Running in Ankara, Turkey

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4 Long Run Routes in Ankara (13 km+)

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4 routes of 13 km or more in Ankara, suitable for weekend long runs and marathon build-up weeks. They range from 14.5 km to 32.6 km, climbing between 62 m and 446 m.

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4 Long Run Routes in Ankara (13 km+)

PreviewRouteElevation LossMapRun in appVideoReviews
19.8 km212 m212 mPreview-
14.5 km103 m239 mPreview-
32.6 km446 m520 mPreview-
21.1 km62 m61 mPreview-

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Running long in Ankara

Building the long run

Long runs work best on continuous, uninterrupted terrain. Plan water stops in advance — most of these routes pass drinking fountains or shops, but not reliably in the outer sections.

Marathon and half-marathon blocks

Progress the long run by no more than 10–15% per week, and keep one route constant so you can compare weeks honestly. Repeating a loop twice is usually easier to fuel than a single point-to-point.

Where locals run: Mogan Parkı, Mavi Göl Recreational Area, Kuzey Yıldızı Parkı.

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