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West Highland Way Marathon

Marathon distance through Glencoe and the Highlands. The West Highland Way at its most spectacular.

1 Days
42km Distance
Challenging
10–200 Group Size
5.0 Google Rating

Trip Overview

A stunning marathon along Scotland's most famous long-distance trail through the Highlands. The West Highland Way runs 96 miles from Milngavie to Fort William, and our marathon section captures the most spectacular portion — through Glencoe and the dramatic mountain scenery of the central Highlands. Walking a marathon on the West Highland Way is a genuinely special experience. The scenery is jaw-dropping: towering munros, mirror-still lochs, and the haunting landscape of Glencoe. This is Scotland at its most dramatic and atmospheric.

Who is this for?

Challenging

A challenging marathon-distance walk in mountain terrain. The Highland scenery is the reward but the terrain is rougher than lowland marathons. Good fitness and hill experience required.

Easy — No experience needed
Moderate — Some fitness required
Challenging — Good fitness essential
Extreme — Very high fitness required

Itinerary

All timings are approximate and subject to conditions.

Breakfast; Transfer to Glencoe Mountain Resort; Trek commences; Trek complete; Celebration meal; Overnight accommodation in Fort William

What's Included

Included

  • Accommodation (hostel or hotel) - bed and breakfast
  • Pre-Event Planning & Communications
  • Bespoke Challenge Portal
  • Return transfers from accommodation to trek location
  • Experienced Mountain Leader
  • Packed Lunches
  • First-aid trained staff and supplies
  • Ride Snacks
  • Access to training plans, kit lists, nutritional guides and more
  • Registration management and support

Common Questions

No — our marathon covers the most dramatic section. The full WHW is 96 miles.
June-August can be bad for midges. Carry repellent.
Rocky Highland paths, some boggy sections, and forest tracks. Proper boots essential.
Incredibly — it's one of the most photogenic places in Britain.
Train to Glasgow then transfer, or drive to the start point.
What Trekkers Say

West Highland Way Marathon — Participant Stories

★★★★★

"Just on the train home from Bordeaux after the most incredible ride experience from Paris to Bordeaux. Wayne and Mike deserve a huge amount of credit, they've been fantastic."

Harriett Busby

Google Review

★★★★★

"This was my first time cycling with Adventure Cafe; first time riding from London to Paris and my first time riding this sort of distance over 3 days. Lots of preparation had gone into this from AC prior to departing London."

Melv

Google Review · West Highland Way Marathon