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Arthur's Seat — 3.7 km Running Route

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Arthur's Seat is a 3.7 km (2.3 miles) loop in Southside, Scotland: hilly, with 207 m of climb, on mostly trail ground.

207 mAscent
Paved10%Paved
5/5Hilly
Arthur's Seat running route
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Location: Southside, Scotland

Conquer Edinburgh's iconic Arthur's Seat with this challenging 3.7km paved loop, starting and finishing in the Southside. This demanding run features significant uphill sections with steps, rewarding your effort with panoramic city views from the summit. While fully paved, the steep gradients and 207m of ascent make it a formidable workout, perfect for runners looking to build strength and endurance amidst stunning urban scenery.

This route is ideal for convenient, intense training runs if you're in Edinburgh and seeking a robust physical challenge. Expect to share the path with many walkers, especially during peak times, adding to the vibrant atmosphere of this popular landmark. It’s a fantastic way to combine sightseeing with a serious leg-burner.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 3.7 km loop in Southside, Scotland with around 207 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?
Yes — seriously. It rates 5 out of 5 on our hill scale — long, steep climbing throughout. About 56 metres of climb per kilometre, 207 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's mostly off-road (around 90% trail). Trail shoes are recommended.

Reviews (2)

JonJan 2024

New Scottish Record?

StephenJul 2023

Might be better the other way around. Decent from Arthur’s seat is horrendous. Can we avoid paved start?

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