Marrakech Marathon

Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km with up to 147 m D+ in Marrakesh (Marrakech-Safi, Morocco)

LocationMarrakesh, Marrakech-Safi, MoroccoShow on map(31.6295° N, 7.9811° W)
Date & StatusJanuary 31, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +147 m

Marrakech Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Marrakesh, Marrakech-Safi, MA focused on Road Running. It is part of Boston Marathon Qualifier, World Athletics Label. Key features include City Run, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marrakech International Marathon (42.2 km, +147 m D+), Marrakech International Half Marathon (21.1 km, +70 m D+), and COURSE POUR TOUS (5 km, +22 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for January 31, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (marathon-marrakech.com).

Marrakech Marathon in Marrakesch (Work: "Toubkal mountain peak (Unsplash)", Photo: Dan Gold danielcgold, License: CC0 1.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
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Event characteristics

Races & distances (3)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Marrakech International MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+147 m664 m - 726 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Marrakech International Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+70 m667 m - 696 mLoop courseRoute & profile
COURSE POUR TOUSRoad Running5 km+22 m670 m - 679 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+147 m D+
Elevation loss
-147 m D-
Altitude range
664 m - 726 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.7 % / 1.3 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+147 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS31.6295° N, 7.9811° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 664 m to 726 m above sea level (+147 m D+, -147 m D-)

Peak: 726 m·at 30 km·Ø 0.7 %
664 m685 m705 m726 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km726 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Marrakech Marathon take place?

Marrakech Marathon takes place in Marrakesh, Marrakech-Safi, MA (start area at coordinates 31.6295° N, 7.9811° W). The next edition is officially confirmed for January 31, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Marrakech Marathon?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marrakech International Marathon (42.2 km, +147 m D+), Marrakech International Half Marathon (21.1 km, +70 m D+), and COURSE POUR TOUS (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Marrakech Marathon?

The main competition (Marrakech International Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +147 m of elevation gain and -147 m of elevation loss, ranging between 664 m and 726 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 Marrakech Marathon?

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