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The Seven Hills of Edinburgh

Edinburgh, United Kingdom • 15 Jun 2025

The Seven Hills of Edinburgh is an annual 14.3-mile running event held in June, starting and finishing at Calton Hill in Edinburgh. The course features a challenging mix of road running, cross-country, hill running, and urban orienteering, with approximately 2200 feet of ascent and descent. Participants navigate through six checkpoints atop Edinburgh’s iconic hills, including the Castle esplanade, Corstorphine Hill, Craiglockhart Hill, Braid Hill, Blackford Hill, and Arthur’s Seat. The event offers two categories: The Race for competitive runners and The Challenge for those aiming to complete the course at a more relaxed pace. The atmosphere is friendly and scenic, with refreshment stations and team competitions enhancing the experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom Scotland Edinburgh

Race information

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14 mi
2200 m+
The Challenge
14 mi
2200 m+
The Race
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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