Road RunningWorld Marathon Majors Qualifier

Issyk Kul SCO Marathon

Road Running covering 3 km to 42.2 km in Cholpon-Ata (province de Djalal-Abad, Kyrgyzstan)

LocationCholpon-Ata, Gebiet Dschalal-Abad, KyrgyzstanShow on map(41.9146° N, 72.6034° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Issyk Kul SCO Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Cholpon-Ata, Gebiet Dschalal-Abad, KG focused on Road Running. It is part of World Marathon Majors Qualifier. Key features include City Run, Festive.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and Road Running 3 km (3 km, +14 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 (runthesilkroad.com).

Official website
Issyk Kul SCO Marathon in Cholpon-Ata (Work: "Runners participate in a race in a busy street during a city event with spectators cheering on the sidelines", Photo: Shixart1985, License: CC BY 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Runners participate in a race in a busy street during a city event with spectators cheering on the sidelines" · Photo: Shixart1985 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 2.0
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Event characteristics

City RunFestive

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+190 m191 m - 271 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+95 m194 m - 234 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 10 kmRoad Running10 km+45 m197 m - 216 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 3 kmRoad Running3 km+14 m200 m - 206 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+190 m D+
Elevation loss
-190 m D-
Altitude range
191 m - 271 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+190 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS41.9146° N, 72.6034° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 191 m to 271 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 271 m·at 26.5 km·Ø 0.9 %
191 m218 m244 m271 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km271 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Issyk Kul SCO Marathon take place?

Issyk Kul SCO Marathon takes place in Cholpon-Ata, Gebiet Dschalal-Abad, KG (start area at coordinates 41.9146° N, 72.6034° 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 Issyk Kul SCO Marathon?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and Road Running 3 km (3 km, +14 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Issyk Kul SCO Marathon?

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 191 m and 271 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 Issyk Kul SCO Marathon?

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