Capital City42
Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km with up to 113 m D+ in Pietermaritzburg (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)
Capital City42 is an endurance sporting event in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA focused on Road Running. It is part of World Marathon Majors Qualifier. Key features include City Run, Charity Run, Castles.
The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +113 m D+), Half marathon (21.1 km, +55 m D+), 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and 5 km (5 km, +22 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 (capitalcity42.co.za).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (4)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marathon | Road Running | 42.2 km | +113 m | 114 m - 161 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Half marathon | Road Running | 21.1 km | +55 m | 117 m - 140 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 10 km | Road Running | 10 km | +45 m | 120 m - 139 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| 5 km | Road Running | 5 km | +22 m | 123 m - 132 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 114 m to 161 m above sea level (+113 m D+, -113 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 117 m to 140 m above sea level (+55 m D+, -55 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 120 m to 139 m above sea level (+45 m D+, -45 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 123 m to 132 m above sea level (+22 m D+, -22 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Capital City42 take place?
Capital City42 takes place in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA (start area at coordinates 29.6006° S, 30.3794° 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 Capital City42?
The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +113 m D+), Half marathon (21.1 km, +55 m D+), 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Capital City42?
The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +113 m of elevation gain and -113 m of elevation loss, ranging between 114 m and 161 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 Capital City42?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (capitalcity42.co.za).