Road RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier

Cape Peninsula Marathon

Road Running covering 21.1 km to 42.2 km in Cape Town (Western Cape, South Africa)

LocationCape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaShow on map(33.9258° S, 18.4232° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Cape Peninsula Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA focused on Road Running. It is part of World Marathon Majors Qualifier. Key features include Seaside & Coast, City Run, Point-to-Point, Island.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), and Half marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (celticharriers.co.za).

Official website
Cape Peninsula Marathon in Kapstadt (Work: "Toubkal mountain peak (Unsplash)", Photo: Dan Gold danielcgold, License: CC0 1.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Toubkal mountain peak (Unsplash)" · Photo: Dan Gold danielcgold · Wikimedia CommonsCC0 1.0
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Event characteristics

Seaside & CoastCity RunPoint-to-PointIsland

Races & distances (2)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+190 m8 m - 132 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Half marathonRoad Running21.1 km+95 m11 m - 73 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+190 m D+
Elevation loss
-162 m D-
Altitude range
8 m - 132 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.8 % / 1.4 %
Course format
Point-to-point course
42.2 km+190 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS33.9258° S, 18.4232° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 132 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -162 m D-)

Peak: 132 m·at 15 km·Ø 0.8 %
8 m49 m91 m132 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km132 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Cape Peninsula Marathon take place?

Cape Peninsula Marathon takes place in Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA (start area at coordinates 33.9258° S, 18.4232° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Cape Peninsula Marathon?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), and Half marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Cape Peninsula Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a point-to-point course featuring +190 m of elevation gain and -162 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 132 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

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

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