By any standards this is a beautiful run. Tough in parts, it is a dream race on the most scenic drive in Cape Town, if not South Africa. From the start in Clifton the coastal road takes you through Camps Bay, Bakoven and past Llandudno. There is a tough climb up Little Lion’s Head but once over this, the turning point at Hout Bay Harbour comes into view below.
The race earns its name as you loop around the engaging fishing village of Hout Bay. The run back will test any runner over the business end of Suikerbossie, that most infamous two kilometre hill on the Cape Tour. It is steep, but this is Cape Town - walk, enjoy! From the top there are sweeping views of Llandudno, the Twelve Apostles and the Atlantic Ocean beyond. From here the run to the finish is relatively easy and most enjoyable.
FACILITES
The showers and tidal pool at Maiden's Cove are available after the race as well as the bar and restaurant at La Med.