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The best running trails in Galway

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Running in Galway is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Galway—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 24, 2025

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1. Diamond Hill Circular

7.81km

01:00

370m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Glencoaghan Horseshoe

17.2km

03:35

1,330m

1,320m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Blackrock Beach – Claddagh Basin loop from Galway Ceannt

12.5km

01:17

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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285

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4. Blackrock Beach – Claddagh Basin loop from Knocknacarra

10.3km

01:04

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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247

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5. Blackrock Beach – Claddagh Basin loop from Shantalla

8.44km

00:52

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.0

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136

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6. Claddagh Basin loop from Salthill

6.38km

00:39

10m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Blackrock Beach loop from Knocknacarra

7.66km

00:47

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Tea House Folly loop from Dangan

8.27km

00:51

30m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Blackrock Beach – Galway Famine Ship Memorial loop from Salthill

5.25km

00:32

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Claddagh Basin loop from Galway Ceannt

10.8km

01:07

30m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in Galway

1. Diamond Hill Circular

2. Glencoaghan Horseshoe

3. Blackrock Beach – Claddagh Basin loop from Galway Ceannt

4. Blackrock Beach – Claddagh Basin loop from Knocknacarra

5. Blackrock Beach – Claddagh Basin loop from Shantalla

6. Claddagh Basin loop from Salthill

7. Blackrock Beach loop from Knocknacarra

8. Tea House Folly loop from Dangan

9. Blackrock Beach – Galway Famine Ship Memorial loop from Salthill

10. Claddagh Basin loop from Galway Ceannt

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