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7.6km

Canals, a tunnel and a wheel — 7.6 km Running Route

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Canals, a tunnel and a wheel is a 7.6 km (4.7 miles) loop in Falkirk, Scotland: flat, with 33 m of climb, on paved ground.

33 mAscent
Paved100%Paved
0/5Hilly

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Canals, a tunnel and a wheel running route
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Location: Falkirk, Scotland

Explore Falkirk's fascinating canal network on this mostly flat, 7.6 km loop. Beginning along the historic Union Canal, the route takes you through the unique Falkirk Wheel Tunnel (remember it closes at dusk) before revealing the iconic Falkirk Wheel itself. Continue your journey along the Forth & Clyde Canal, enjoying the waterside views, before heading back to your starting point through the town centre.

Ideal for convenient training runs or a pleasant sightseeing jog, this entirely paved route offers a smooth and accessible experience. Its gentle ascent and lack of significant hills make it suitable for runners of all levels looking for an interesting and historical urban run, perfect for fitting into a busy schedule.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 7.6 km loop in Falkirk, Scotland with around 33 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, 33 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 100% paved — runnable in road shoes year-round.

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KennyOct 2023

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