description Edinburgh Marathon Overview
The Edinburgh Marathon is an annual race held in Scotland since 2003, traditionally taking place in late May or early June. Marketed as one of the UK's fastest courses, the route is designed to take advantage of the region's topography to help runners achieve personal bests and Boston qualifying times. The race starts in the Scottish capital and finishes along the East Lothian coast near Musselburgh. It is considered Scotland's largest marathon event, drawing international participants.
help Edinburgh Marathon FAQ
When is the Edinburgh Marathon held?
The Edinburgh Marathon has been held annually since 2003, traditionally in late May or early June. The marathon is part of the Edinburgh Marathon Festival, which also includes shorter races.
Where does the Edinburgh Marathon route go?
The route begins around Holyrood Park and passes sights such as Arthur's Seat and the Palace of Holyroodhouse before heading toward the coast. The course includes the Portobello promenade area.
Why is the Edinburgh Marathon considered fast?
The course takes advantage of a long descent from Edinburgh toward the coast and then remains relatively flat. The official route description notes a descent of almost 90 metres to near sea level.
What is the Edinburgh Marathon time limit?
The event's published FAQ gives a marathon cutoff of 6 hours and 30 minutes. That limit applies to the full marathon, while the half marathon has a separate cutoff.
explore Explore More
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
