The Causeway Coast Marathon, organized by 26 Extreme, features a marathon, half marathon, 10 km, and 64 km ultra-trail race. The marathon and half marathon courses start at Portballintrae Village Hall, with the marathon beginning at 9:00 AM and the half marathon at 12:00 PM. Both routes traverse the Causeway Coastal Path, passing through diverse terrains such as rocks, gravel, sand, mud, grass, and seaweed, providing runners with some of the best trail running scenery in Ireland.
Race
20 Mile
Race Date:
12 April, 2025
The Giant’s Causeway 20 Mile, scheduled for April 12, 2025, challenges runners with 709 meters of elevation gain along Northern Ireland’s iconic coastline. Hosted in the stunning Causeway Coast region, this event features rugged trails, steep ascents, and panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean.
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FAQs
What is the Giant's Causeway?
How long is the Giant's Causeway?
Where does the Giant's Causeway take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Giant's Causeway?
How can I prepare for the Giant's Causeway?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Giant's Causeway?
The Giant’s Causeway 20 Mile, scheduled for April 12, 2025, challenges runners with 709 meters of elevation gain along Northern Ireland’s iconic coastline. Hosted in the stunning Causeway Coast region, this event features rugged trails, steep ascents, and panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean.
The Giant's Causeway is 32km long.
The Giant's Causeway takes place in Portrush, UK.
The Giant's Causeway elevation gain is 709 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Giant's Causeway?
The Giant’s Causeway 20 Mile, scheduled for April 12, 2025, challenges runners with 709 meters of elevation gain along Northern Ireland’s iconic coastline. Hosted in the stunning Causeway Coast region, this event features rugged trails, steep ascents, and panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean.
How long is the Giant's Causeway?
The Giant's Causeway is 32km long.
Where does the Giant's Causeway take place?
The Giant's Causeway takes place in Portrush, UK.
What is the elevation gain of the Giant's Causeway?
The Giant's Causeway elevation gain is 709 meters, which Runna classifies as a Hilly race.
How can I prepare for the Giant's Causeway?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Giant's Causeway?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Coastal
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