250 km
Distance
4,500 m
Elevation Gain
50:00:00
Average Finish Time
850
Total Finishers
1986
Established
Mountainous
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Course & Elevation
The world's toughest ultramarathon spans 250km across the Sahara Desert in Morocco over 6 days. Runners face extreme heat, sand dunes, rocky terrain, and self-sufficiency requirements. The course traverses the dramatic landscape between the Anti-Atlas and Sahara regions with daily stages ranging from 40-80km.
🌤️ Weather
Intense desert heat during the day with cold nights. Minimal rainfall but occasional sandstorms. Sun exposure is extreme with minimal shade on the course.
🏆 Course Record
16:33:29
Mohamad Ahansal (2011)
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🎯 Fun Facts
- ▸ Officially recognized as the 'Toughest Footrace on Earth' by many ultrarunning organizations
- ▸ Runners must carry all their own food, water, and equipment in a backpack for survival in the Sahara
- ▸ The race began in 1986 with just 53 participants and has grown to over 1,000 international competitors
- ▸ Only about 80-90% of starters finish due to extreme conditions including navigation challenges and physical demands
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