Baxters Loch Ness Marathon and Festival of Running

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The centuries-old legend of the Loch Ness Monster is a story that continues to run. Along with the scenic beauty of the area, it has been responsible for attracting visitors to this fascinating part of Scotland for many years.

The opportunity to put such a memorable marathon on their record, one with such a unique story to tell, has proven too strong a pull for thousands of runners of all abilities. With a hot meal and entertainment awaiting you at the finish, plus fantastic technical t-shirt included in your entry fee, the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon also offers genuine value for money.

Runners at the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon are taking on the challenge for many reasons: to raise money for good causes, to have fun and enjoy the fantastic setting, to experience the camaraderie, and to achieve their own personal goals.

Highlights

• Run from one end of the famous loch to the other!
• Downhill route (overall) from 350m above sea level down to near sea level
• Festival at the Finish including live music and fun family activities
• Closed road route throughout
• Osmo sports hydration drink stations along the route
• Clif Bar feed stations along the route offering Clif Bar Shot Bloks or Gels

What others say

"Stunning! Beautiful event, very well organised. Beautiful downhill start then undulating route with no major surprises... Highly recommend this event, for me it's up there with Snowdonia... Absolutely loved every minute of it." Julie Rarity 2017

"My first marathon and I am still buzzing about it now! It was an amazing experience from start to finish. Scenery is ace, atmosphere is ace.. If you only do one Marathon in Scotland make it this one!"  Hayley Willison 2017

Route

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Please click here to view the elevation profile

Race day rewards

• Finisher’s technical t-shirt
• Finisher’s medal
• Goody bag
• Post-race meal
• Electronic timing
• Downloadable Finisher’s Certificate
• Highland Spring stations on the route and at the finish
• Clif Bar feed stations along the route offering Clif Bar Shot Bloks or Gels
• Coach transport to the start of the marathon
• Baggage transfer from the start to finish/Event Village
• Loch Ness Marathon digital race magazine
• Festival at the Finish including live music and fun family activities
• Route on closed roads

Make a weekend of it 

Whether you’re a runner or a spectator, there is plenty for you to enjoy at the Event Village (free entry for all) throughout the entire weekend including our Runners’ Café, Sports Expo, Baxters Food & Drink Fayre, pipe bands, live music and kids’ activities.

Run for a reason

Organisers of the Loch Ness Marathon encourage you to take part on behalf of one of these worthy causes.

Also happening that weekend

Baxters River Ness 10K; 10K Corporate Challenge; 5K Fun Run; and Wee Nessie.