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Samarkand Marathon

Road Running and Nordic Walking covering 300 m to 42.2 km with up to 120 m D+ in Samarkand (Samarcande, Uzbekistan)

LocationSamarqand, UzbekistanShow on map(39.6270° N, 66.9750° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +120 m

Samarkand Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Samarqand, UZ focused on Road Running and Nordic Walking. It is part of Boston Marathon Qualifier, World Marathon Majors Qualifier. Key features include Charity Run, City Run, Culture & History, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 10 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +120 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +60 m D+), 10K (10 km, +109 m D+), Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+), Road Running 5 km (Para-sport) (5 km, +22 m D+), and Road Running 2 km (2 km, +9 m D+) (10 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 (events.samarkandmarathon.uz).

Official website
Samarkand Marathon in Samarqand (Work: "2026 Barcelona Marathon wheelchair race at passeig de gracia by JJxFile", Photo: Jorge Jaramillo, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"2026 Barcelona Marathon wheelchair race at passeig de gracia by JJxFile" · Photo: Jorge Jaramillo · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

Charity RunCity RunCulture & HistoryKids & Youth RacesNight RunFestiveMulti-DayCostume RunLandmarks & MonumentsAdaptive & Parasports

Races & distances (10)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+120 m683 m - 726 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+60 m684 m - 727 mLoop courseRoute & profile
10KRoad Running10 km+109 m686 m - 726 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 5 kmRoad Running5 km+22 m695 m - 704 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 5 km (Para-sport)Road Running5 km+22 m698 m - 707 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 2 kmRoad Running2 km+9 m686 m - 690 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Nordic Walking 2 kmNordic Walking2 km+9 m689 m - 693 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 1 kmRoad Running1 km+4 m692 m - 694 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 600 mRoad Running600 m+3 m695 m - 697 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 300 mRoad Running300 m+2 m698 m - 700 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+120 m D+
Elevation loss
-120 m D-
Altitude range
683 m - 726 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.6 % / 6.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+120 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS39.6547° N, 66.9776° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 683 m to 726 m above sea level (+120 m D+, -120 m D-)

Peak: 726 m·at 16 km·Ø 0.6 %
683 m697 m712 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 Samarkand Marathon take place?

Samarkand Marathon takes place in Samarqand, UZ (start area at coordinates 39.627° N, 66.975° 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 Samarkand Marathon?

The race program comprises 10 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +120 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +60 m D+), 10K (10 km, +109 m D+), Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+), Road Running 5 km (Para-sport) (5 km, +22 m D+), and Road Running 2 km (2 km, +9 m D+) (10 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Road Running and Nordic Walking.

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

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +120 m of elevation gain and -120 m of elevation loss, ranging between 683 m and 726 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 Samarkand Marathon?

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