Edinburgh, Scotland
A circular route around Inverleith. Heading out towards the scenic Royal Botanic Garden on Goldenacre path.
Around The Braids
Braid Hills, Scotland
A largely off-road circular route in a clockwise direction around The Braids, returning via Buckstone Snab
Arthur's Seat
Southside, Scotland
A loop up to Arthur's Seat and back to the start. Includes steep sections with steps.
Arthur's Seat Social Run
Southside, Scotland
This run incorporates an untimed section around Arthur's Seat summit; so enjoy the views without receiving a time penalty!
Braid Hills
Braid Hills, Scotland
Circular route beginning in Braid Hills and passing via Morton Hall Golf Course and Braid Hills Golf Course.
Brunstane Lollipop
Brunstane, Scotland
From Brunstane looping around National Trust for Scotland property Newhailes House
Brunstane Loop
Brunstane, Scotland
A circular route from Brunstane via Newhailes Road around the ladies walkway and returns via the Brunstane Burn walkway
Canonmills, Warriston, Stockbridge
Edinburgh, Scotland
A run at the edge of Edinburgh's New Town, making use of the city's extensive network of traffic-free multi-use paths and connecting roads.
Corstophine Loop
Edinburgh, Scotland
A loop round the Corstophine Hills.
Craiglockhart Hills
Edinburgh, Scotland
A loop including Wester and Easter Craiglockhart Hills starting from the Union Canal.
Craigmillar & Greendykes
Craigmillar, Scotland
A loop skirting Craigmillar Castle Gardens, returing via Greendykes Road and Craigmillar Castle Avenue
Dreghorn Loop
Comiston, Scotland
A largely off-road circular route out to Bonaly via Covenanters Wood and back via paths to the south of the bypass.
Duddingston & the Loch
Edinburgh, Scotland
From Duddingston around the Loch and Duddingston Golf Course
Gilmerton & Loanhead Railway Run
Gilmerton, Scotland
An out and back route to Loanhead on the old railway line
Granton loop
Leith Harbour & Newhaven, Scotland
The circuit takes in a railway path and footpaths, offering a mostly off-road feel despite the paved surface.
Haymarket Two Waterways
Edinburgh, Scotland
This run starts near Haymarket Station and follows the scenic Water of Leith Walkway.
Hillend Hill
Fairmilehead, Scotland
Circular route along the Pentland Way towards Caerketton Hill and then back through Hill Country Park and past the ski centre
Holyrood Park Anticlockwise
Southside, Scotland
The anticlockwise circular path at Holyrood Park
Holyrood Park Clockwise
Southside, Scotland
A circular clockwise route around Holyrood Park
Inverleith Loop with Dundas Street Finisher
Edinburgh, Scotland
It's all downhill to start as you head into Stockbridge via one of the most photographed streets in Edinburgh, Circus Lane.
John Muir Way Stage 8
Edinburgh, Scotland
Before setting off see the latest news re possible sections of path closures at johnmuirway.org/news/The John Muir Way between…
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Runs around Edinburgh
Within roughly 16 km, sorted by distance.
Bonaly Park
Edinburgh, Scotland
This loop in Bonaly Country Park features a gradual climb up to Bonaly Reservoir, offering rewarding views along the way.
Cammo Park
Cramond, Scotland
Looping around Cammo Estate Local Nature Reserve
The Pentlands Half Marathon Traverse
Edinburgh, Scotland
This half marathon point-to-point run starts at Torphin Road and heads into the scenic Pentland Hills, offering a mix of challenging climbs…
Snab Point
Cramond, Scotland
A circular route around Snab Point and returning via Burnshot
Peatdraught Bay
Cramond, Scotland
A figure of eight route starting from Snab Point to Hound Point and returning via Burnshot.
Long Green
Cramond, Scotland
A circular route to Long Green, returning by Glenpunty Wood
Dalkeith Country Park
Midlothian, Scotland
A loop around the Country Park on a mix of tarmac lanes, tracks and woodland trails.
Musselburgh Sands
Levenhall, Scotland
A looped route starting at Westpans, following Musselburgh Sands and returning by Musselburgh Links.
Two Hills Two Reservoirs
Deanburn, Scotland
Along the Pentland Way over Turnhouse and Carnethy Hills followed by a gradual return on tarmac passing Loganlea and Glencorse Reservoirs.
Water of Leith Walkway Hills to Sea
Balerno, Scotland
Straight route from Balerno to Leith
Burntisland - Coastal Path to Aberdour
Burntisland, Scotland
Following Fife Coastal Path from the end of Seals Craig View to Silver Sands Park, looping around the peninsular and returning the same way.
John Muir Way Stage 9
East Lothian, Scotland
Before setting off see the latest news re possible sections of path closures at johnmuirway.org/news/.The John Muir Way between Prestonpans…
John Muir Way Stage 7
West Lothian, Scotland
The John Muir Way between Queensferry and Fountainbridge in Edinburgh offers a diverse and scenic journey, combining coastal views with…
Kinghorn - Coastal Path to Linktown
Kinghorn, Scotland
Following the Fife Coastal Path from Kinghorn to Seafield Beach and back.
The Binn
Burntisland, Scotland
Starting from a path just off the A909 and following the trail to The Binn and Binnend, then heading up to Standing Stanes Road, following…
Dalgety Bay - Coastal Path East
Dalgety Bay, Scotland
Following the Fife Coastal Path from Lumsdaine Drive to Dalgety Bay, where it loops round after St Bridget's Church, then returns the same…
South Esk Riverside
Dalhousie Mains, Scotland
Largely off-road out and back on the path by the River South Esk from Gore Way
North Queensferry - Coastal Path to Jamestown
North Queensferry, Scotland
Along the Fife Pilgrim Way from North Queensferry to Inverkeithing and back.
Penicuik Riverside
Penicuik, Scotland
Flat along the River North Esk
Dundas Castle 9
South Queensferry, Scotland
A loop including Dundas Castle, Kirkliston and surrounding streets and unlit lanes.
Dundas Castle 4
South Queensferry, Scotland
Around the grounds of the castle and alongside Dundas Loch.
Dundas Castle 6
South Queensferry, Scotland
Around the Castle grounds and Dundas Loch with an extension along Dundas Home Farm road.
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