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DEKA Torremolinos
Málaga, Spain
February 27, 2027 to February 28, 2027Date confirmed
5 km1 km
RelayMulti-Day
ESRunning Territory & Spot
Running Races in the Costa Tropical
11 verified events (3 confirmed dates) and 23 races in Costa Tropical with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events113 confirmed dates
Competitions23Races & courses
Distances1 - 84 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,580 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Malaga Half Marathon (TotalEnergies)
Málaga, Spain
March 7, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+4
Photo: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Malaga Marathon (Generali Maratón Málaga)
Málaga, Spain
November 14, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunCulture & History+4
Photo: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningUTMB Index Races
Héroes contra Duchenne
Almería, Spain
Date to be announcedDate TBA
84 km54.1 km28 km12.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
Photo: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Benalmádena Half Marathon
Benalmádena, Spain
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunSeaside & Coast+2
Photo: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Fuengirola Half Marathon
Fuengirola, Spain
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run
Photo: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Torremolinos Half Marathon
Torremolinos, Spain
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km5 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+1
Photo: Paulo Valdivieso from Lisboa, Portugal · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Almeria Half Marathon
Almería, Spain
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2027 - Feb 28, 2027 | DEKA Torremolinos | Málaga, Andalusia, ES | Obstacle Course Racing | 5 km1 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2027 | Malaga Half Marathon (TotalEnergies) | Málaga, Andalusia, ES | Road Running | 21.1 km |
November 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2027 | Malaga Marathon (Generali Maratón Málaga) | Málaga, Andalusia, ES | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Héroes contra Duchenne | Almería, Andalusia, ES | Trail Running | 84 km54.1 km28 km12.5 km |
| Date to be announced | Benalmádena Half Marathon | Benalmádena, Andalusia, ES | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Fuengirola Half Marathon | Fuengirola, Andalusia, ES | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Torremolinos Half Marathon | Torremolinos, Andalusia, ES | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Almeria Half Marathon | Almería, Andalusia, ES | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Alpina Sierra de Gador | Dalías, Andalusia, ES | Trail Running | 28.2 km21 km |
| Date to be announced | Semi-Marathon Calar Alto Gérgal | Almería, Andalusia, ES | Trail Running | 21 km |
| Date to be announced | Triatlón Villa de Mijas | Mijas, Andalusia, ES | Triathlon | 25.75 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The running territory of Costa Tropical (Europe, Spain) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 11 public events and 23 individual races, including 3 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Obstacle Course Racing. Key host locations include Málaga, Almería, Benalmádena, and Fuengirola. Notable events in the selection include DEKA Torremolinos, Malaga Half Marathon (TotalEnergies), and Malaga Marathon (Generali Maratón Málaga).
Race distances span from 1 km to 84 km, reaching up to +3,580 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Costa Tropical includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Costa Tropical?
RunningCompass currently lists 11 verified events with 23 individual races in Costa Tropical. A total of 3 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include DEKA Torremolinos, Malaga Half Marathon (TotalEnergies), and Malaga Marathon (Generali Maratón Málaga).
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Costa Tropical?
Events in Costa Tropical focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Obstacle Course Racing. Course distances range from 1 km entry-level races up to 84 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Málaga, Almería, Benalmádena, and Fuengirola.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Costa Tropical?
The most selective courses in Costa Tropical climb up to +3,580 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Costa Tropical?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.