Madrid Marathon 2024
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- Next event : Sun, April 28, 2024Date confirmed
- Last event : Sun, April 23, 2023
The event in a few words
Madrid isn't just about soccer! 😌 There's also the marathon 🏃♀️, which has earned the gold label 🏅 from the World Athletics Federation and stands out as one of the biggest running events in Spain 🇪🇦. The icing on the cake: it's now part of the prestigious Rock’n’roll Marathon Series circuit, a collection of events across about ten countries, featuring routes dotted with concerts 🎶, shows 🎭, and lively refreshment stations 🥳. So, expect a feast for your legs, eyes, and ears as you race through the heart of the Spanish capital! 😍 We're looking forward to seeing you next April, when the beautiful weather arrives, for the 46th edition of the Madrid Marathon.
Located in the heart of Spain, Madrid thrives to the rhythm of fans from two globally renowned soccer clubs - Real Madrid and Atletico de Madrid 🙌. While the city has a deep-rooted football culture ⚽, it's also a major economic hub in Southern Europe and a cultural hotspot. Several world-renowned museums 🏛️, like the Prado, the Reina Sofia 👑, and the Thyssen-Bornemisza 🖼️, add to Madrid's charm, along with its cosmopolitan vibe, historical sites 📖 (Plaza Mayor, the impressive Royal Palace 🤴, and the Almudena Cathedral ⛪), ultra-modern districts (including the business district with its skyscrapers 🏙️), bustling shopping avenues 🛍️, vast green spaces 🌲 like the Retiro Park, the Royal Botanical Garden, and the Campo del Moro Garden 🌼. And what about the movida? Ah, the infamous creative cultural movement that livens up Madrid's nights… ✨😏 While the nightlife might not be the best pre-marathon activity 😅, it's definitely worth exploring post-race: you simply must drag your tired feet to century-old bistros for some delicious tapas 😋 and wander through the vibrant neighborhoods under the starlit sky 🌟🌃.
So, what about the running? The organizers of the Zurich Rock 'n' Roll Running Series Madrid Marathon have indeed pulled off a masterstroke (pun intended 😂): offering a comprehensive tour of the city and a range of distances for all runners 🤩. While the Madrid marathon, established in 1978, remains the crown jewel, you can also opt for the Madrid half-marathon (introduced in 2012) or the 10 km 🤏 (added in 2010). According to previous participants (and there were many, with 38,000 runners from around the globe in 2023 🌎), these well-organized events showcase landmarks like the National Library 📚, the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium 🏟️, the Cuatro Torres 🌆, the Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace, the Casa de Campo, and the Buen Retiro Park ⛲. And because not just anyone makes it into the Rock’n’roll Marathon Series 🎸, rest assured the routes feature live bands and performances 🔊🎊 that might just make you forget the courses aren't as flat as a soccer field (360 m of elevation gain for the marathon... Yes, it's going to be tough! 🙄). You can also expect the support of thousands of spectators 👀 cheering you on with Iberian fervor. Let’s rock in Spanish on Sunday, April 28, 2024 ! 📍
Oh, and one more thing: once you've crossed the finish line 🏁, make sure to recover in one of the city's tapas bars 😊. Go easy on the cerveza 🍻 and local white wines 🍷, but don’t hesitate to try the famous cocido de tres vuelcos (stew), soldaditos de Pavia (breaded cod sticks), or bartolillos (cream-filled pastries 🤤) to replenish your energy (and calories! 🫄). And if you're utterly exhausted, there's always a tourist bus 🚌 that can take you to the most famous spots in the city, in case you didn’t have the chance to admire them during the race… 😜
4 reasons to join this race
A distance for every taste
- MarathonTOP
- Half Marathon
- 10 km
- Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 9:00 AM
- Elevation gain : 390mD+
- 3,000+ runners in the last edition
A few more words
So, ready to take on the 26.2 miles of Madrid 🇪🇸 and its 1,280 ft of elevation gain? A great challenge awaits you, here's more about it: 😛
It all starts with a kickoff 🏃♀️ at Plaza de Gregorio Maranon, in the heart of the city, in the cool of the morning (9am) 🌬️. From there, you'll make your way up a slight incline to the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium 🏟️⚽️, located 1.5 km to the north, before cheerfully reaching the Plaza de Castilla on a perfectly flat stretch 😌. At the 4th km, the route will take you on a turn around the famous Cuatro Torres 🌆. You will then head back towards the Plaza de Castilla before taking the long Calle Bravo Murillo and turning onto Calle de Raimundo Fernandez Villaverde. At the 8th km, you'll pass in front of the Azca Complex, the economic and financial heart 💰 of the Spanish capital, where you'll see magnificent buildings that rival those of New York 😉.
