Explore the Cape Peninsula on foot from Bergvliet to Simon’s Town, via Muizenberg, Kalk Bay, Fish Hoek and Glencairn. This discovery route is inspired by the Peninsula Half Marathon area; built using OpenStreetMap, it does not necessarily follow a race edition. It ends in Simon’s Town outside the naval base. Outside the event, check access, traffic and local conditions before setting off; arrange your return to the start.
Enriched elevation profile. Elevation derived from Copernicus DEM GLO-30
Route reference
Prepare the Cape Peninsula Half Marathon — parcours découverte route
The Cape Peninsula Half Marathon — parcours découverte page brings together published data for this running route.
The route is listed from Bergvliet, Le Cap, Afrique du Sud to Simon’s Town, Afrique du Sud, with 21.2 km and an unpublished ascent on the page.
Listed organiser: Celtic Harriers.
Start / area
Bergvliet, Le Cap, Afrique du Sud
Finish
Simon’s Town, Afrique du Sud
Distance
21.2 km
GPX track and calculated values
Calculated values for this track: 21.2 km of distance calculated from the GPX track · 219 m ascent calculated with Copernicus DEM GLO-30.
Distance follows the GPX geometry; ascent uses elevations derived from Copernicus DEM GLO-30. These calculations remain separate from the organiser's figures.
Available source-page figures match the calculated values at the displayed precision.
Sources reviewed
Official sources: 1 · sources with a recorded review date: 2. Updates from the organiser always take precedence.
Latest recorded check: 6 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Cape Peninsula Half Marathon — parcours découverte GPX available?
Yes. The track and its profile can be viewed here, and the file is available as a free download from this page.
Do these details replace the organiser's instructions?
No. This page makes sources easier to consult and separates published data from GPX calculations. Check the latest official instructions before the start.
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