Course & Elevation

The Tenerife Marathon starts and finishes in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, following a scenic loop course along the Atlantic coastline and through urban neighborhoods. The route combines coastal promenades with city streets, offering views of the Anaga mountains and ocean vistas. Runners experience moderate rolling terrain with two primary climbs distributed throughout the race.

Surface: road Profile: Rolling

Weather

Temperature 18°C

Humidity 65%

Rain Chance 15%

Mild, temperate conditions typical of Canary Islands winter. Clear skies with occasional clouds and gentle Atlantic breezes make January an ideal racing month with low risk of extreme heat or precipitation.

Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Race Lore

Born in the Running Boom

1997 Origin

The Tenerife Marathon was founded in 1997, during the golden age of mass-participation running. Now 29 years old, it has established itself as a beloved fixture in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, growing from its early editions into a race with genuine character and loyal following.

The Course Record

2012 Record

The fastest time ever recorded at the Tenerife Marathon is 02:10:42, set by Juan Luis Barrio in 2012. Every year, new contenders line up hoping to challenge that mark on the streets of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Running Through a Postcard

Course

The Tenerife Marathon route is one of those courses where runners forget their pace and reach for their phones. The scenery through Santa Cruz de Tenerife and its surroundings has earned this race a reputation as one of the most photogenic in Europe.

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Course Record

02:10:42

Juan Luis Barrio (2012)

Registration

Registration Opens July

Registration Closes December

Entry Cost €65-€95

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Fun Facts

▸ Established in 1997, the Tenerife Marathon is one of Spain's oldest continuously running marathons and has grown from local roots to an international event.
▸ The race begins and ends at the iconic Auditorio de Tenerife, one of the most recognizable pieces of architecture in the Canary Islands.
▸ January racing at sea level with mild 18°C temperatures makes Tenerife Marathon ideal for building base fitness without heat stress.
▸ The course loops around Santa Cruz offering constant views of the Atlantic Ocean and the dramatic Anaga mountain range to the northeast.

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