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Jordan Running Adventure Race
Wādī Mūsá, Jordan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
100 km83 km60 km
DesertMulti-Day+3
JORegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Ma'an Governorate: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (4 confirmed dates) and 62 races in Races in Ma'an Governorate with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events124 confirmed dates
Competitions62Races & courses
Distances0.9 - 220 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,522 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Petra Jordan Trail
Ash Shawbak, Jordan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
85 km60 km
Culture & HistoryDesert+4
Photo: BLMUtah · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Pétra Wadi Rum Trail Challenge
Madaba, Jordan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
27 km24 km22 km19 km+5
Culture & HistoryNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Alpsdake · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier
Marathon d’Amman
Amman, Jordan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History+3
Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Wadi Rum Full Moon Désert Marathon
Aqaba, Jordan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
DesertNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: BLMUtah · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Jordan Impact Marathon
Wadi Rum Village, Jordan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: BLMUtah · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Petra Desert Marathon
Gaia, Jordan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
42.2 km25 km
DesertCulture & History+3
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Ultra X Jordan
Wadi Rum Village, Jordan
Date to be announcedDate TBA
220 km
DesertNature & Off-Road+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Jordan Running Adventure Race | Wādī Mūsá, Ma'an, JO | Trail Running | 100 km83 km60 km |
| Date to be announced | Petra Jordan Trail | Ash Shawbak, Ma'an, JO | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 85 km60 km |
| Date to be announced | Pétra Wadi Rum Trail Challenge | Madaba, Madaba, JO | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 27 km24 km22 km19 km |
| Date to be announced | Marathon d’Amman | Amman, Amman, JO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Wadi Rum Full Moon Désert Marathon | Aqaba, Gouvernement Aqaba, JO | Trail Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Jordan Impact Marathon | Wadi Rum Village, Aqaba Governorate, JO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Petra Desert Marathon | Gaia, Gouvernement Ma'an, JO | Trail Running | 42.2 km25 km |
| Date to be announced | Ultra X Jordan | Wadi Rum Village, Aqaba Governorate, JO | Trail Running | 220 km |
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Cross du Courrier de l'Ouest et de la ville d'Angers |  Angers, Pays de la Loire, FR | Road RunningTrail Running | 10.52 km8.58 km6.88 km4.3 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Trail de Plaintel | Plaintel, Brittany, FR | Trail Running | 42 km25 km12 km6.5 km |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Les Boucles Saint-Quentinoise | Saint-Quentin, Hauts-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km5 km2 km950 m |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Olsztyn Independence Run |  Olsztyn, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, PL | Road RunningNordic Walking | 10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Ma'an Governorate (Jordan, Ma'an Governorate) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 62 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Wādī Mūsá, Ash Shawbak, Madaba, and Amman. Notable events in the selection include Jordan Running Adventure Race, Petra Jordan Trail, and Pétra Wadi Rum Trail Challenge.
Race distances span from 0.9 km to 220 km, reaching up to +2,522 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Ma'an Governorate 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 Races in Ma'an Governorate?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 62 individual races in Races in Ma'an Governorate. A total of 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Jordan Running Adventure Race, Petra Jordan Trail, and Pétra Wadi Rum Trail Challenge.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Ma'an Governorate?
Events in Races in Ma'an Governorate focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 0.9 km entry-level races up to 220 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Wādī Mūsá, Ash Shawbak, Madaba, and Amman.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Ma'an Governorate?
The most selective courses in Races in Ma'an Governorate climb up to +2,522 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 Races in Ma'an Governorate?
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.