Road RunningBoston Marathon Qualifier

Sahara Marathon

Road Running covering 5 km to 42.2 km in Tindouf (Tindouf Province, Algeria)

LocationTinduf, Tindouf, AlgeriaShow on map(27.6711° N, 8.1474° W)
Date & StatusMarch 16, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +380 m

Sahara Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Tinduf, Tindouf, DZ focused on Road Running. It is part of Boston Marathon Qualifier. Key features include Desert, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +380 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for March 16, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (saharamarathon.org).

Official website
Sahara Marathon in Tinduf (Work: "LSRA Dunes Landscape", Photo: BLMUtah, License: Public Domain, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"LSRA Dunes Landscape" · Photo: BLMUtah · Wikimedia CommonsPublic Domain
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP

Event characteristics

DesertNature & Off-RoadMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+190 m1,150 m - 1,230 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+380 m1,153 m - 1,313 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 10 kmRoad Running10 km+45 m1,156 m - 1,175 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 5 kmRoad Running5 km+22 m1,159 m - 1,168 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
1,150 m - 1,230 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+190 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS27.6711° N, 8.1474° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 1,230 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 1,230 m·at 18.6 km·Ø 0.9 %
1,150 m1,177 m1,203 m1,230 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km1,230 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Sahara Marathon take place?

Sahara Marathon takes place in Tinduf, Tindouf, DZ (start area at coordinates 27.6711° N, 8.1474° W). The next edition is officially confirmed for March 16, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Sahara Marathon?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +380 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), and Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Sahara 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 1,150 m and 1,230 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 Sahara Marathon?

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