42.195 km
Distance
520 m
Elevation Gain
4:32:00
Average Finish Time
1,200
Total Finishers
1981
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Course & Elevation
The Costa Rica Marathon starts in the mountain town of San Isidro de El General and descends through Costa Rica's stunning Central Valley, offering breathtaking views of volcanic peaks, coffee plantations, and lush tropical landscapes. The course winds through small mountain communities and valleys, finishing in San José with a gradual downhill trend that favors fast times in the final kilometers.
🌤️ Weather
December offers excellent running conditions with cool mountain air in the morning, warming into comfortable mid-20s by afternoon. Low humidity and minimal rainfall make it one of Costa Rica's best months for marathoning.
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🎯 Fun Facts
- ▸ Costa Rica Marathon is one of Central America's oldest and most prestigious marathons, first established in 1981.
- ▸ The race descends from the mountainous Pérez Zeledón region through cloud forests and coffee plantations to San José, offering runners a downhill advantage in the final half.
- ▸ The December timing coincides with Costa Rica's dry season and cooler mountain weather, making it one of the most runner-friendly marathons in Central America.
- ▸ The course showcases the biodiversity of the Central Valley, where runners may spot sloths, howler monkeys, and tropical birds along the route.
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