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The best running trails in Utrecht

4.4

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150,288

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4,380

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Running in Utrecht 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 Utrecht—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 13, 2025

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1. Training between Rhenen and Zeist – Trail run through sand and forests

32.5km

03:50

230m

250m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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4.5

(15)

821

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2. Utrecht Hill Trail - National Park the Utrecht Hill Ridge

32.4km

03:44

200m

220m

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

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4.6

(15)

481

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3. The best of the Kaapse Bossen – trail runs in the province of Utrecht

9.26km

01:07

80m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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4.2

(9)

158

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4. Highlights of Austerlitz – trail runs in the province of Utrecht

23.3km

02:42

120m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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5.0

(3)

190

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5. Extended Heuvelrug Trail - National Park the Utrecht Hill Ridge

30.0km

03:17

60m

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

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5.0

(3)

183

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6. Running on the Heuvelrug - Trailrun in the heart of the Netherlands

32.7km

03:40

130m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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4.1

(7)

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7. Hills, fens and architecture in Den Treek – trail runs in the province of Utrecht

12.6km

01:24

50m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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4.6

(9)

102

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8. Amerongen – hill training in the Netherlands

14.4km

01:42

160m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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4.6

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9. The outdoors of Maarn - A green trail run full of cultural history

12.3km

01:26

100m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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10. Utrechtse Heuvelweg Trail (Rhenen to Veenendaal-West) - National Park the Utrechtse Heuvelrug

16.8km

01:54

120m

130m

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

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The best running trails in Utrecht

1. Training between Rhenen and Zeist – Trail run through sand and forests

2. Utrecht Hill Trail - National Park the Utrecht Hill Ridge

3. The best of the Kaapse Bossen – trail runs in the province of Utrecht

4. Highlights of Austerlitz – trail runs in the province of Utrecht

5. Extended Heuvelrug Trail - National Park the Utrecht Hill Ridge

6. Running on the Heuvelrug - Trailrun in the heart of the Netherlands

7. Hills, fens and architecture in Den Treek – trail runs in the province of Utrecht

8. Amerongen – hill training in the Netherlands

9. The outdoors of Maarn - A green trail run full of cultural history

10. Utrechtse Heuvelweg Trail (Rhenen to Veenendaal-West) - National Park the Utrechtse Heuvelrug

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