Galway Marathon
An out-and-back along the coast road west of Galway city, running towards Barna with Galway Bay on one side. Almost nothing in the way of climbing, and the sea air keeps the autumn racing cool.
Where it runs
Interactive map
The trace follows the organizer's published course, simplified for the screen: the orange dot is the start, the dark dot the finish. Scroll to zoom, drag to pan.
About this race
An out-and-back along the coast road west of Galway city, running towards Barna with Galway Bay on one side. Almost nothing in the way of climbing, and the sea air keeps the autumn racing cool.
- Next edition
- 03 October 2026
- Elevation gain
- 34 m
- Profile
- Flat
- First run
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About these facts
Dates, course type, climbing and time limits are compiled from the organizer's publications and re-checked each season; elevation is an estimate of total climbing rather than a survey figure. Always confirm race-day details with the organizer before making plans.
Last reviewed 28 September 2026