Overview
The Auroville Marathon draws approximately 1,500 finishers each February on a township and rural road in Auroville, India. Its low-key, community-driven atmosphere is very different from India's large commercial road races. The route passes red-earth roads, casuarina groves, and quiet settlements near India's experimental international township. Red-earth roads, casuarina groves, and quiet settlements near India's experimental international township give February's race a low-key, community-driven atmosphere.
Auroville Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
Auroville Marathon 2027 race day
The next Auroville Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 7 February 2027 with a 6:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 100 m of climbing on a mostly flat with gentle undulations layout.
Auroville Marathon course route
Starts and finishes in the Auroville township zone. The route passes red-earth roads, casuarina groves, and quiet settlements near India's experimental international township. Mostly flat with gentle undulations. Very flat throughout.
Auroville Marathon elevation profile
The Auroville Marathon course is mostly flat with gentle undulations over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 100 metres of climbing and 95 metres of descent, with a net climb of 5 metres from start to finish.
Entry requirements
The Auroville Marathon uses open online registration at aurovillemarathon.com with no lottery or qualifying standard for the full marathon. Sign-up typically opens mid-year for the February race and remains available until capacity is reached. Entry fees are modest by international standards and overseas runners apply through the same portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Auroville Marathon elevation profile?
- The Auroville Marathon has 100 metres of total climbing and 95 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is mostly flat with gentle undulations, with 5 metres of net climb from start to finish.
- How long is the Auroville Marathon?
- The Auroville Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Township and rural road starting and finishing in the Auroville township zone.
- What time does the Auroville Marathon start?
- The 2027 Auroville Marathon starts at 6:00 am local time on Sunday, 7 February 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on www.aurovillemarathon.com/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Where does the Auroville Marathon start and finish?
- Starts and finishes in the Auroville township zone. Updated course maps are published at https://www.aurovillemarathon.com/ each year.
- When is the Auroville Marathon and how do I register?
- Auroville Marathon is typically held in February. Registration opens through https://www.aurovillemarathon.com/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
- Is the Auroville Marathon course flat?
- Yes. Auroville Marathon is known for a largely flat profile with only minor undulations, making it popular with runners chasing steady pacing.
- What landmarks does the Auroville Marathon pass?
- The route passes red-earth roads, casuarina groves, and quiet settlements near India's experimental international township.
- What weather should runners expect at Auroville Marathon?
- Usually warm and humid with a dry-season morning that heats up quickly.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
