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6 Long Run Routes in Rio de Janeiro (13 km+)
Gerar rotas artísticas em Rio de Janeiro6 routes of 13 km or more in Rio de Janeiro, suitable for weekend long runs and marathon build-up weeks. They range from 13.4 km to 21.2 km, climbing between 79 m and 740 m.
6 Long Run Routes in Rio de Janeiro (13 km+)
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Running long in Rio de Janeiro
Building the long run
Long runs work best on continuous, uninterrupted terrain. Urban roads, park paths, and mixed city surfaces. 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.
Safety on longer efforts
Check traffic flow, sidewalks, and route lighting before your run.