The Early Years
2007Established in 2007, the Tunis Marathon is now 19 years old. From its first edition in Tunis, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in Tunisia.
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Course & Elevation
The Tunis Marathon features a predominantly flat course that loops through the heart of Tunisia's capital, taking runners past the medina, Bardo Museum, and along the Lac de Tunis waterfront. The route showcases the blend of ancient and modern architecture that defines this Mediterranean city, with well-supported aid stations throughout.
Surface: road Profile: Flat
Weather
Temperature 24°C
Humidity 65%
Rain Chance 5%
October in Tunis offers ideal autumn running conditions with mild temperatures and low rainfall. Morning temperatures start cool, warming to pleasant levels by mid-race, with minimal wind.
The Race
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The Fast Lane
Runners come to the Tunis Marathon for one reason: personal bests. The flat, fast course through Tunis 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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Registration
Registration Opens July
Registration Closes September
Entry Cost 70-100 TND
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Fun Facts
- ▸ Tunis Marathon passes through the UNESCO-listed medina, one of the Arab world's best-preserved old cities
- ▸ The race takes runners along the shores of Lac de Tunis, an artificial lake created in the 1970s that transformed the city's waterfront
- ▸ October is strategically chosen to coincide with the pleasant autumn climate, avoiding the intense summer heat that can exceed 35°C
- ▸ The race supports local charities and has grown from 800 participants in 2007 to over 4,000 today, making it North Africa's second-fastest-growing marathon
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