The Glen Tanar Trail Running Festival is an annual event set within the breathtaking Glen Tanar Estate in Scotland's Cairngorms National Park. Scheduled for July 26-27, 2025, the festival offers a variety of race distances—8K, 15K, 25K, and 55K—ensuring participants of all abilities can join in the adventure. Runners navigate diverse terrains, including rugged heather moorland, towering Caledonian pine forests, and trails alongside the winding River Tanar. Beyond the races, the festival fosters a lively atmosphere with post-race refreshments, live music, and opportunities to explore the natural beauty of Royal Deeside.
Races
55km
25km
15km
8km
Race Date:
27 July, 2025
The Glen Tanar 55km Ultra Marathon is a challenging trail race that starts and finishes at the Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne, Scotland, featuring a significant elevation gain of 1,789 meters. This event is designed for seasoned trail runners seeking to test their endurance across rugged terrains and scenic landscapes.
Race Date:
27 July, 2025
The Glen Tanar 25km Trail Run begins and concludes at the Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne, Scotland, featuring an elevation gain of 523 meters. This race presents a moderately challenging course suitable for advanced trail runners looking to test their abilities amidst picturesque settings.
Race Date:
26 July, 2025
The Glen Tanar 15km Trail Run starts and ends at the Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne, Scotland, with an elevation gain of 398 meters. This race is ideal for individuals aged 16 and above with some trail running experience, offering a moderately challenging yet rewarding course.
Race Date:
26 July, 2025
The Glen Tanar 8km Trail Run takes place at the Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne, Scotland, featuring an elevation gain of 76 meters. This race is suitable for all ages from 12 years upwards, offering a gentle introduction to trail running within a beautiful setting.
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FAQs
What is the Glen Tanar 55km?
How long is the Glen Tanar 55km?
Where does the Glen Tanar 55km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Glen Tanar 55km?
How can I prepare for the Glen Tanar 55km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Glen Tanar 55km?
The Glen Tanar 55km Ultra Marathon is a challenging trail race that starts and finishes at the Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne, Scotland, featuring a significant elevation gain of 1,789 meters. This event is designed for seasoned trail runners seeking to test their endurance across rugged terrains and scenic landscapes.
The Glen Tanar 55km is 55km long.
The Glen Tanar 55km takes place in Cairngorms, Ballater, Scotland, UK.
The Glen Tanar 55km elevation gain is 1789 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Glen Tanar 55km?
The Glen Tanar 55km Ultra Marathon is a challenging trail race that starts and finishes at the Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne, Scotland, featuring a significant elevation gain of 1,789 meters. This event is designed for seasoned trail runners seeking to test their endurance across rugged terrains and scenic landscapes.
How long is the Glen Tanar 55km?
The Glen Tanar 55km is 55km long.
Where does the Glen Tanar 55km take place?
The Glen Tanar 55km takes place in Cairngorms, Ballater, Scotland, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Glen Tanar 55km?
The Glen Tanar 55km elevation gain is 1789 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Glen Tanar 55km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Glen Tanar 55km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Glen Tanar 25km?
How long is the Glen Tanar 25km?
Where does the Glen Tanar 25km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Glen Tanar 25km?
How can I prepare for the Glen Tanar 25km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Glen Tanar 25km?
The Glen Tanar 25km Trail Run begins and concludes at the Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne, Scotland, featuring an elevation gain of 523 meters. This race presents a moderately challenging course suitable for advanced trail runners looking to test their abilities amidst picturesque settings.
The Glen Tanar 25km is 25km long.
The Glen Tanar 25km takes place in Cairngorms, Ballater, Scotland, UK.
The Glen Tanar 25km elevation gain is 523 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Glen Tanar 25km?
The Glen Tanar 25km Trail Run begins and concludes at the Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne, Scotland, featuring an elevation gain of 523 meters. This race presents a moderately challenging course suitable for advanced trail runners looking to test their abilities amidst picturesque settings.
How long is the Glen Tanar 25km?
The Glen Tanar 25km is 25km long.
Where does the Glen Tanar 25km take place?
The Glen Tanar 25km takes place in Cairngorms, Ballater, Scotland, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Glen Tanar 25km?
The Glen Tanar 25km elevation gain is 523 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Glen Tanar 25km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Glen Tanar 25km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Glen Tanar 15km?
How long is the Glen Tanar 15km?
Where does the Glen Tanar 15km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Glen Tanar 15km?
How can I prepare for the Glen Tanar 15km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Glen Tanar 15km?
The Glen Tanar 15km Trail Run starts and ends at the Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne, Scotland, with an elevation gain of 398 meters. This race is ideal for individuals aged 16 and above with some trail running experience, offering a moderately challenging yet rewarding course.
The Glen Tanar 15km is 15km long.
The Glen Tanar 15km takes place in Cairngorms, Ballater, Scotland, UK.
The Glen Tanar 15km elevation gain is 398 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Glen Tanar 15km?
The Glen Tanar 15km Trail Run starts and ends at the Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne, Scotland, with an elevation gain of 398 meters. This race is ideal for individuals aged 16 and above with some trail running experience, offering a moderately challenging yet rewarding course.
How long is the Glen Tanar 15km?
The Glen Tanar 15km is 15km long.
Where does the Glen Tanar 15km take place?
The Glen Tanar 15km takes place in Cairngorms, Ballater, Scotland, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Glen Tanar 15km?
The Glen Tanar 15km elevation gain is 398 metres, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Glen Tanar 15km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Glen Tanar 15km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Glen Tanar 8km?
How long is the Glen Tanar 8km?
Where does the Glen Tanar 8km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Glen Tanar 8km?
How can I prepare for the Glen Tanar 8km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Glen Tanar 8km?
The Glen Tanar 8km Trail Run takes place at the Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne, Scotland, featuring an elevation gain of 76 meters. This race is suitable for all ages from 12 years upwards, offering a gentle introduction to trail running within a beautiful setting.
The Glen Tanar 8km is 8km long.
The Glen Tanar 8km takes place in Cairngorms, Ballater, Scotland, UK.
The Glen Tanar 8km elevation gain is 76 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Glen Tanar 8km?
The Glen Tanar 8km Trail Run takes place at the Glen Tanar Estate in Aboyne, Scotland, featuring an elevation gain of 76 meters. This race is suitable for all ages from 12 years upwards, offering a gentle introduction to trail running within a beautiful setting.
How long is the Glen Tanar 8km?
The Glen Tanar 8km is 8km long.
Where does the Glen Tanar 8km take place?
The Glen Tanar 8km takes place in Cairngorms, Ballater, Scotland, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Glen Tanar 8km?
The Glen Tanar 8km elevation gain is 76 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Glen Tanar 8km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Glen Tanar 8km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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