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Mourne Mountain Marathon

Name: Mourne Mountain Marathon
Start: 2025-09-20
End: 2025-09-21
Location: Mourne Mountains

Mourne Mountains, United Kingdom • 20-21 Sep 2025

The Mourne Mountain Marathon is a challenging two-day navigation and endurance event held in the scenic Mourne Mountains of Northern Ireland. Teams of two navigate courses ranging from 35km to 55km, visiting control points in order but choosing their own routes. A unique feature is the overnight mountain camp where teams must be fully self-sufficient, carrying all necessary gear for the night. The event emphasizes teamwork, navigation skills, and endurance amidst stunning natural surroundings. Courses are based on the detailed 1:25,000 Mourne Mountains map by Harvey Maps, enhancing the adventure and challenge for participants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Northern Ireland Mourne Mountains

Race information

Website Registration

55 km

Elite: 55km

45 km

B: 45km

35 km

C: 35km

35 km

D: 35km

Score

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

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10 km

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