Course & Elevation

The Valencia Marathon features a fast, predominantly flat course that loops through the city's historic center and along the stunning Turia Gardens, a verdant linear park built on a former riverbed. Runners experience the iconic architecture of the City of Arts and Sciences, coastal views, and charming neighborhoods before finishing near the marina. The course is certified and designed for fast times.

Surface: road Profile: Flat

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 15°C

Humidity 65%

Rain Chance 35%

Cool, pleasant early winter conditions with mild temperatures and low humidity. Occasional rain possible but generally favorable for marathon running with a refreshing coastal breeze.

🏆 Course Record

02:04:27

Geoffrey Kipkemboi (2013)

Registration

Registration Opens June

Registration Closes October

Entry Cost €70-€100

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ Valencia Marathon is one of Europe's oldest marathons, first held in 1981, and has grown to attract over 10,000 international participants annually.
▸ The iconic City of Arts and Sciences, designed by architect Santiago Calatrava, serves as a stunning backdrop for much of the race course.
▸ The Turia Gardens, a 9-km linear park built on a former riverbed, form the scenic spine of the marathon course through the city center.
▸ Geoffrey Kipkemboi's 2:04:27 course record (2013) remains one of the fastest marathon times in Spain.

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