marathon.level.platinum
Valencia Marathon
Valencia · Dec 6, 2026
One of the world's fastest marathon courses and a World Athletics Platinum Label race. Valencia's completely flat route, mild December weather, and excellent organization have produced multiple world records, making it a PB hunter's paradise.
eventDetail.date
Dec 6, 2026
eventDetail.difficulty
eventDetail.diff.moderate
eventDetail.elevation
~50m elevation gain
eventDetail.fieldSize
25,000 runners
eventDetail.courseFeatures
Starting from City of Arts and Sciences, along Turia Gardens, past Cathedral and Plaza de la Reina, finishing at the marina
eventDetail.tips
- •December temps around 10-18°C, mild Mediterranean winter — perfect for fast times
- •One of the flattest major marathons in the world — ideal for PB attempts
- •Pre-race visits: City of Arts and Sciences, Turia Gardens, La Lonja, Malvarrosa Beach
- •Valencia is the birthplace of paella — enjoy an authentic rice feast after the race
Platinum LabelWorld FastestPB ParadiseMediterranean Winter