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Machu Picchu – Huayna Picchu loop from Machu Picchu Pueblo

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Machu Picchu – Huayna Picchu loop from Machu Picchu Pueblo

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Machu Picchu – Huayna Picchu loop from Machu Picchu Pueblo

01:35

11.7km

570m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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196 m

Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Pueblo)

Highlight • Settlement

Aguas Calientes, also known as Machupicchu Pueblo, is the town located just below the ruins of Machu Picchu. Although it's a tourist destination, it's a really cool place to explore. …

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3.39 km

Stairway to Machu Picchu

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We struggled for a long time, whether we visit the many negative recommendations (mass tourism) Machu Picchu - we did it (as of 04/2018)!
We booked a 2 day tour …

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4.47 km

Machu Picchu

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Machu Picchu is epic. The ruins stand 2,430 meters above sea level amidst a tropical mountain forest in a stunningly beautiful environment. It was probably the most incredible urban creation …

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4.94 km

Stairs of Death (Huayna Picchu)

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

The "ladders of death" are part of the stone stairway built by the Incas that lead to the top of Huayna Picchu.

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5.34 km

Huayna Picchu

Highlight (Segment) • Summit

An absolute highlight. The way up there is very difficult. And you should be free from giddiness. The stairs are very narrow, but always insured with steel cables.

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11.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.41 km

3.31 km

1.65 km

273 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.30 km

2.52 km

1.31 km

1.01 km

498 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,480 m)

Lowest point (2,050 m)

Weather

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Friday 17 July

19°C

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