The best thing about pounding the pavement and trail running is that it doesn’t cost you a rand. Cape Town’s versatile ocean tarmac and rugged mountain trails are quite the scenic gym for the running enthusiast. All you need is a pair of trainers and you’re all set.
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There’s no shortage of beautiful running routes in the Mother City and beyond, so here are a few routes for to pound the pavement in Cape Town and have an incredible scenic experience:
1. The Sea Point Promenade
The Sea Point Promenade is one hands down the most popular route amongst runners because it’s flat and affords stunning views of the Atlantic Seaboard. From the corner of Granger Bay Road run along Beach Road until you reach Seacliffe Road in Bantry Bay then turn back along the beach road.
Distance: 11km
2. Camps Bay to Hout Bay
From the beachfront in Camps Bay, this route takes in the stunning views of the ocean all the way to Suikerbossie and down into Hout Bay village. You’ll see Camps Bay and Clifton in the distance and Lions Head. During the summer follow the run with a well-earned swim in the sea and breakfast in Camps Bay.
Distance: 22km
3. Rondebosch Common
A popular training route in the Southern Suburbs of Cape Town is the Rondebosch Common and it’s always buzzing with runners and walkers. It’s an ideal spot for 5km time trials which you can start at the corner of Campground and Park Road.
Distance: 2.5km
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