Break 4 the Border Half Marathon

The inaugural Break 4 the Border on 6 September 2025 is a cross-border race offering runners the rare chance to travel from Northern Ireland into the Republic of Ireland entirely on foot.

The race includes a Half Marathon and 10km distance set against the breathtaking backdrop of the newly completed Greenway between Newry in County Down and Carlingford in County Louth.

The Half Marathon kicks off in the heart of Newry, and after a brief road section, runners join the picturesque Greenway at Albert Basin. From there, the route winds along a peaceful path of tarmac and soft shingle, 90% traffic-free, hugging the shimmering coastline of Carlingford Lough. Runners pass through the village of Omeath before finishing at Carlingford Marina.

The 10K begins at Drummullagh, just a stone’s throw from the border and follows the same scenic route along the Greenway, offering stunning vistas and the same warm welcome at the finish line.