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Glendalough Lap of the Gap Marathon

Name: Glendalough Lap of the Gap Marathon
Start: 2025-05-24
End: 2025-05-24
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (20)

Glendalough, County Wicklow, Ireland

24 May, 2025 (Sat)

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About the event

Experience Ireland's most challenging road marathon! Take on the 'Lap of the Gap' circuit that winds through the picturesque village of Laragh to the stunning highland pass of Sallygap, passing by the iconic Lough Tay (known as the 'Guinness Lake'). This scenic route offers a mix of exhilarating climbs and thrilling descents, showcasing the beauty of the Irish countryside from tranquil back roads to the striking heather landscapes beyond the Glenmacnass Waterfall.
For those seeking an even more memorable adventure, our marathon and half-marathon courses feature an added section starting in the historic village of Glendalough, a top tourist destination in Ireland. Join us for not just a race, but an unforgettable experience that will stay with you for a lifetime.

Races offered by this event

Marathon

24 May, 2025 (Sat) - 07:30

Running

42.195 km

1/2 Marathon

24 May, 2025 (Sat) - 08:00

Running

21.1 km

Course details

Course highlights

A classical cycling route slightly re-done to add up to exactly 42.2 kilometres or the full marathon distance running clockwise up to Sally Gap via the Glenmacnass Waterfall before meandering past Lough Tay and returning via the Drummin/Oldbridge townland. To say the route is hilly is not doing it justice - its a marathon to run for the pure experience, the physical and mental challenge and the scenery rather than the personal best potential!

Start address

Glendalough, Ireland

Finish address

Brockagh Resource Centre, Ballard, Glendalough, County Wicklow, Ireland

What’s included in entry

These are included in your entry

Finisher medal

Name on bib

Toilets

Cash prizes

Shuttle to Start Line

Race announcer

Nutrition Stations

Finisher’s T-shirts

Parking

Sweeper vehicles

Drink Stations

Bag drop

Timing chip (single use)

Shower

Lead vehicles

Photo Service

Post-race meal

Changing rooms

Medical Assistance

Frequently Asked Questions