The Early Years
2009Established in 2009, the Abu Dhabi Marathon is now 17 years old. From its first edition in Abu Dhabi, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in United Arab Emirates.
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Strecke & Höhenprofil
The Abu Dhabi Marathon features a fast, flat course that starts and finishes at the Corniche area. The route takes runners along Abu Dhabi's waterfront, through planned neighborhoods, and past iconic landmarks including the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. With minimal elevation change and smooth asphalt roads, it's ideal for personal best attempts.
Untergrund: road Profil: Flach
Wetter
Temperatur 23°C
Luftfeuchtigkeit 55%
Regenwahrscheinlichkeit 5%
December is ideal running season in Abu Dhabi with mild temperatures and low humidity. Clear skies predominate with minimal rainfall, making for comfortable racing conditions.
The Race
Abu Dhabi
Geschichte & Legenden
The Fast Lane
Runners come to the Abu Dhabi Marathon for one reason: personal bests. The flat, fast course through Abu Dhabi has a reputation as a PB factory, with the roads seemingly designed to keep your pace honest and your splits consistent from start to finish.
Where It Begins
For thousands of runners each year, the Abu Dhabi Marathon is their first marathon. The combination of a forgiving course, generous time limits, and supportive crowds has earned this race a reputation as the place where marathon journeys begin. The first-timer energy on race morning is palpable.
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Fun Facts
- ▸ The Abu Dhabi Marathon passes by the iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the world's largest and most ornate mosques.
- ▸ December racing in Abu Dhabi is part of the Middle East winter race season, attracting elite African distance runners and international competitors.
- ▸ The marathon is IAAF certified and serves as a qualifying race for international marathon championships.
- ▸ Female participation has grown significantly, with dedicated women's pacing groups and community support throughout the course.
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