Rest assured, this entire stretch of the course, up to the halfway point at km 21, is gently sloping 😮💨 and along straight streets, which should help you regain your strength for the rest of the race 💪. In the meantime, you'll do a loop in the eastern center 🔄 of the city, particularly through the Salamanca district 🦎, a major commercial and aristocratic area, where you'll see luxurious apartments and buildings 💫. At km 19, the Plaza de Callao, one of the city's main squares 🏙️, awaits you, before heading towards the Puerta del Sol, the "Sun Gate" 🌞. As you can see, you're entering one of the most interesting parts of your journey, where you'll have the chance to see many beautiful monuments 🗽. The most notable are those at La Plaza de la Villa, beautifully preserved historic sites, dating back to the 17th century, designed in the unique Baroque style of Madrid's architecture. Sounds tempting, right? Well, if you're up for it 👢, know that less than 1 km further, you'll pass by the magnificent Royal Palace 👑 and the Plaza de España 👈, all the while enjoying a fantastic atmosphere 🎉 and lively concerts 🎸.
We hope these entertainments will give you enough energy for the second half ✌️ of your challenge. Yep, you'll be halfway through your journey! Don't forget to take the time to admire the Faro de Moncloa 👀, enjoy the greenery of the university city 🌳, and the Parque del Oeste as you go! Then, you'll be immersed in the lush Casa de Campo before passing by the amusement park 🎢 that will turn your world upside down 🤪 (your legs will be too! 😂). You'll return to the vicinity of the old town by the river 💦. At the 36th kilometer, the real challenge begins with a passage near the Catedral de la Almudena ⛪️ where your legs will seriously start to feel the burn 😅. Brace yourself as it's an uphill stretch that will lead you to your goal! Take comfort: you'll pass close to the Reina Sofia Art Center 🎨, the Atocha Station, the Prado Museum, the Neptune Fountain ⛲️ and the Cybèle Palace 🏰. You will finally cross the finish line 🏁 on the Paseo de Recoletos 🏛, near the magnificent National Library 📕.
To reassure you, know that the entire course is lined with entertainment 🥳 that should give you wings! 🪽 Refreshment stations are also scattered along the route, about every 3.1 miles 😋.
Half Marathon
Road Running- Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 9:00 AM
- Elevation gain : 175mD+
- 7,000+ runners in the last edition
A few more words
Curious about what the middle distance of the event has to offer? 🧐 With a total of 175 mD+ and 21.097 km, the Madrid Half Marathon takes you through some of the city's most memorable spots. Let's dive into the details right here 👇.
First off, the initial 19 km are shared with the marathon route: starting at Plaza de Gregorio Maranon, under the cool morning air (9am) 🤭, then a gentle climb towards the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium 🏟️⚽️, before reaching the Plaza de Castilla (thankfully, it's flat!). A U-turn 🔄 by the iconic Cuatro Torres 🌆 at the 4km mark, followed by 6km of sheer joy on a gentle descent towards the Plaza de Castilla! 📉 Next, you'll take Calle Bravo Murillo and turn onto Calle de Raimundo Fernandez Villaverde. At km 8, you'll pass by the Azca Complex, the financial heart 💴 of the city. Then, you'll loop through the eastern center 👉 of the city, particularly through the Salamanca district 🦎, a major commercial and aristocratic area of the city.
