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Karneval Marathon Köln
Cologne, Germany
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunCulture & History+3
Running Theme (City, Architecture & Culture)
Landmarks & Monuments Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027
Courses routed past world-famous landmarks, ancient sites, and architectural monuments. Browse 184 events (36 confirmed dates) and 598 races from 0.9 km to 42.2 km.
Events18436 confirmed dates
Competitions598Races & courses
Distances0.9 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+190 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Deauville International Marathon
Deauville, France
November 14, 2026 to November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km900 m
City RunEco-Friendly+8
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Palermo Marathon
Palermo, Italy
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+4
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Verona Marathon
Verona, Italy
November 15, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km8 km
Culture & HistoryCity Run+4
Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Paris, France · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Cardio Challenge Heroes
Paris, France
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunCharity Run+5
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Powerade Half Marathon in Milan
Milan, Italy
November 22, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History+5
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Florence Marathon
Florence, Italy
November 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21 km10 km3 km
Public ParkCity Run+7
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Turin Marathon
Turin, Italy
November 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km5 km
City RunPoint-to-Point+7
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Karneval Marathon Köln | Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026 | Deauville International Marathon | Deauville, Normandy, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km900 m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Palermo Marathon | Palermo, Sicily, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Nov 15, 2026 | Verona Marathon | Verona, Veneto, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km8 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Cardio Challenge Heroes | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Powerade Half Marathon in Milan | Milan, Lombardy, IT | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km |
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | Florence Marathon | Florence, Tuscany, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21 km10 km3 km |
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | Turin Marathon | Turin, Piedmont, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km5 km |
| Nov 29, 2026 | La Rochelle Marathon | La Rochelle, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km |
| Nov 29, 2026 | 10 km Onatéra Paris17 | Paris, Île-de-France, FR | Road Running | 10 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 2026 - Dec 6, 2026 | Sanremo Marathon | Sanremo, Liguria, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | Valencia Marathon |  Valencia, Valencian Community, ES | Road Running | 42.2 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Courses routed past world-famous landmarks, ancient sites, and architectural monuments. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Landmarks & Monuments theme currently spans 184 public events and 598 individual competitions, including 36 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. Sightseeing city runs and heritage marathons place start lines, finish arches, and key segments beside iconic monuments. Primary disciplines include Road Running and Walking & Hiking with race distances from 0.9 km to 42.2 km.
Predominantly paved streets and plazas combine smooth running footing with landmark views. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +190 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Cologne, Deauville, Palermo, and Verona. Notable events in this category include Karneval Marathon Köln, Deauville International Marathon, and Palermo Marathon. Every event page includes an interactive course map, elevation telemetry, GPX track downloads, and direct filters for date, distance, and destination.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What defines Landmarks & Monuments events and how many races are listed in the calendar?
Courses routed past world-famous landmarks, ancient sites, and architectural monuments. RunningCompass currently lists 184 events with 598 individual competitions under the Landmarks & Monuments theme. A total of 36 events have confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season, alongside additional races with full course profiles for season planning.
What distances and disciplines are typical for Landmarks & Monuments races?
Sightseeing city runs and heritage marathons place start lines, finish arches, and key segments beside iconic monuments. The 598 listed competitions span distances from 0.9 km to 42.2 km, led by Road Running and Walking & Hiking. You can narrow the calendar by 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra distance brackets using the search filters.
What terrain, elevation profile, and preparation should I expect for Landmarks & Monuments?
Predominantly paved streets and plazas combine smooth running footing with landmark views. Races in this theme reach up to +190 m of climbing. Each event detail page provides interactive course maps, elevation gain and loss metrics, altitude ranges, and downloadable GPX files to help you plan pacing and gear.
Where do Landmarks & Monuments events take place and how can I filter by region and date?
Leading host destinations include Cologne, Deauville, Palermo, and Verona. Notable events in this category include Karneval Marathon Köln, Deauville International Marathon, and Palermo Marathon. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 184 events by country, region, month, and distance.