Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
The Maratona di Ravenna runs through the former Byzantine capital of Italy, passing UNESCO-listed early Christian mosaics and Adriatic seafront sections. About 3,500 finishers each November experience a flat course linking Ravenna's ancient heritage with the Po delta lowlands. It is one of Italy's most culturally distinctive regional marathons.
Maratona di Ravenna is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
The next Maratona di Ravenna is scheduled for Sunday, 1 November 2026 with a 9:00 am start. The certified course covers 42.195 km (26.2 miles) with 50 m of climbing on a very flat layout.
The Maratona di Ravenna is a flat Po delta loop starting and finishing near the Basilica di San Vitale, passing mosaic monuments, Adriatic pine forests, and the Candiano Canal. The forest and canal-side sections are the easiest because the terrain barely changes, while long flat straights with wind and monotony become the tougher challenge; spectator support is strongest near San Vitale, in the historic centre, and at organised canal-side cheer points.
The Maratona di Ravenna course is very 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.
For the Maratona di Ravenna, the race is held on the first Sunday of November. Registration is at https://www.ravennamarathon.it/.
Race-day footage from the course to help you picture the route, crowds, and key landmarks on marathon day.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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