Lisbon Marathon
LisbonPortugal
Next race
Saturday, 9 October 2027
8:00 am start
Distance
42.195 km / 26.2 mi
Urban road
Elevation
Rolling · 85 m gain
85 m climbing
Race profile
Overview
The Lisbon Marathon is one of the world's largest marathons, drawing approximately 15k finishers on an urban road in Lisbon, Portugal. The course starts in Carcavelos and finishes at Praça do Comércio along ocean- and riverside roads through the Cascais–Tagus corridor.
Lisbon Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
- Typical participants
Approximately 15k finishers
- Weather
- Course records
- Men: 2:05:52 — Andualem Shiferaw (2021)Women: 2:24:13 — Sarah Chepchirchir (2016)
Course & terrain
Lisbon Marathon course
Route map and elevation profile for race-week planning.
The EDP Lisbon Marathon is a point-to-point course from Carcavelos on the Estoril coast to Praça do Comércio in central Lisbon, following oceanfront and Tagus riverside roads through Cascais and the Lisbon waterfront. The finish at Praça do Comércio and the Belém riverfront miles draw the strongest spectator support; coastal exposure and rolling estuary roads shape pacing more than a single landmark climb.
Lisbon Marathon route map
The Lisbon Marathon course is rolling over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 85 metres of climbing and 85 metres of descent, with minimal net elevation change from start to finish.
- Elevation
Rolling · 85 m gain — approx. 68 m above sea level
↑ 85 m · ↓ 85 m · net 0 m
Registration
Lisbon Marathon entry requirements
For the Lisbon Marathon, registration opens at maratonaclubedeportugal.com. Entry fees increase in waves as the race date approaches; early registration gives access to the lowest pricing. International travel packages with guaranteed entries are also available.
Getting there
Lisbon Marathon travel
Airports closest to Lisbon for flight planning and race-week travel.
- Closest airport
Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS)
6 km / 4 mi
Race footage
Lisbon Marathon videos
Race-day footage from the course to help you picture the route, crowds, and key landmarks on marathon day.
2025 EDP Lisbon Marathon - NEW COURSE
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Lisbon Marathon elevation profile?
- The Lisbon Marathon has 85 metres of total climbing and 85 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is rolling, with 0 metres of net change from start to finish.
- Where can I find the Lisbon Marathon route map?
- This page includes a Lisbon Marathon course map showing the full 42.195 km route from start to finish. Official 2026 course is 100% ocean- and riverside (Cascais–Tagus corridor); it does not start/finish as a Praça do Comércio loop and does not feature the 25 de Abril Bridge crossing described in MF.
- How long is the Lisbon Marathon?
- The Lisbon Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. From Carcavelos (Estrada N6-7 / NOVA SBE) to Praça do Comércio.
- What time does the Lisbon Marathon start?
- The 2027 Lisbon Marathon starts at 8:00 am local time on Saturday, 9 October 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Does the Lisbon Marathon cross the 25 de Abril Bridge?
- Not on the current official marathon course. The EDP Lisbon Marathon now starts in Carcavelos and follows ocean- and riverside roads to a Praça do Comércio finish; organiser FAQs and course maps for recent editions describe a Cascais–Tagus corridor rather than a 25 de Abril Bridge crossing.
- Is the Lisbon Marathon hilly?
- Yes. Lisbon is famously built on seven hills, and the marathon reflects that — runners encounter several notable climbs along the coastal and riverside roads, accumulating roughly 85 metres of total gain. It is more challenging than flat courses like Berlin, so plan your pace accordingly.
- What is the coastal section of the Lisbon Marathon like?
- The marathon starts along the Estoril coast west of the city, running past the seaside towns of Cascais and Estoril before following the Tagus estuary into Lisbon. This scenic coastal stretch gives the race a distinctive half-road, half-waterfront character.
- When is the Lisbon Marathon held?
- The Maratona de Lisboa is held in October; the 2026 EDP Lisbon Marathon is on Saturday 10 October, with related distances on the following day. Coastal temperatures along the Tagus and Estoril corridor are typically pleasant in mid-October. Organisers publish the confirmed calendar on the official race site each edition.
- How do I register for the Lisbon Marathon?
- Registration opens in waves in the months before the race. Entry fees increase as the race date approaches; early registration gives access to the lowest pricing. International travel packages with guaranteed entries are also available.
Official resources
Lisbon Marathon links
Websites
Social Media
Last updated 11 October 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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