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Run Galway Bay Marathon

Run Galway Bay Marathon — Marathon in Salthill, Galway City, Co. Galway

About This Event

One of Ireland's most scenic marathons, following the beautiful coastline of Galway Bay from Salthill. A flat, fast out-and-back course with the Burren across the water — a top choice for a PB attempt.

Course Details

Elevation Gain
80m
Course Route

Starting from Nimmo's Pier in the Claddagh, the marathon follows Galway Bay along the coast road through Salthill, Barna and Spiddal, with the Burren visible across the bay.

Elevation Profile(illustrative)
Gain: 80m
Distance: 42.2km
0km10.6km21.1km31.7km42.2km72m102m132m179m

Event Location

Marker
Leaflet © OpenStreetMap

Organiser

Run Galway Bay
hello@rungalwaybay.com
This event has finished
Date
Saturday, 3 October 2026
Location
Salthill, Galway City
Co. Galway
Distance
42.2 km
Terrain
Road
Entry Fee
€70
Elevation Gain
80m
Organiser
Run Galway Bay
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