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Last year, I started my acquaintance with Spanish marathons, in particular took part in the marathon, which was held in Malaga. It left behind a lot of pleasant memories, and most importantly, I was impressed by the high level of organization, the well-thought-out route, the atmosphere that prevailed during the marathon, etc. Therefore, I decided to continue getting to know the marathons of Spain, I even made a small list for myself of, in my opinion, the most interesting races at a distance of 42 kilometers, in which I would like to take part.

Everyone marathons of Spain have RFEA (Spanish Athletics Federation) certified routes, and some even have “Gold Label Road Races”, such as "Madrid Marathon", "Valencia Marathon", "Marathon Sevilla" or “Bronze Label Road Races”like a marathon “Malaga Marathon”. It's worth noting that I've only included road races in this list, but there's a little surprise waiting for trail lovers at the end of the article. So, go ahead!

Murcia Marathon

“Murcia Marathon” – a marathon race held every year for the past 9 years in the Spanish city of Murcia in January-February, i.e. at the beginning of the season. As part of the competition, competitions are held not only in running at a distance of 42 kilometers, but also at a distance of 21 and 10 kilometers, respectively, for less trained athletes. The route is RFEA certified. It is a well-paved and well-marked route that runs through the old streets of the city and its monuments. That is, it is also a good opportunity to get acquainted with the history of the region, cuisine and traditions. Since Murcia is located in the south of the country, even at the beginning of February, the weather here is quite comfortable for running - +15 degrees Celsius with a minimum of rain. To participate in the competition, you must register in advance by paying the registration fee, which depends on the chosen distance and the date of registration.

Marathon Castellon

“Castellon City Marathon” is another running competition in Spain, held at the beginning of the season (end of February) and highly respected in the running world. More than 5,000 athletes from different parts of our planet take part in them every year. The marathon in the city of Castellón de la Plana is a benchmark and has a bronze label "Bronze Label Road Races". A 10-kilometer race is also held as part of the sports event.

Marathon Sevilla

“Marathon Sevilla” - one of the oldest and most popular marathons in Spain. The first race took place back in 1985. Since then, the winter running competition in Seville gathers more and more participants every year. In recent years, their number has reached approximately 10,000 athletes. The route of the marathon in Seville runs along a well-paved track, which is considered the flattest among all tracks in Europe. The competition has the "Road Races Gold Label" gold distinction and is one of the stages of qualifying for the World Championship.

Marathon Tarragona

“Marathon Tarragona” - a 42-kilometer race that takes place every year in February in the Spanish city of Tarragona. The route runs along a well-paved track through the streets of the city and has an RFEA certificate.

Barcelona Marathon

Marathon Barcelona

“Barcelona Marathon” or as it is called “Marato de Barcelona” is an annual race for a distance of 42 kilometers, which takes place in the month of March. It has a long history and is very popular in the running world. This year was its 44th edition, which was attended by more than 15 thousand athletes from different parts of the world, including very famous names. The route of the marathon runs along the asphalted streets of the city, past its sights and historical buildings, the sea coast. It is RFEA certified.

Marathon Toledo

“Marathon Toledo” - another 42 kilometer running competition held in the city of Toledo in central Spain in March. The track route is well-paved and marked and has RFEA certification.

Ibiza Marathon

“Ibiza Marathon” is a relatively new but popular 42-kilometer running competition that takes place in the Spanish resort town of Ibiza in April. As part of the sports event, not only marathon race, but also races at other distances, a half marathon, a 12-kilometer race. Marathon route is well paved and has an RFEA certificate.

Zaragoza Marathon

“Zaragoza Marathon” - a running competition at a distance of 42 and 10 kilometers, held every year in April in the ancient Spanish city of Zaragoza. The marathon route has an RFEA certificate and runs through well-paved streets and leads into the very heart of the city. It gives you the opportunity to see its most interesting sights and places of interest: the banks of the Ebro, the Roman walls, Parque Grande, Plaza Aragon, Plaza Spain or Paseo de Independencia. Start and finish of the marathon are located at one point - in El Pilar. To participate in running competitions it is necessary to register online on the official website of the event and pay the registration fee, which depends on the date of registration and the distance chosen by the athlete.

Madrid Marathon

“Madrid Marathon” - is considered the largest running party of the country, which gathers a huge number of runners (more than 39,000 athletes from all over the world) in the capital of Spain. In addition to the sports part, various entertainment events are held here, in particular, you can find more than 30 platforms and stages located along the marathon route. As part of the competition, there are races on the main marathon distance of 42 kilometers, half marathon and race for 10 kilometers.

Maraton Atlantica Coruna42

“Maraton Atlantica Coruna42” is an annual running competition held in the spring in April in the city of La Coruña, Spain. Within this framework running event races of 42 and 10 kilometers are held, in which more than 1,500 participants from different parts of the world take part. The route runs along a well-paved track through the streets of the city, it is certified by the Spanish league RFEA.

