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7.9km

Wade Bridge — 7.9 km Running Out-and-back

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Wade Bridge is a 7.9 km (4.9 miles) out-and-back in Highland, Cairngorms, Scotland: flat, with 42 m of climb, on paved ground.

Cairngorms National Park
42 mAscent
Paved100%Paved
1/5Hilly
Wade Bridge running route
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Location: Highland, Cairngorms, Scotland

Discover a scenic and largely flat run through the stunning Cairngorms National Park with this 7.9km out-and-back route to Wade Bridge. Starting near Balasporran, you'll enjoy a gentle, entirely paved course along a dedicated cycle path. This makes it ideal for convenient training runs, offering smooth surfaces and minimal elevation gain perfect for maintaining a steady pace.

As you run, immerse yourself in the beautiful Highland landscape, with captivating views of the surrounding natural beauty. The gradual descent on the way out and a gentle incline on the return leg provide a subtle challenge without being overly demanding. It’s an inviting option for runners seeking a peaceful escape, whether for a leisurely jog, a spirited training session, or simply to soak in the magnificent Scottish scenery.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 7.9 km out-and-back in Highland, Cairngorms, Scotland with around 42 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?
Barely. It rates 1 out of 5 on our hill scale — gently undulating. About 5 metres of climb per kilometre, 42 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's 100% paved — runnable in road shoes year-round.

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