For a combination of scenery and challenge, run along the Nature Preserve of the Upper Rock. Combine the narrow and hilly roads with some of the footpaths. The map below provides a good overview (roads are black, trails are colored), and this article has details on the different paths. One can run/hike to the summit, or take a cable car from the station just south of town. For a true trail running challenge, run/hike up the famous Mediterranean Steps, and then enjoy some of the roads/footpaths from O’Hara’s Battery at the summit.
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Roads. Best bet is Queen’s Rd., which runs for 3 km one-way along the length of the Preserve. It’s hilly, but not a killer: 67m, north to south. For a nice add-on (and more hills, a come off Queen’s Rd. and take Spur Battery Rd. and/or O’Hara’s Rd. This can add another 2-3 km one-way, and about 2x the elevation gain. Note the roads is narrow, and no shoulder.
Footpaths. These are more for trail running and are generally hilly. Used a lot by walkers and hikers, so can be busy. Inglis Way traverses the middle section of the Upper Rock for 1.2 km from Queen’s Gate to Bruces Farm. Royal Anglican Way is 600m from Apes Den to St. Michael’s Cave.
Mediterranean Steps. These steps carved into the rock are a must-do on Gibraltar. They traverse for 1.8 km between Jews’ Gate and O’Hara’s Battery. This can be a challenging hike/run, but they tend to be quite crowded, which might be frustrating for runners.
For a combination of scenery and challenge, run along the Nature Preserve of the Upper Rock. Combine the narrow and hilly roads with some of the footpaths. The map below provides a good overview (roads are black, trails are colored), and this article has details on the different paths. One can run/hike to the summit, or take a cable car from the station just south of town. For a true trail running challenge, run/hike up the famous Mediterranean Steps, and then enjoy some of the roads/footpaths from O’Hara’s Battery at the summit.
Wikipedia
Roads. Best bet is Queen’s Rd., which runs for 3 km one-way along the length of the Preserve. It’s hilly, but not a killer: 67m, north to south. For a nice add-on (and more hills, a come off Queen’s Rd. and take Spur Battery Rd. and/or O’Hara’s Rd. This can add another 2-3 km one-way, and about 2x the elevation gain. Note the roads is narrow, and no shoulder.
Footpaths. These are more for trail running and are generally hilly. Used a lot by walkers and hikers, so can be busy. Inglis Way traverses the middle section of the Upper Rock for 1.2 km from Queen’s Gate to Bruces Farm. Royal Anglican Way is 600m from Apes Den to St. Michael’s Cave.
Mediterranean Steps. These steps carved into the rock are a must-do on Gibraltar. They traverse for 1.8 km between Jews’ Gate and O’Hara’s Battery. This can be a challenging hike/run, but they tend to be quite crowded, which might be frustrating for runners.
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Depends on option chosen. Queen's Road is 3 km one-way
Depends on trail, but ranges from hilly to super steep
There is some very scenic shoreline running in Gibraltar, but it's in distinct sections, owing to the geography and several tunnels. We've outlined the best sections on both the eastern and western sides.
Just across the border in the Spanish town of La Línea de la Concepción, there's lovely running along seaside paths. On the east side, run on the beach or the path for up to 3.3 km. The west side path is 3.7 km one-way.
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Depends on option chosen. Queen's Road is 3 km one-way
Depends on trail, but ranges from hilly to super steep
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