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In the Valencia Marathon Trinidad Alfonso Zurich, the fourth fastest in the world (2h01:48), you will find the ideal circuit for achieving your personal best time. The time of year, ideal for long distance races, the perfect temperature (between 12 degrees and 17 degrees) together with the incomparable backdrop to the race, the City of Arts and Sciences, make this marathon one of the most outstanding events on the national and international scene.

Highlights

Next edition:

6 December 2026

Organisers:

SD Correcaminos

Ajuntament de València

Distinctions:

World Athletics Platinum Label

Best Marathon in Spain by the Royal Spanish Athletics Federation (RFEA)

Records:

Sisay Lemma – 2:01:48 – 2023 – Sixth best time in history

Joyciline Jepkosgei – 2:14:00 – 2025 – Fourth best time in history

Route:

The Valencia Marathon route, which starts at Plaça de la Marató and ends at the footbridge over the water in the City of Arts and Sciences, is the ideal circuit for setting records. It is completely flat and at sea level. It runs along wide avenues and through the historic city centre, where the main tourist attractions are located. In addition, there are numerous entertainment points along the route to help you keep up your pace.

Runners’ Expo:

Expo 42K Feria Valencia is where runners can pick up their race number and race bag. It is held on the Thursday, Friday and Saturday before the race.

International runners:

If you are coming from another country to run in Valencia, we recommend that you arrange your trip through Welcome to Valencia, the official travel service for the race, where you will find the best services and prices for runners (late check-out, welcome gift, etc.).

Abbott WMM world rankings by age group

The Valencia Marathon is a qualifying race for the Abbott WMM world rankings by age group.

Charity partner:

Every year, the Valencia Marathon has a charity partner, which receives voluntary donations from runners during the registration process, as well as a cheque from the Z Zurich Foundation.
Click here for full details about the charity partner of the Valencia Marathon.

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