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5 Long Run Routes in Riyadh (13 km+)

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5 routes of 13 km or more in Riyadh, suitable for weekend long runs and marathon build-up weeks. They range from 15.1 km to 43.3 km, climbing between 19 m and 193 m.

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5 Long Run Routes in Riyadh (13 km+)

PreviewRouteElevation LossMapRun in appVideoReviews
43.3 km193 m210 mPreview-
15.1 km89 m89 mPreview-
16.3 km19 m19 mPreview-
16.8 km83 m82 mPreview-
42.2 km149 m150 mPreview-

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Running long in Riyadh

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: King Salman Park, Promenade, Al Nahda Park North.

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