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In the Press: Financial Times Globetrotter
Published in the Financial Times is our guide to four long-distance runs in Hong Kong. The runs vary in elevation gain. Start along Tolo Harbour for one of Hong Kong’s only long flat routes. Move on to an interesting loop around the western part of Hong Kong Island. Run a couple of stages of the…
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Run of the Week: High Junk Peak
One of the most beautiful runs in Hong Kong! With over 750 meters of elevation gain, this challenging 18k trail run rewards you with spectacular views over country parks, sparkling sea and glimpses of Hong Kong’s towers in the distance.
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Run of the Week: Hong Kong Trail 1 to 4
Beautiful views over the city, shaded pathes through country parks and moderate elevation gain make the first half of the Hong Kong trail perfect for those getting into trail running or those looking for a relatively easy 25k trail run.
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Run of the Week: Bowen Road and The Peak
Bowen Road & The Peak 12k Loop Stunning views over Hong Kong’s skyscrapers and harbours, this loop takes in two of the most iconic spots to run in the city. With some flat sections where you can find your stride and some tough hills to challenge you, this city centre route has it all. Run…
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Run of the Week: Plover Cove
Plover Cove 22k Loop Choose a clear day, and this spectacular Plover Cove run over varied terrain in the northern New Territories will reward you with terrific views and changing scenery. We start this 22k loop at the entrance to the Bride’s Pool Nature Trail. After crossing the pool, we continued along past Kau Kam…
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Run of the Week: Kowloon Waterfront Run
Kowloon Waterfront From picture-perfect museum backdrops to views across lively Victoria Harbour to the bustle of Hung Hom there is a lot to explore in this flat, out-and-back Kowloon Waterfront Run. This route starts and ends at the TST Clock Tower. Set out along the picturesque Tsim Sha Tsui promenade. At the end of the…
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Run of the Week: Sai Kung to Trio Beach
Sai Kung to Trio Beach A beautiful 7.5 km out and back route from the center of bustling Sai Kung to the white sand of Trio Beach. This route starts and ends on the Sai Kung waterfront. Leaving town, you’ll run up and through the small village of Tui Min Hoi before joining the country…
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Run of the Week: MacLehose trail 1 & 2 in Sai Kung
MacLehose Trail Sections 1 & 2 This stunning running route in Sai Kung’s country park lifted my mood. Around High Island reservoir, across the beaches of Long Ke and Tai Long and over the green hills of the country park. The route starts from Pak Tam Chung and follows a beautiful, very lightly lightly trafficked…
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Jaw-Dropping Runs Off Hong Kong’s Beaten Track
Beyond the high-rise buildings and bustle of central Hong Kong, runners are rewarded with magnificent country parks, green hills, white sand beaches and most of all space to breathe. Some of the best routes offer far-reaching views from mountaintops or harbour fronts. The rewards from these spectacular running routes more than compensate for the time…
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The Most Spectacular Running Routes in Hong Kong
Breathtaking Running Routes in Hong Kong Hong Kong offers runners a wonderful mix of possibilities from bright lights and harbour views to hilly forested trails. Of course the best routes in the city depend on what you’re looking for, but here’s our list of top running routes in Hong Kong. Let us know what you…
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