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6 Best 10K Running Routes in Medellín

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6 running routes in Medellín fall in the 10K band (8–13 km). They range from 9.1 km to 12.6 km, climbing between 32 m and 280 m.

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6 Best 10K Running Routes in Medellín

PreviewRouteElevation LossMapRun in appVideoReviews
12.6 km87 m87 mPreview-
10.4 km32 m31 mPreview-
11.8 km280 m282 mPreview-
9.1 km131 m131 mPreview-
10.1 km116 m119 mPreview-
11.0 km70 m69 mPreview-

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Running 10K in Medellín

Using these routes for 10K training

A 10K route that avoids stoplights is worth more than a scenic one when you are running to pace. Look for the loops rather than the out-and-backs if you want an uninterrupted tempo effort.

Picking by elevation

For race-pace work, choose the flattest option here. For threshold sessions, moderate rolling terrain is fine and arguably better preparation for a hilly race.

When to run

July and December to February: average highs of 26–27°C and about 118 mm of rain a month (Open-Meteo historical archive 2020-2024).

Where locals run: Cerro el Volador, Cerro de Nutibara, Parque Lineal Urbano.

Frequently asked

Where is the flattest 10K route in Medellín?
10K - CORREMITIERRA 2023 is the flattest option listed here, at 10.4 km with 32 m of climb.
When is the best time of year to run in Medellín?
July and December to February: average highs of 26–27°C and about 118 mm of rain a month (Open-Meteo historical archive 2020-2024).

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