Knysna Forest Marathon

Road Running covering 21.1 km to 42.2 km in Knysna (Cap-Occidental, South Africa)

Location

Knysna, Cap-Occidental, South AfricaShow on map(34.0351° S, 23.0465° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Knysna Forest Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Knysna, Cap-Occidental, ZA focused on Road Running. Key features include Seaside & Coast, Forest, Nature & Off-Road, City Run.

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 (knysnaforestmarathon.co.za).

Official website

Knysna Forest Marathon in Knysna (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 & Coast Forest Nature & Off-Road City Run

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Marathon	Road Running	42.2 km	+190 m	8 m - 88 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Half Marathon	Road Running	21.1 km	+95 m	11 m - 51 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

8 m - 88 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.9 % / 1.6 %

Course format

Loop course

42.2 km+190 m D+Peak 88 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 88 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 88 m·at 13.1 km·Ø 0.9 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Knysna Forest Marathon take place?

Knysna Forest Marathon takes place in Knysna, Cap-Occidental, ZA (start area at coordinates 34.0351° S, 23.0465° 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 Knysna Forest 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 Knysna Forest 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 8 m and 88 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 Knysna Forest Marathon?

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