Varna Marathon

Road Running covering 10.5 km to 42.2 km in Varna, Bulgaria

Location

Warna, Varna, BulgariaShow on map(43.2141° N, 27.9147° E)

Date & StatusMay 16, 2027Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Varna Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Warna, Varna, BG focused on Road Running. Key features include Seaside & Coast, City Run, Capitals & Major Cities.

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), and Road Running 10.5 km (10.5 km, +47 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for May 16, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (marathonvarna42km.com).

Official website

Varna Marathon in Warna (Work: "Tatry Zachodnie 34", Photo: marek7400, License: CC BY 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Tatry Zachodnie 34" · Photo: **marek7400** · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 3.0
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Event characteristics

Seaside & Coast City Run Capitals & Major Cities

Races & distances (3)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Marathon	Road Running	42.2 km	+190 m	8 m - 88 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Half Marathon	Road Running	21.1 km	+95 m	11 m - 51 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Road Running 10.5 km	Road Running	10.5 km	+47 m	14 m - 34 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

42.2 km

Elevation gain

+190 m D+

Elevation loss

-190 m D-

Altitude range

8 m - 88 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

0.9 % / 1.6 %

Course format

Loop course

42.2 km+190 m D+Peak 88 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 88 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 88 m·at 24.2 km·Ø 0.9 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Varna Marathon take place?

Varna Marathon takes place in Warna, Varna, BG (start area at coordinates 43.2141° N, 27.9147° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for May 16, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Varna Marathon?

The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +95 m D+), and Road Running 10.5 km (10.5 km, +47 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Varna 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 8 m and 88 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 Varna Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (marathonvarna42km.com).