Course & Elevation
The Rio Marathon showcases the city's iconic coastal beauty, starting in Botafogo and weaving through neighborhoods including Leblon, Ipanema, and Copacabana. Runners experience a mix of beachfront promenades, mountain vistas of Sugarloaf and Christ the Redeemer, and urban streets with moderate rolling hills. The course returns to the stunning Botafogo waterfront for a scenic finish.
Course Facts
📈 Elevation Profile
📊〰️
Interactive elevation chart coming soon
280m total gain • Rolling profile
🗺️ Course Map
🗺️
Interactive course map coming soon
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil • 42.195km road
🌤️ Weather on Race Day
🌡️
24°C
Temperature
💧
75%
Humidity
🌧️
35%
Rain Chance
📝
Early winter in Rio brings pleasant temperatures with moderate humidity and occasional rain. Coastal breezes help manage heat, though sun exposure can be intense with limited shade on beachfront sections.
Get Your Training Plan
Free, personalized for this race
Get race tips & guides in your inbox
Race tips, training guides, and the latest from 500+ races worldwide.