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Loch Ness Marathon

Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km with up to 280 m D+ in Whitebridge (Scotland, United Kingdom)

LocationWhitebridge, Scotland, United KingdomShow on map(57.1999° N, 4.5106° W)
Date & StatusSeptember 26, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +280 m

Loch Ness Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Whitebridge, Scotland, GB focused on Road Running. It is part of World Marathon Majors Qualifier, Boston Marathon Qualifier. Key features include Lakes & Ponds, Nature & Off-Road, City Run, Culture & History.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +280 m D+), River Ness 10K (10 km, +47 m D+), and River Ness 5K (5 km, +22 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for September 26, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (lochnessmarathon.com).

Official website
Loch Ness Marathon in Whitebridge (Work: "Park of the Château de Chenonceau (5)", Photo: Avi1111 dr. avishai teicher, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Park of the Château de Chenonceau (5)" · Photo: Avi1111 dr. avishai teicher · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Lakes & PondsNature & Off-RoadCity RunCulture & HistoryCastlesKids & Youth Races

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+280 m18 m - 136 mLoop courseRoute & profile
River Ness 10KRoad Running10 km+47 m21 m - 41 mLoop courseRoute & profile
River Ness 5KRoad Running5 km+22 m24 m - 33 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+280 m D+
Elevation loss
-280 m D-
Altitude range
18 m - 136 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
1.3 % / 2.3 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+280 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS57.1999° N, 4.5106° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 18 m to 136 m above sea level (+280 m D+, -280 m D-)

Peak: 136 m·at 25.7 km·Ø 1.3 %
18 m57 m97 m136 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km136 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Loch Ness Marathon take place?

Loch Ness Marathon takes place in Whitebridge, Scotland, GB (start area at coordinates 57.1999° N, 4.5106° W). The next edition is officially confirmed for September 26, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Loch Ness Marathon?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +280 m D+), River Ness 10K (10 km, +47 m D+), and River Ness 5K (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Loch Ness Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +280 m of elevation gain and -280 m of elevation loss, ranging between 18 m and 136 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Loch Ness Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (lochnessmarathon.com).