Overview
The Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon draws approximately 1,500 finishers each November on a scenic coastal road in Maspalomas, Spain. It is marketed as the southernmost marathon in Europe and doubles as a warm-weather race-cation. The route passes seafront boulevards, the Maspalomas dunes area, golf-course roads, and sunny resort districts. Seafront boulevards, Maspalomas dunes, golf-course roads, and sunny resort districts market November's race as Europe's southernmost warm-weather marathon escape.
Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon 2026 race day
The next Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, 1 November 2026 with a 9:00 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.
Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon course route
Starts and finishes in Maspalomas on the south coast of Gran Canaria. The route passes seafront boulevards, the Maspalomas dunes area, golf-course roads, and sunny resort districts. Mostly flat with gentle undulations. Very flat throughout.
Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon elevation profile
The Gran Canaria Maspalomas 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 Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon uses open online registration at grancanaria-maspalomasmarathon.com with no ballot or qualifying time for the general field. Sign-up for the November race typically opens the previous year and places are allocated first-come, first-served. Charity bibs are available through partner organisations when general entry closes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon elevation profile?
- The Gran Canaria Maspalomas 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 Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon?
- The Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Coastal course starting and finishing in Maspalomas on the south coast of Gran Canaria.
- What time does the Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon start?
- The 2026 Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon starts at 9:00 am local time on Sunday, 1 November 2026. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on grancanaria-maspalomasmarathon.com/en confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Where does the Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon start and finish?
- Starts and finishes in Maspalomas on the south coast of Gran Canaria. Updated course maps are published at https://grancanaria-maspalomasmarathon.com/en each year.
- When is the Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon and how do I register?
- Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon is typically held in November. Registration opens through https://grancanaria-maspalomasmarathon.com/en and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
- Is the Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon course flat?
- Yes. Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon is known for a largely flat profile with only minor undulations, making it popular with runners chasing steady pacing.
- What landmarks does the Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon pass?
- Runners see the Maspalomas coastline, dune-area roads, and resort boulevards on Gran Canaria.
- What weather should runners expect at Gran Canaria Maspalomas Marathon?
- Usually mild to warm with sun, dry air, and steady Atlantic breeze.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
