Naples Marathon

Naples Marathon course route

The Naples Marathon is a coastal city loop starting and finishing at Piazza del Plebiscito, passing Castel dell'Ovo and following the Bay of Naples with Vesuvius in view. The seafront promenade miles are the easiest because they stay mostly flat, while the short rises and tighter urban connectors back toward the centre are tougher; crowds are densest at Piazza del Plebiscito, around Castel dell'Ovo, and along the bayfront finish approach.

Naples Marathon elevation profile

The Naples Marathon course is mostly flat with gentle undulations over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 76 metres of climbing and 76 metres of descent, with minimal net elevation change from start to finish.

Entry requirements

The Naples Marathon is typically held on the fourth Sunday of April each year. April in Naples is beautiful spring weather — warm sunshine of 16–20 °C and the city at its most lively. Check www.neapolismarathon.it for confirmed dates and registration.

Naples Marathon course video

Race-day footage from the course to help you picture the route, crowds, and key landmarks on marathon day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Naples Marathon elevation profile?

The Naples Marathon has 76 metres of total climbing and 76 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is mostly flat with gentle undulations, with 0 metres of net change from start to finish.

How long is the Naples Marathon?

The Naples Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Starts and finishes at Piazza del Plebiscito.

What time does the Naples Marathon start?

The 2027 Naples Marathon starts at 9:00 am local time on Sunday, 25 April 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications on www.neapolismarathon.it/ confirm any last-minute schedule changes.

Can you see Mount Vesuvius from the Naples Marathon course?

Yes — and it is spectacular. Mount Vesuvius looms over the Bay of Naples throughout much of the race, providing one of the most dramatic volcano backdrops in marathon running. The coastal sections of the course, particularly along the Lungomare seafront promenade, offer panoramic views of the volcano and the Gulf of Naples.

What does the Naples Marathon course pass through?

The Neapolis Marathon course runs through Naples's vibrant, chaotic, and deeply historic streets — past the Maschio Angioino castle, the Royal Palace of Naples (Palazzo Reale), Piazza del Plebiscito, the historic Spaccanapoli district, and the seafront Lungomare Caracciolo. It is a raw, passionate, unmistakably Neapolitan race experience.

When is the Naples Marathon held?

The Naples Marathon is typically held on the fourth Sunday of April each year. April in Naples is beautiful spring weather — warm sunshine of 16–20 °C and the city at its most lively. Check www.neapolismarathon.it for confirmed dates and registration.

Is the Naples Marathon course hilly?

The course has some undulation, particularly in the city's inland sections where Naples's famously hilly terrain makes itself felt. However, the seafront Lungomare sections are flat. Runners should expect a mix of flat coastal stretches and short rolling climbs through the city streets.

What is the atmosphere like at the Naples Marathon?

Neapolitans are among the most enthusiastic marathon spectators in Italy — loud, passionate, and deeply proud of their city. The crowd support throughout the course is fierce and warm in equal measure, and the noise level in the historic centre is something to behold. It is an utterly unique Italian marathon experience.