Slave Route Challenge

Course

A road race starting at the Cape Town City Hall and finishing on the Grand Parade, running out through District Six, the Bo-Kaap and past the Castle of Good Hope. Four options share the route: a 21.1 km half marathon, a 10 km run, a 10 km big walk and a 5 km fun run.

Key dates

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  Registration
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  Race day
  May 2027 · date to be announced

About

The Slave Route Challenge follows landmarks from Cape Town's slave history, including District Six, on a route of 5km, 10km and a half marathon through the city. The race honours the memory of those forced along this route centuries ago.

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