The Early Years
2011Established in 2011, the Connemara Marathon is now 15 years old. From its first edition in Galway, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in Ireland.
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Percorso e dislivello
The Connemara Marathon offers a stunning loop course through the heart of Connemara, one of Ireland's most scenic regions. Runners experience dramatic coastal views, rugged moorlands, and traditional Irish villages, with moderate rolling hills that test endurance without excessive climbing. The course is well-supported with aid stations and passes through charming settlements including Oughterard and Maam Cross.
Superficie: road Profilo: Ondulato
Meteo
Temperatura 9°C
Umidità 78%
Probabilità di pioggia 65%
Cool spring weather typical of western Ireland, with frequent rain showers and occasional wind gusts off the Atlantic. Runners should prepare for wet conditions and dress in layers.
The Race
Galway
Storie e Leggende
Running Through a Postcard
The Connemara Marathon route is one of those courses where runners forget their pace and reach for their phones. The scenery through Galway and its surroundings has earned this race a reputation as one of the most photogenic in Europe.
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Curiosità
- ▸ The race passes through Connemara, an Irish-speaking region known as one of the most beautiful areas in Ireland with its striking Atlantic coastline.
- ▸ The marathon route includes sections on roads once traveled by ancient Celtic tribes and medieval Irish kingdoms.
- ▸ Finishers receive a traditional Galway welcome complete with Irish traditional music and local food at the finish celebration.
- ▸ The race has grown from under 200 participants in its first year to over 1,200 today, making it one of the most popular marathons in the west of Ireland.
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