Marathon Empuries

EmpuriesMarathon

“Marathon Empuries” - a running competition held every May since 2003 in the Spanish city of L'Escala. As part of the event, there is not only a 42-kilometer race (the main distance), but also satellite races - a half-marathon and a 10-kilometer run. Marathon route has RFEA certification and passes through the ancient Greek city of Empuries. Every year there are more and more people willing to take part in these competitions, last year's race gathered about 2 thousand athletes from different parts of the world.

Vitoria-Gasteiz Marathon Martin Fiz

Vitoria Marathon

Name: Vitoria-Gasteiz Marathon Martin Fiz
City: Vitoria
Distances: 42, 21 and 10 kilometers
Price: from 30 €
Month: May
Covering: asphalt
Website: maratonmartinfiz.com

“Vitoria-Gasteiz Marathon Martin Fiz” – a running competition held every May in the city of Vitoria (Basque Country). More than 5,000 athletes from different countries of the world usually take part in it. Such popularity is caused not only by the opportunity to try your hand at distances of 42, 21 and 10 kilometers, but also to see with your own eyes the green capital of Europe, as this city is called. In addition to adult competitions, this sports event also includes children's races. To participate, you need to register on the official website and pay the registration fee. The marathon route runs along a well-paved track and has an RFEA certificate.

Marathon Laredo

Laredo Marathon

“Marathon Laredo” - prestigious running competitions held every year in the Spanish city of Laredo at a distance of 42 and 21 kilometers. The race route runs along a well-paved track through the streets of the city. It has RFEA certification and is considered one of the fastest in the world.

Marathon Langreo

“Marathon Langreo” – the only asphalt marathon of the season, which takes place in June in Asturias and has a track approved by the RFEA. Marathon route runs through the streets of the city of Langreau, is almost flat and consists of two laps (for a marathon). As part of the event, there are also competitions at a distance of 21 and 10 kilometers.

Marathon Castilla-La Mancha

“Marathon Castilla-La Mancha” - an annual marathon race held in the Spanish city of Castilla-La Mancha in October. As part of the sports event, there are also running competitions at a distance of 21 and 10 kilometers. Marathon route runs on a well-paved route through the streets of the city and is approved by the RFEA.

Palma de Mallorca Marathon

Palma Marathon

“Palma de Mallorca Marathon” - a running competition held every October in the Spanish city of Palma. Apart from of the main marathon race the program of the sports event includes a half-marathon, a 10-kilometer run. The track route is well-paved and passes the city's landmarks and along the waterfront. It is RFEA certified.

Bilbao Night Marathon

“Bilbao Night Marathon” - running competitions, which are considered one of the brightest running events in Europe. After all, they are held every year in the beautiful Spanish city of Bilbao, and most importantly at night under the light of the moon. It is a good way to combine the love of sports and adventure. Every year, there are more and more people who want to overcome the marathon distance here. In particular, in recent years, the "Bilbao Night Marathon" gathered more than 11,000 participants. The route has an RFEA certificate and runs through the well-paved streets of Bilbao, past its most interesting sights and finishes at the famous Guggenheim Museum. The event includes not only a marathon, but also a half-marathon and a 10-kilometer running competition.

Marathon del Priorat

“Marathon del Priorat” - a 42-kilometer running competition held annually in October in the Spanish town of Falset. It aspires to join the UNESCO heritage, as it has many all kinds of monuments and places of interest. Participation in such a marathon is an opportunity to combine sports, enjoying the beauty of nature, history and gastronomy. As part of the competition program, a 21-kilometer race is also planned. The marathon route is certified by the RFEA and is a well-paved course that passes through the roads of the surrounding towns, along the paths among vineyards and picturesque landscapes.

Marathon Burgos

“Marathon Burgos” is an annual running competition over a distance of 42 kilometers in the legendary Spanish city of Burgos, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is at the crossroads of many civilizations, cultures, witnessing many important historical events. Therefore, taking part in such starts, athletes have the opportunity not only to enjoy sports, but also to immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the surrounding beauty of nature and architecture, learn interesting historical facts, traditions, and try local cuisine. The route has RFEA certification and is a well-paved track.

Marathon Alcala

“Marathon Alcala” – quite a young running competition, which was held for the first time in 2016. But they quickly gained popularity in the sports world. Every year, this marathon gathers more than 2,000 participants not only from Spain, but also from other parts of Europe. The marathon takes place in the town of Alcalá de Henares every November. The program includes competitions not only on the main marathon distance, but also on a 21-kilometer run. Marathon route is well paved and has an RFEA certificate.

