MAY23
Running•5K
Emf 5k
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom5 km
RunningHalf Marathon
Edinburgh Half Marathon
24 May 2026
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Race details
Modality
Individual
Organizer
Edimburg Marathon Festival
Distance
21.097 km
Elevation
+76 m
Start time
08:00
Terrain
Asphalt
Difficulty
Beginner
Course profile
Flat
Minimum age
17+
Certified
Yes
Circuit
Edinburgh Marathon Festival
Event description
The Edinburgh Half Marathon features a fast and scenic course that starts in the historic heart of Scotland's capital before heading towards the beautiful East Lothian coastline. With a net downhill profile and only 76m of elevation gain, it is widely considered one of the fastest half marathons in the UK, perfect for achieving a personal best.
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Sport
Running
Distance
Half Marathon
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Scotland