The Early Years
2012Established in 2012, the Dead Sea Marathon is now 14 years old. From its first edition in Ein Bokek, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in Israel.
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Parcours et dénivelé
The world's lowest marathon, starting and finishing at Ein Bokek on the shores of the Dead Sea at 430 meters below sea level. The course ascends to the Judean Hills before descending back to the salt-rich waters, offering unique geological formations and panoramic desert vistas throughout.
Surface: road Profil: Ondulé
Météo
Température 18°C
Humidité 45%
Risque de pluie 15%
Cool desert mornings with mild temperatures, low humidity, and clear skies. February offers some of Israel's most pleasant running conditions, with minimal rainfall risk.
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The Race
Ein Bokek
Histoires & Légendes
The Course Record
2019The fastest time ever recorded at the Dead Sea Marathon is 02:14:31, set by Yigal Sher in 2019. Every year, new contenders line up hoping to challenge that mark on the streets of Ein Bokek.
Running on Empty
The Dead Sea Marathon takes place in one of the most extreme environments in endurance sport. The desert landscape strips away everything except the essentials: one foot in front of the other, hydration discipline, and the stubborn refusal to stop. It's not just a race — it's a reckoning.
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Record du parcours
02:14:31
Yigal Sher (2019)
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Anecdotes
- ▸ The Dead Sea Marathon is the world's lowest marathon, with portions of the course 430 meters below sea level, making it unique among global marathons.
- ▸ Athletes gain approximately 650 meters of elevation en route to the Judean Hills before descending back to the salt-laden Dead Sea shores.
- ▸ The Dead Sea's high salt content and mineral-rich air create a naturally pressurized environment that some claim aids oxygen absorption during the race.
- ▸ Ein Bokek, the race's location, is a natural spa resort known for its therapeutic mineral-rich mud and waters used since biblical times.
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