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Clare Burren Marathon Challenge

Knocknagroagh, Ireland • 23 May 2026

Clare Burren Marathon Challenge 2026

The Clare Burren Marathon Challenge is scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026, in the Burren region, with the start located on the seafront in Ballyvaughan, County Clare. This is the 19th annual running of the event.

The route passes through the Burren’s characteristic landscape, noted for its vast rocky pavements and its array of Artic, Alpine and Mediterranean flora. The event holds an approved permit, certificate number 25/401.

Ticketed race options listed by the organiser include:

  • Full Marathon - €50.00
  • Half Marathon - €40.00
  • 10KM Mini Marathon - €25.00
  • 10KM Mini Marathon (Under 16) - €10.00

Entries and payments are managed by the organiser and may require two-part payment validation under Strong Customer Authentication regulations. A fundraising campaign is associated with the event. The description above summarises the event format, location, landscape features, permit status, and available race distances and prices. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Ireland Knocknagroagh

Race information

Website Registration
Marathon
Full Marathon
Half Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
10km Mini Marathon (under 16)
10 km
10km Mini Marathon
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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