Loch Ness Marathon
- Date Sun 27th September 2026
- Location Highland Council
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Baxters Loch Ness Marathon on Sunday, September 27, 2026! Set against the backdrop of the breathtaking Scottish Highlands, this marathon is renowned for its stunning scenery and vibrant atmosphere, making it a must-visit event for runners from around the globe. The marathon features a captivating point-to-point route along the iconic Loch Ness, starting in a picturesque moorland and winding through the scenic landscapes of the Highlands, ultimately leading to the charming city of Inverness.
But the excitement doesn’t stop at the race! The Loch Ness Marathon offers a fantastic festival-like atmosphere with an Expo, delicious street food, live music, and traditional pipes and drums. Families are welcome too, with plenty of activities for kids, including a special Wee Nessie area for the little ones under 5. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a first-time participant, join us for a weekend of fun, fitness, and unforgettable memories at this spectacular event!
But the excitement doesn’t stop at the race! The Loch Ness Marathon offers a fantastic festival-like atmosphere with an Expo, delicious street food, live music, and traditional pipes and drums. Families are welcome too, with plenty of activities for kids, including a special Wee Nessie area for the little ones under 5. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or a first-time participant, join us for a weekend of fun, fitness, and unforgettable memories at this spectacular event!
Loch Ness Marathon
Sun 27th September 2026
Organiser's Description
The Baxters Loch Ness Marathon is quite possibly one of the most stunning marathons in the world. With spectacular scenery, fantastic atmosphere and a truly memorable experience – it’s no wonder it is on the bucket list for so many runners from around the world.
“Breathtakingly beautiful”, “friendly atmosphere”, “flawless organisation”, “felt like a festival not just a race” are just some of the comments we had from our runners in the past so why not come and experience it for yourself?
The Loch Ness Marathon follows a spectacular point-to-point route alongside world famous Loch Ness, starting in an atmospheric moorland setting and continues through stunning Highland scenery, taking you along the south-eastern shores of Loch Ness, across the River Ness, to finish in Inverness, capital city of the Highlands.
Why not make a Highland weekend of it and come with family or friends? There’s plenty to entertain everyone with an Expo, street food, live music, pipes & drums, kids’ activities and a Wee Nessie for under-5s.
“Breathtakingly beautiful”, “friendly atmosphere”, “flawless organisation”, “felt like a festival not just a race” are just some of the comments we had from our runners in the past so why not come and experience it for yourself?
The Loch Ness Marathon follows a spectacular point-to-point route alongside world famous Loch Ness, starting in an atmospheric moorland setting and continues through stunning Highland scenery, taking you along the south-eastern shores of Loch Ness, across the River Ness, to finish in Inverness, capital city of the Highlands.
Why not make a Highland weekend of it and come with family or friends? There’s plenty to entertain everyone with an Expo, street food, live music, pipes & drums, kids’ activities and a Wee Nessie for under-5s.
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