Catania Marathon (Naturosa)

Road Running covering 10.5 km to 42.2 km in Catania (Sicily, Italy)

Location

Catania, Sicily, ItalyShow on map(37.4922° N, 15.0704° E)

Date & StatusDecember 13, 2026Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Catania Marathon (Naturosa) is an endurance sporting event in Catania, Sicily, IT focused on Road Running. Key features include City Run, Nature & Off-Road.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), and Road Running 10.5 km (10.5 km, +47 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for December 13, 2026. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (maratonadicatania.it).

Official website

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Event characteristics

City Run Nature & Off-Road

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Marathon	Road Running	42.2 km	+190 m	194 m - 274 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Half Marathon	Road Running	21.1 km	+95 m	197 m - 237 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Road Running 10.5 km	Road Running	10.5 km	+47 m	200 m - 220 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42.2 km

Elevation gain

+190 m D+

Elevation loss

-190 m D-

Altitude range

194 m - 274 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.9 % / 1.6 %

Course format

Loop course

42.2 km+190 m D+Peak 274 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 194 m to 274 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 274 m·at 19.7 km·Ø 0.9 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Catania Marathon (Naturosa) take place?

Catania Marathon (Naturosa) takes place in Catania, Sicily, IT (start area at coordinates 37.4922° N, 15.0704° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for December 13, 2026.

What races and distances are offered at Catania Marathon (Naturosa)?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), and Road Running 10.5 km (10.5 km, +47 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Catania Marathon (Naturosa)?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +190 m of elevation gain and -190 m of elevation loss, ranging between 194 m and 274 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 Catania Marathon (Naturosa)?

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