The Early Years
2010Established in 2010, the Palma de Mallorca Marathon is now 16 years old. From its first edition in Palma, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in Spain.
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Course & Elevation
The Palma Marathon features a scenic loop course through the Mediterranean island of Mallorca, starting and finishing in the heart of Palma's old town near the stunning Cathedral. Runners traverse coastal promenades, charming villages, and pine-forested stretches with sea views, making for a predominantly flat and fast course ideal for marathon PRs.
Surface: road Profile: Flat
Weather
Temperature 22°C
Humidity 65%
Rain Chance 25%
Pleasant Mediterranean autumn weather with mild temperatures and low rainfall. Morning temperatures around 18°C warming to 26°C by mid-day, with minimal wind.
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The Course Record
2019The fastest time ever recorded at the Palma de Mallorca Marathon is 02:11:34, set by Rachid Kudra in 2019. Every year, new contenders line up hoping to challenge that mark on the streets of Palma.
The Fast Lane
Runners come to the Palma de Mallorca Marathon for one reason: personal bests. The flat, fast course through Palma 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.
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Course Record
02:11:34
Rachid Kudra (2019)
Registration
Registration Opens May
Registration Closes September
Entry Cost €55-€85
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Fun Facts
- ▸ The marathon start and finish near the iconic Cathedral of Palma (La Seu), one of Spain's most magnificent Gothic structures overlooking the Mediterranean.
- ▸ Palma attracts elite international runners due to its flat, fast course and October weather making it ideal for marathon personal bests.
- ▸ The course loops through the scenic Paseo Marítimo and passes through traditional Mallorcan villages where locals cheer runners with refreshments.
- ▸ Since 2010, the Palma Marathon has grown from 400 runners to over 3,200 finishers, becoming one of Spain's most popular autumn marathons.
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