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Sunday, 8 November 2026
8:30 am start
Distance
42.195 km / 26.2 mi
Urban road
Elevation
Flat · 50 m gain
50 m climbing
Race profile
The Maratón de Zaragoza attracts about 5,000 finishers each October through the capital of Aragón. The course passes the Basílica del Pilar, the Aljafería Palace, and the Ebro River on flat Aragonese terrain. October mild weather and the Pilar basilica finish make it northern Spain's premier marathon.
Maraton de Zaragoza is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
Approximately 5,000 finishers
Course & terrain
The Maraton de Zaragoza is a flat Ebro valley loop starting and finishing at the Paseo de la Independencia near the Basílica del Pilar, following the Ebro past the Aljafería Palace and through the Expo district. The riverside miles are the easiest because they stay broad and level, while the long urban connectors and bridge approaches are tougher on rhythm; spectator support is strongest near the Basílica del Pilar, along the Paseo, and around the Aljafería.
The Maraton de Zaragoza course is flat over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 50 metres of climbing and 50 metres of descent, with minimal net elevation change from start to finish.
Registration
The Maratón de Zaragoza uses open registration at zaragozamarathon.com with no ballot or qualifying time. Sign-up for the November race typically opens in spring. The Ebro river course draws strong Aragonese participation and can fill before race day.
Getting there
Zaragoza Airport (ZAZ)
14 km / 9 mi
Common questions
Official resources
Last updated 11 October 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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Planning guides
Practical guides to help you plan, train for, and run this race.
When a flat course helps your time, when hills are worth the view, and how to pick terrain that fits your training and goals.
How temperature, humidity, wind, and rain affect marathon performance — and how to use typical race-day weather when choosing a start line.
Match a race to your goals — personal bests, sightseeing, atmosphere, or a major milestone — using course data and realistic expectations.
