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Edinburgh Marathon & Half Marathon 2010
Sunday, 23rd May 2010
www.edinburgh-marathon.com

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The Scottish Half Marathon will take place on Sunday 23rd May 2010, the same day as the Edinburgh Marathon.

The Scottish Half is planned to start earlier than the marathon, ensuring only one set of runners on the course at any one time, but it will still capture the big race excitement of the Edinburgh Marathon and the grandstand finish at Musselburgh Racecourse.

With around 25,000 runners expected to enter the 2010 Edinburgh Marathon, Scottish Half Marathon and Hairy Haggis Team Relay it will now be one of the biggest running festivals in the UK. With an elevation drop of 40 metres the route is a must for anyone seeking a personal best.

2010 Route
The 2010 route will follow much of the same route as previous years. It will start in the city centre taking in Holyrood Park, Leith Links and Portobello Promenade, it will then go through East Lothian before a grandstand finish in Musselburgh Racecourse.
Please click here to view route map.

Course profile
The Edinburgh Marathon was rated the fastest marathon in the UK by Runners World magazine. The course has an overall elevation drop of 40m which should make it a good course for those looking for a good time or a personal best.

Edinburgh has one of the most beautiful cityscapes in the world, making it the ideal city break destination. There is plenty to see and do with the perfect balance between all things traditional and contemporary.

Discover world-class museums and galleries, take a tour on an open-top bus or even visit the city's own zoo. From the world famous Festivals to top-class restaurants and bars, not to mention fabulous shopping, you'll be spoilt for choice.

Click on the following link to find out what else Edinburgh has to offer during your stay! http://www.edinburgh.org/ 

 

• Traveling on from Edinburgh (bus, train, taxi), click here

• Click here for City Guide to Edinburgh