Maratona di Reggio Emilia
Reggio Emilia, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Overview
The Maratona di Reggio Emilia draws approximately 3,000 finishers each December on an urban road in Reggio Emilia, Italy. It is a serious late-season performance race with a strong domestic reputation. The course passes straight Emilia-Romagna roads, historic squares, and flat city sections. The course is very flat throughout.
Maratona di Reggio Emilia is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
Maratona di Reggio Emilia 2026 race day
The next Maratona di Reggio Emilia is scheduled for Sunday, 6 December 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.
Maratona di Reggio Emilia course route
Starts and finishes in Reggio Emilia. The course passes straight Emilia-Romagna roads, historic squares, and flat city sections. Emilia-Romagna straightaways favor even effort, with piazza crowds cheering through the historic square finish.
Maratona di Reggio Emilia elevation profile
The Maratona di Reggio Emilia 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.
Entry requirements
The Maratona di Reggio Emilia uses open online registration at maratona.it with no ballot or qualifying time for the general field. Sign-up for the December 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 Maratona di Reggio Emilia elevation profile?
- The Maratona di Reggio Emilia has 50 metres of total climbing and 50 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is very flat, with 0 metres of net change from start to finish.
- How long is the Maratona di Reggio Emilia?
- The Maratona di Reggio Emilia is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Starts and finishes in Reggio Emilia.
- What time does the Maratona di Reggio Emilia start?
- The 2026 Maratona di Reggio Emilia starts at 9:00 am local time on Sunday, 6 December 2026. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on www.maratona.it/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Where does the Maratona di Reggio Emilia start and finish?
- Starts and finishes in Reggio Emilia. Updated course maps are published at https://www.maratona.it/ each year.
- When is the Maratona di Reggio Emilia and how do I register?
- Maratona di Reggio Emilia is typically held in December. Registration opens through https://www.maratona.it/ and may use a lottery or tiered entry when demand exceeds capacity.
- Is the Maratona di Reggio Emilia course flat?
- Yes. Maratona di Reggio Emilia is known for a largely flat profile with only minor undulations, making it popular with runners chasing steady pacing.
- What landmarks does the Maratona di Reggio Emilia pass?
- The course passes straight Emilia-Romagna roads, historic squares, and flat city sections.
- What weather should runners expect at Maratona di Reggio Emilia?
- Usually cold and often foggy with classic Po Valley winter conditions.
Last updated 18 July 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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