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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 Scotland's capital, featuring approximately 2200 feet of ascent and descent. Starting and finishing at Calton Hill, participants navigate a challenging course that includes six checkpoints on Edinburgh’s iconic hills: the Castle, Corstorphine Hill, Craiglockhart Hill, Braid Hill, Blackford Hill, and Arthur’s Seat. The race combines road running, cross-country, hill running, and urban orienteering, with competitors choosing their own routes between checkpoints. Open to all ages and abilities, the event offers two categories: The Race for faster runners and The Challenge for those aiming to complete the course at a more leisurely pace. The atmosphere is friendly and scenic, making it a must-do for locals and visitors alike. 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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