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Kigali Peace Marathon

Road Running covering 10 km to 42.2 km in Kigali (Kigali Province, Rwanda)

LocationKigali, Kigali Province, RwandaShow on map(1.9441° S, 30.0619° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Kigali Peace Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Kigali, Kigali Province, RW focused on Road Running. It is part of Boston Marathon Qualifier, World Athletics Label. Key features include City Run, Point-to-Point.

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 km (10 km, +45 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 (kigalimarathon.org).

Official website
Kigali Peace Marathon in Kigali (Work: "Toubkal Orange", Photo: Anass ERRIHANI, License: CC BY-SA 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Toubkal Orange" · Photo: Anass ERRIHANI · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 3.0
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Event characteristics

City RunPoint-to-Point

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+190 m220 m - 344 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+95 m223 m - 285 mPoint-to-point courseRoute & profile
Road Running 10 kmRoad Running10 km+45 m226 m - 255 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
220 m - 344 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.8 % / 1.4 %
Course format
Point-to-point course
42.2 km+190 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS1.9441° S, 30.0619° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 220 m to 344 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -162 m D-)

Peak: 344 m·at 20.2 km·Ø 0.8 %
220 m261 m303 m344 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km344 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Kigali Peace Marathon take place?

Kigali Peace Marathon takes place in Kigali, Kigali Province, RW (start area at coordinates 1.9441° S, 30.0619° 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 Kigali Peace Marathon?

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 km (10 km, +45 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Kigali Peace 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 220 m and 344 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 Kigali Peace Marathon?

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