Legs on Tour

🇱🇰 sri lanka

LION’S ROCK LOOP

This 5km loop circles Lion’s Rock in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, following the road that runs around the base of the famous rock fortress. The route stays relatively flat and offers views of the surrounding jungle landscape and the towering rock formation throughout the run.

The route follows village and park roads with no pavements, but it forms a clear loop around the rock and is easy to follow once you’re on it. Early mornings are the best time to run here to avoid the heat and when wildlife is most active.

Route safety info:

  • No pavements or footpaths, so you’ll be running on the road
  • Wildlife is common in this area, including stray dogs and wild elephants
  • Local communities have placed warning signs around the park about elephants to help protect both people and the animals
  • Elephants tend to be most active early morning and at night, so running after sunrise is recommended

Tap the route below to access the interactive route.

Download the GPX file and upload it to your Garmin or Coros app: Garmin/Coros GPX file

NINE ARCH BRIDGE OUT AND BACK

This (just over) 4km out and back run takes you from the centre of Ella to one of the country’s most famous railway viewpoints at Nine Arches Bridge.

The bridge is part of the scenic hill-country railway line that runs between Kandy and Badulla, and the area is well known for the blue trains that cross the bridge through the valley. The run is straightforward to follow and can easily be extended by continuing along the railway track or climbing further into the surrounding hills.

Route safety info:

  • Parts of the route involve running near or along the railway track, Always move well clear of the tracks if a train is approaching
  • The terrain includes uneven surfaces and some hills
  • Take water with you, it’s hilly and still gets hot in Ella
  • Some of the terrain is uneven, go careful when running along the trail paths

Tap the route below to access the interactive route.

Download the GPX file and upload it to your Garmin or Coros app: Garmin/Coros GPX file