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Coast2Coast Bray Head

Name: Coast2Coast Bray Head
Start: 2025-06-20
End: 2025-06-20
Location: Bray

Bray, Ireland • 20 Jun 2025

The Coast2Coast Bray Head is an extreme running event organized by the Irish Mountain Running Association, taking place from Bray Head in Wicklow to Bray Head on Valentia Island. Covering a distance of 600 kilometers with a significant elevation gain, this self-sufficient race requires participants to have a support crew and carry mandatory safety gear. The route includes various trails, such as the Wicklow Way and the Kerry Way, and emphasizes the importance of navigation skills. Teams can participate in relay formats, allowing members to cover different segments of the course. Runners are responsible for their safety throughout the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Ireland Bray

Race information

Registration

600 km

13100 m+

600.00 Km

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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