Paarlberg Trail Run

The Paarlberg Trail Run forms part of the exciting Paarlberg Running Festival alongside the iconic Paarlberg Half Marathon and the scenic Paarlberg Hike. All three events will take place in association with the Paarl Adventure Festival creating an action-packed weekend celebrating the very best of outdoor adventure in the heart of Paarl. The trail run and hike will take place at the iconic Spice Route just outside Paarl while the Half Marathon will take place in the beautiful town of Paarl. "The historic farm itself dates back to 1693 and was originally named Leeuwenjagt, meaning hunting lions. The heritage of Spice Route Destination goes back to the historical mariners who used to trade Eastern spices to Europe along the Spice Route for the spice trade in the 15th century.Spice Route, as it is known today, was initiated in 1997 by the current owners."