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By Way of the Glen

Inverness, United Kingdom • 4-6 Jul 2025

By Way of The Glen is a challenging 170-mile foot race from Glasgow to Inverness, combining two of Scotland's iconic long-distance trails: the West Highland Way and the Great Glen Way. Starting at Milngavie Train Station, runners have 28 hours to complete the 94-mile West Highland Way section before transitioning via a short tarmac link to the 72-mile Great Glen Way at Neptune's Staircase. The course features a total ascent of approximately 24,000 feet and is fully marked with waymarks and arrows. Checkpoints along the route allow for support crew access and drop bag retrieval. The event requires participants to have prior experience in races of 70 miles or more, ensuring a committed and capable field. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Inverness

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170 mi
24000 m+
170 Miles
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