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Riga Marathon

Road Running covering 1.6 km to 42.2 km in Riga, Latvia

Date & StatusMay 15, 2027 to May 16, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +108 m

Riga Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Riga, LV focused on Road Running. It is part of Boston Marathon Qualifier, World Athletics Label. Key features include Castles, City Run, Eco-Friendly, Culture & History.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +108 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +87 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +64 m D+), Road Running 5 km (5 km, +36 m D+), and DPD Mile (1.61 km, +12 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from May 15, 2027 to May 16, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (rimirigamarathon.com).

Official website
Riga Marathon in Riga (Work: "Château de Chenonceau - communs (12)", Photo: Fab5669, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Château de Chenonceau - communs (12)" · Photo: Fab5669 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

CastlesCity RunEco-FriendlyCulture & HistoryKids & Youth RacesMulti-DayBridges & ViaductsCapitals & Major CitiesLandmarks & MonumentsFast Record Course

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+108 m1 m - 20 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+87 m1 m - 19 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 10 kmRoad Running10 km+64 m1 m - 25 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 5 kmRoad Running5 km+36 m1 m - 13 mLoop courseRoute & profile
DPD MileRoad Running1.61 km+12 m8 m - 20 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+108 m D+
Elevation loss
-108 m D-
Altitude range
1 m - 20 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.5 % / 2 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+108 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS56.9465° N, 24.1051° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1 m to 20 m above sea level (+108 m D+, -108 m D-)

Peak: 20 m·at 10 km·Ø 0.5 %
1 m7 m14 m20 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km20 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Riga Marathon take place?

Riga Marathon takes place in Riga, LV (start area at coordinates 56.9496° N, 24.1052° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from May 15, 2027 to May 16, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Riga Marathon?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +108 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +87 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +64 m D+), Road Running 5 km (5 km, +36 m D+), and DPD Mile (1.61 km, +12 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

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

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +108 m of elevation gain and -108 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1 m and 20 m above sea level. An interactive course map with a verified 3D GPS track, kilometer markers, and GPX download is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Riga Marathon?

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