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Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland and one of its 32 council areas. It is located in southeast Scotland and is bounded to the north by the Firth of Forth and to the south by the Pentland Hills. Edinburgh had a population of 506,520 in 2020, making it the second-most-populous city in Scotland and the seventh-most-populous in the United Kingdom. The wider metropolitan area had a population of 912,490 in the same year.
Explore routes, compare distance and elevation, and plan sessions for current weather conditions.
| Season | Typical weather | Running guidance |
|---|---|---|
| All seasons | Varies by city | Adjust pace, hydration, and timing based on current weather. |
Surface mix: Urban roads, park paths, and mixed city surfaces.
Safety tip: Check traffic flow, sidewalks, and route lighting before your run.
Marathons and races
| Preview | Route | Elevation Loss | Map | Run in app | Video | Reviews | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art track | Bicycle | 9.5 km | 43 m | 43 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Heart with arrow | 10.9 km | 61 m | 61 m | Open map | Watch video | - | |
| Art track | Dolphin | 11.0 km | 91 m | 91 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Butterfly | 9.6 km | 121 m | 120 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Guitar | 9.2 km | 83 m | 86 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Cactus | 8.0 km | 84 m | 84 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Running shoe | 4.9 km | 21 m | 20 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Top hat | 7.9 km | 73 m | 73 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| Art track | Turtle | 7.5 km | 77 m | 74 m | Open map | Route details | - | |
| 6.4 km | 35 m | 38 m | Preview | - |