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West Edinburgh Round — 27.1 km Running Route

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West Edinburgh Round is a 27.1 km (16.9 miles) loop in Edinburgh, Scotland: flat, with 104 m of climb, on mostly paved ground.

104 mAscent
Paved80%Paved
0/5Hilly

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West Edinburgh Round running route
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Elevation

Explore the West Edinburgh Round

Location: Edinburgh, Scotland

Explore the western fringes of Edinburgh with this diverse 27.1km running route. Predominantly paved, it seamlessly connects multi-use paths, quiet city streets, a serene canal towpath, and picturesque riverside sections, offering a varied and engaging journey through the city's less-explored western districts. The route is largely flat with a gentle ascent, making it accessible for a wide range of runners.

Ideal for those looking to accumulate mileage without significant elevation, this route is perfect for long training runs, steady weekend explorations, or even some urban sightseeing at a runner's pace. The varied surfaces keep things interesting, and the option for refreshments in designated untimed sections adds flexibility for a more leisurely experience.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 27.1 km loop in Edinburgh, Scotland with around 104 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 4 metres of climb per kilometre, 104 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 80% paved with some unsurfaced sections — road shoes are fine for most runners.

Reviews (1)

MartinDec 2024

Great route taking in some of the best unpaved trails around Edinburgh

Shoe suggestion: Road

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