Marathon Donostia – San Sebastian

San Sebastian Marathon

Name: Marathon Donostia – San Sebastián
City: San Sebastian
Distances: 42, 21 and 10 kilometers
Price: from 45 €
Month: November
Covering: asphalt
Website: maratondonostia.com

“Marathon Donostia – San Sebastian” - one of the oldest marathons in Spain, which takes place annually in November for almost half a century in the city of San Sebastian and always gathers a huge number of participants from different parts of the world. The program includes competitions not only at the marathon distance, but also at 21 and 10 kilometers. The race route is well paved and RFEA certified.

Gran Canaria Marathon

Grand Canaria Marathon

“Gran Canaria Marathon” – an annual marathon race that takes place on the ocean coast under palm trees at the end of the year (November-December) and constantly gathers more than 5,000 participants from different countries of Europe and beyond. It is here that athletes can enjoy the warm, mild Spanish climate in the town of Las Palmas in the middle of winter. The track is well paved and has RFEA certification. As part of the competition, you can test your strength not only on the main marathon distance, but also on 21 and 10 kilometer runs.

Marathon Badajoz

“Marathon Badajoz” - another rather old and mass race of 42 kilometers, which takes place every spring in the city of Badajoz. The route has an RFEA certificate and runs along a well-paved road through the streets of the city. It consists of two laps and is almost completely flat with small climbs. As part of the competition, races of 21 and 10 kilometers are also held.

Valencia Marathon

Name: Valencia Marathon Trinidad Alfonso
City: Valencia
Distances: 42 and 21 kilometers
Price: from 108 €
Month: December
Covering: asphalt
Website: valenciaciudaddelrunning.com

“Valencia Marathon” - the fifth the fastest marathon in the world, which takes place annually at the end of the year in December in Valencia, Spain. At this time, the weather here is comfortable for running, 12-17 degrees Celsius. As you know, Valencia is a city of art and science, so the marathon is one of the most popular. In addition to running the main marathon distance, athletes can test their strength in a half marathon. The marathon route is well paved, it has the "Road Races Gold Label" certificate.

Malaga Marathon

“Malaga Marathon” is an annual running competition that takes place in December in the Spanish resort city of Malaga on the coast of the sea in the south of the country. In addition to the marathon, athletes can test their strength in a 21-kilometer race. The race route is well paved and has a "Road Races Bronze Label" bronze mark.

Lanzarote Marathon

Name: Lanzarote Marathon
City: Lanzarote
Distances: 42, 21 and 10 kilometers
Price: from 60 €
Month: December
Covering: asphalt
Website: lanzaroteinternationalmarathon.com

“Lanzarote Marathon” - one more is enough Spain's old annual marathon, which takes place in December in the small lakeside town of Lanzarote. The program of the sports event includes not only a 42-kilometer race, but also satellite disciplines of a half-marathon and a 10-kilometer run for less trained athletes. The race track is well paved and RFEA certified.

Interesting marathons for lovers of trail running

Sherry Marathon

“Sherry Marathon” – an interesting and unusual trail race for the marathon distance and, above all, its location. After all, the competition is held in April in the legendary city of Jerez, which is surrounded by vineyards on all sides. Trail route has an RFEA certificate and, oddly enough, passes through the vineyards, as well as the streets and squares of the city. The program includes not only a 42-kilometer race, but also a half-marathon and a 14-kilometer run.

Zegama-Aizkorri Alpine Marathon

Name: Zegama-Aizkorri Alpine Marathon
City: Segama
Distances: 42, 21 and 14 kilometers
Price: from 70 €
Month: June
Coverage: rugged terrain
Website: zegama-aizkorri.com

“Zegama-Aizkorri Alpine Marathon” - another interesting and popular one Spanish trail race for the marathon distance held in June in the town of Segama. It has a rather long history and a limited number of participants (up to 450). By the way, he has the distinction of "Golden Trail World Series".

The track of the trail race lies among the mountains, in particular the mountain range of Arac and Sierra de Aitzcorri. From the town of Zegama (296 m), athletes must climb to the height of Otzaurte (652 m), and then, from the mountain pass mentioned above, run along paths of extraordinary natural beauty. The route combines forests, mainly beech, steep rocky slopes and high pastures. The race is very technically difficult, and therefore requires considerable preparation from the athlete. If you are not sure of yourself, there is an opportunity to try your hand at short distances, 21 and 14 kilometers.

K42 Canarias

“K42 Canarias” is another interesting trail race held every December in Rural de Anaga Park. The route of the trail runs through the picturesque places of Canada Island, the Anaga mountain massif. As part of the competition, you can try your hand not only at the marathon distance, but also at 21 and 14 kilometers.

Marathon Borriol

“Marathon Borriol” – a trail marathon race that takes place in the mountainous area near the town of Borriol every April.

Marathons of Spain

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