Road Running

Bologna Marathon

Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km with up to 179 m D+ in Bologna (Emilia-Romagna, Italy)

LocationBologna, Emilia-Romagna, ItalyShow on map(44.4949° N, 11.3426° E)
Date & StatusMarch 7, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +179 m

Bologna Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, IT focused on Road Running. Key features include City Run, Charity Run, Culture & History, Landmarks & Monuments.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including 42 km Bologna Marathon (42.2 km, +179 m D+), 30 km Dei Portici (30 km, +142 m D+), 21 km Run Tune Up (21.1 km, +97 m D+), 5 km City Run (5 km, +49 m D+), and Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for March 7, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (bolognamarathon.run).

Official website
Bologna Marathon in Bologna (Work: "I cipressi della Val D'Orcia", Photo: Carlo cattaneo fotografie, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"I cipressi della Val D'Orcia" · Photo: Carlo cattaneo fotografie · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

City RunCharity RunCulture & HistoryLandmarks & MonumentsCapitals & Major CitiesUntimed

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
42 km Bologna MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+179 m24 m - 82 mLoop courseRoute & profile
30 km Dei PorticiRoad Running30 km+142 m39 m - 83 mLoop courseRoute & profile
21 km Run Tune UpRoad Running21.1 km+97 m26 m - 76 mLoop courseRoute & profile
5 km City RunRoad Running5 km+49 m53 m - 76 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 5 kmRoad Running5 km+22 m65 m - 74 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+179 m D+
Elevation loss
-179 m D-
Altitude range
24 m - 82 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.8 % / 2.7 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+179 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS44.5008° N, 11.3462° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 24 m to 82 m above sea level (+179 m D+, -179 m D-)

Peak: 82 m·at 12 km·Ø 0.8 %
24 m43 m63 m82 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km82 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Bologna Marathon take place?

Bologna Marathon takes place in Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, IT (start area at coordinates 44.4949° N, 11.3426° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for March 7, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Bologna Marathon?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including 42 km Bologna Marathon (42.2 km, +179 m D+), 30 km Dei Portici (30 km, +142 m D+), 21 km Run Tune Up (21.1 km, +97 m D+), 5 km City Run (5 km, +49 m D+), and Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Bologna Marathon?

The main competition (42 km Bologna Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +179 m of elevation gain and -179 m of elevation loss, ranging between 24 m and 82 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Bologna Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (bolognamarathon.run).