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Every runner has his or her preferred local spot for a leisurely trail run or serious marathon training. However, chances are you rarely get to run in a locale that is considered one of the most beautiful settings for running in the world.

There are plenty of options to choose from, many of them hosting annual marathons, ultramarathons, and/or other races for those interested in hoofing it through the most gorgeous scenery the planet has to offer. How can you decide which of these global marathons to try?