42.195 km
Distance
650 m
Elevation Gain
5:45:00
Average Finish Time
280
Total Finishers
2012
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Course & Elevation
A stunning desert trail marathon through the UNESCO World Heritage site of Wadi Rum, featuring iconic sandstone formations, red sand dunes, and ancient Nabataean routes. The course winds through dramatic canyons and across open desert plateau, offering unparalleled views of Jordan's most spectacular landscape. Runners experience the raw beauty of the desert with varying terrain from packed sand to rocky single-track.
🌤️ Weather
Warm desert climate with cool mornings and hot afternoons. Minimal rainfall and low humidity create ideal running conditions. Clear skies and excellent visibility throughout the race.
🏆 Course Record
03:18:45
Simon Doyle (2022)
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🎯 Fun Facts
- ▸ The race course follows ancient Nabataean trade routes that connected the Arabian Peninsula to the Mediterranean Sea over 2,000 years ago.
- ▸ Wadi Rum's otherworldly landscape has served as a filming location for multiple Hollywood productions including 'The Martian' and 'Dune'.
- ▸ Runners ascend and descend more than 1,300 meters of elevation change while navigating between towering sandstone cliffs reaching up to 1,750 meters above sea level.
- ▸ The race includes aid stations staffed by local Bedouin guides who provide cultural insights and ensure runner safety throughout the remote desert terrain.
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