Petra Desert Marathon

Trail Running covering 25 km to 42.2 km with up to 1,172 m D+ in Gaia (Gouvernorat de Ma'an, Jordan)

Location

Gaia, Gouvernement Ma'an, JordanShow on map(30.3216° N, 35.4801° E)

Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA

Elevation gainUp to +1,172 m

Petra Desert Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Gaia, Gouvernement Ma'an, JO focused on Trail Running. Key features include Desert, Culture & History, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +1,172 m D+), and Trail 25 km (25 km, +862 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 (petra-desert-marathon.com).

Official website

Petra Desert Marathon in Gaia (Work: "LSRA Dunes Landscape", Photo: BLMUtah, License: Public Domain, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "LSRA Dunes Landscape" · Photo: **BLMUtah** · Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain
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Event characteristics

Desert Culture & History Nature & Off-Road Mountain Forest

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Marathon	Trail Running	42.2 km	+1,172 m	620 m - 1,112 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Trail 25 km	Trail Running	25 km	+862 m	623 m - 985 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42.2 km

Elevation gain

+1,172 m D+

Elevation loss

-1,172 m D-

Altitude range

620 m - 1,112 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

5.6 % / 10.1 %

Course format

Loop course

42.2 km+1,172 m D+Peak 1,112 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 620 m to 1,112 m above sea level (+1,172 m D+, -1,172 m D-)

Peak: 1,112 m·at 11.6 km·Ø 5.6 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Petra Desert Marathon take place?

Petra Desert Marathon takes place in Gaia, Gouvernement Ma'an, JO (start area at coordinates 30.3216° N, 35.4801° 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 Petra Desert Marathon?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +1,172 m D+), and Trail 25 km (25 km, +862 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Petra Desert Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,172 m of elevation gain and -1,172 m of elevation loss, ranging between 620 m and 1,112 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 Petra Desert Marathon?

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