Marathon

Bloemfontein Marathon

Bloemfontein, South Africa October 42.195 km
Scenic Community Historic Beginner Friendly World Major

Course & Elevation

The Bloemfontein Marathon traverses the scenic highlands of Free State province with a predominantly rolling course through the city and surrounding areas. The route passes through historic neighborhoods and offers views of the high veld landscape at approximately 1,300m elevation. Well-supported with aid stations throughout the certified course.

Course Facts

Distance 42.195 km
Elevation Gain 340 m
Surface road
Profile Rolling

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340m total gain • Rolling profile

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Bloemfontein, South Africa • 42.195km road

🌤️ Weather on Race Day

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22°C

Temperature

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45%

Humidity

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15%

Rain Chance

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October brings pleasant spring weather with warm daytime temperatures and cool mornings. Low humidity and minimal rain make it ideal running conditions in the Southern Hemisphere.

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