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Leith & Trinity — 5.3 km Running Route

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Leith & Trinity is a 5.3 km (3.3 miles) loop in Leith, Scotland: flat, with 11 m of climb, on paved ground.

11 mAscent
Paved100%Paved
0/5Hilly
Leith & Trinity running route
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Location: Leith, Scotland

Discover a convenient 5.3km loop through Leith and Trinity, largely following the scenic Water of Leith Path in Edinburgh. This entirely paved route offers a gentle, flat run with negligible ascent, making it ideal for maintaining your training schedule or enjoying a relaxed jog through urban green spaces. You'll pass through Bangholm and Warriston, experiencing a tranquil escape within the city.

Perfect for those seeking an accessible, traffic-free course, this "lollipop" shaped route is well-suited for everyday training runs, whether you're looking for an easy recovery session or a consistent pace effort. Its smooth surfaces and pleasant riverside stretches provide an excellent opportunity to unwind and enjoy the fresh air without venturing far from the city.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 5.3 km loop in Leith, Scotland with around 11 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?
No. It rates 0 out of 5 on our hill scale — essentially flat. About 2 metres of climb per kilometre, 11 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 100% paved — runnable in road shoes year-round.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 5.3 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

Reviews (1)

StephenJul 2023

Excellent paths & route 😀

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