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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 participants from Bray Head in Wicklow to Bray Head on Valentia Island. Covering a challenging distance of 600 kilometers with a significant ascent of 13,100 meters, this self-sufficient race requires runners to have a support crew and carry mandatory safety gear. The route includes various scenic trails, such as the Wicklow Way and the Kerry Way. Participants can also form relay teams, allowing for a collaborative approach to completing the race. Safety and preparedness are emphasized 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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