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Distances: Marathon (42.195 km) · 5 km · Half marathon (21.1 km)
Opening: date unknown
Closing: 2027-01-24 · time unknown
The Marrakech International Marathon is one of Africa's most renowned running events, held in the historic Moroccan city of Marrakech at the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. The course takes runners along the city's ancient ramparts, through palm-lined avenues, gardens and distinctive urban neighborhoods, combining athletic achievement with Moroccan history and culture. Known for its relatively flat and fast course, the marathon offers excellent opportunities for strong performances. The January race date typically brings mild running conditions, attracting thousands of international participants. The event's atmosphere is shaped by the city's ochre architecture, enthusiastic spectators and spectacular surroundings. The programme includes a full marathon, half marathon and a recreational 5K race.
5K
Jan 30, 202709:00Estimated from typical weather around this date — this race has no real race-day history at its new date yet (these are not days anyone actually ran).
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Timing weights apply to climbs, not turns. Elevation totals use the smoothed profile used by Index.
C = min(100, (mean raw weather burden / 150) × distance exposure factor × 100). Weather is averaged by local race hour across three full years.
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Total elevation gain
≈ 106 m
Total elevation loss
≈ 106 m
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Nearest airport
Marrakesh Menara AirportRAK