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Budapest Marathon

Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km with up to 208 m D+ in Budapest, Hungary

LocationBudapest, HungaryShow on map(47.4979° N, 19.0402° E)
Date & StatusOctober 9, 2027 to October 10, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +208 m

Budapest Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Budapest, HU focused on Road Running. It is part of World Marathon Majors Qualifier, Boston Marathon Qualifier. Key features include City Run, Culture & History, Relay, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 9 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +208 m D+), Marathon en duo (42.2 km, +208 m D+), Marathon (Relay of 4) (42.2 km, +208 m D+), Regnum 30 km (30 km, +103 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +105 m D+), and Spar 10+5km (15 km, +68 m D+) (9 competitions in total). The next edition is officially confirmed from October 9, 2027 to October 10, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (marathon.runinbudapest.com).

Official website
Budapest Marathon in Budapest (Work: "Budapest half marathon 2010", Photo: Nammarci, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Budapest half marathon 2010" · Photo: Nammarci · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

City RunCulture & HistoryRelayMulti-DayCapitals & Major CitiesLandmarks & MonumentsFast Record CourseBridges & ViaductsDuoTeam Event

Races & distances (9)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+208 m96 m - 118 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Marathon en duoRoad Running42.2 km+208 m96 m - 118 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Marathon (Relay of 4)Road Running42.2 km+208 m96 m - 118 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Regnum 30 kmRoad Running30 km+103 m96 m - 113 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+105 m108 m - 152 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Spar 10+5kmRoad Running15 km+68 m96 m - 125 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Spar 14kmRoad Running14 km+63 m99 m - 125 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Riska 10 kmRoad Running10 km+45 m102 m - 121 mLoop courseRoute & profile
5 km MinimarathonRoad Running5 km+22 m105 m - 114 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+208 m D+
Elevation loss
-208 m D-
Altitude range
96 m - 118 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
1 % / 5.2 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+208 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS47.4735° N, 19.0637° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 96 m to 118 m above sea level (+208 m D+, -208 m D-)

Peak: 118 m·at 7.4 km·Ø 1 %
96 m103 m111 m118 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km118 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Budapest Marathon take place?

Budapest Marathon takes place in Budapest, HU (start area at coordinates 47.4979° N, 19.0402° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from October 9, 2027 to October 10, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Budapest Marathon?

The race program comprises 9 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +208 m D+), Marathon en duo (42.2 km, +208 m D+), Marathon (Relay of 4) (42.2 km, +208 m D+), Regnum 30 km (30 km, +103 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +105 m D+), and Spar 10+5km (15 km, +68 m D+) (9 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Road Running.

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

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +208 m of elevation gain and -208 m of elevation loss, ranging between 96 m and 118 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 Budapest Marathon?

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