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Marathon Be the Best de Cotonou

Road Running and Walking & Hiking covering 5 km to 42.2 km in Cotonou (Littoral Department, Benin)

LocationCotonou, Littoral, BeninShow on map(6.3654° N, 2.4183° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Marathon Be the Best de Cotonou is an endurance sporting event in Cotonou, Littoral, BJ focused on Road Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include City Run, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), Walking 21 km (21 km, +94 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), Walking 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+) (7 competitions in total). 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 (marathon.ongbethebest.org).

Official website
Marathon Be the Best de Cotonou in Cotonou (Work: "Runner gives thumbs up during race in a crowded street at an evening event with spectators gathered around", Photo: Shixart1985, License: CC BY 2.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Runner gives thumbs up during race in a crowded street at an evening event with spectators gathered around" · Photo: Shixart1985 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 2.0
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Event characteristics

City RunKids & Youth Races

Races & distances (7)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+190 m223 m - 303 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+95 m226 m - 266 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 21 kmWalking & Hiking21 km+94 m229 m - 268 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 10 kmRoad Running10 km+45 m232 m - 251 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 10 kmWalking & Hiking10 km+45 m235 m - 254 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 5 kmRoad Running5 km+22 m223 m - 232 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 5 kmWalking & Hiking5 km+22 m226 m - 235 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
223 m - 303 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+190 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS6.3654° N, 2.4183° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 223 m to 303 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 303 m·at 10.6 km·Ø 0.9 %
223 m250 m276 m303 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km303 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Marathon Be the Best de Cotonou take place?

Marathon Be the Best de Cotonou takes place in Cotonou, Littoral, BJ (start area at coordinates 6.3654° N, 2.4183° 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 Marathon Be the Best de Cotonou?

The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), Walking 21 km (21 km, +94 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), Walking 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Road Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Marathon Be the Best de Cotonou?

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 223 m and 303 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 Marathon Be the Best de Cotonou?

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