At km 19, the Plaza de Callao awaits you, and further on, the Puerta del Sol, the "Gate of the Sun" 🌞. As you can see, you're entering one of the most interesting parts of your journey, where numerous beautiful monuments 🗽 are a must-see, including La Plaza de la Villa where you'll find beautifully preserved historical sites from the 17th century, done in the unique Madrilenian Baroque style. Your next stop will be the Congreso de los Diputados, the Fountain of Neptune ⛲️, the Palace of Cybele 🏰 before storming down to the Paseo de Recoletos, your finish line 🏁.
If it's any consolation, know that the entire course is peppered with entertainment 🥳 that's bound to give you wings! 🪽 Plus, there are refreshment stations spread out about every 5 km 😋.
Road Running 10 km
Road Running- Sunday, April 28, 2024 at 8:00 AM
- Elevation gain : 122mD+
- 2,000+ runners in the last edition
A few more words
Speed and thrill enthusiasts will love the 10 km of Madrid with its downhill profile, perfect for a personal best!⏱️
Kicking off at Plaza de Gregorio Maranon at 8 AM, with a slight uphill stretch to the 2nd km leading to the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium 🏟️⚽️, you'll dive into 8 km of downhill sprinting! The cultural showcase begins near the end, as you pass the 8th km mark by Plaza de Callao, and further on, the Puerta del Sol, the 'Gate of the Sun' 🌞. You'll then enter one of the most scenic parts of your journey, where numerous beautiful monuments 🗽 await, including the Congreso de los Diputados, the Fountain of Neptune ⛲️, the Palacio de Cibeles 🏰 before you storm through to the Paseo de Recoletos, your finish line 🏁.
Any more questions?
For the Marathon: €75 until 12/31/2023, then €85 until 02/29/2024, and €95 until 04/15/2024
For the Half-Marathon: €50 until 12/31/2023, then €60 until 02/29/2024, and €70 until 04/15/2024
For the 10K: €30 until 12/31/2023, then €35 until 02/29/2024, and €40 until 04/15/2024
Please note, a license from the Spanish Athletics Federation (RFEA) is required to participate. This license is not included in the race bib fee. The cost is €5 for the marathon, €3 for the half-marathon, and €3 for the 10K.
You can collect your race bib at the CORRIDOR FAIR (IFEMA) during the following times:
Friday, April 26, 2024, from 10 am to 8 pm
Saturday, April 27, 2024, from 10 am to 8 pm
Please be aware that no race bibs will be issued on the day of the race.
For the Marathon: start at 9 am
For the Half-Marathon: start at 9 am
For the 10K: start at 8 am
The races will start at Paseo de la Castellana (Plaza de Gregorio Marañón). You can use public transport, especially the subway, to get there:
Line 7 and 10: "Gregorio Marañón" stop
Line 5: Rubén Darío stop
Participants must have a federal license or a runner’s card, issued by the RFEA (Royal Spanish Athletics Federation), on the day of the race. Participants who do not have a federal license or a runner's card issued by the RFEA before the race can acquire a one-day federal license from the organization during the registration process.
Yes, a maximum time is set to complete each distance:
For the Marathon: 6 hours
For the Half-Marathon: 3 hours
For the 10K: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Yes, pacers will participate in the races to help you meet your goals, for each distance:
For the Marathon: 3h; 3h15; 3h30; 3h45; 4h; 4h15; 4h30; 5h
For the Half-Marathon: 1h30; 1h40; 1h50; 2h
For the 10K: 40 min; 45 min; 50 min; 55 min; 60 min
There will be refreshment stations at the following kilometers:
5
10
15
20
24
27
30
33
37
40
at the finish lines
You must be at least 18 years old to participate in the races.
For the Marathon: 6 hours
For the Half-Marathon: 3 hours
For the 10K: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Here is how the ranking works:
Overall ranking for men and women
Spanish ranking
Rankings by categories
Classification for male and female wheelchair athletes
Athletes with functional disabilities (individuals with physical disabilities, cerebral palsy, and brain injuries)
Athletes with sensory disabilities (blind and deaf)
Athletes with intellectual disabilities
Awards will be given in the form of trophies:
First three places in the overall male ranking
First three places in the overall female ranking
First place in the Spanish ranking
First three places in the male wheelchair athlete ranking
First three places in the female wheelchair athlete ranking
In addition, several financial prizes will be awarded to the winners; amounts depend on the race, category, and runner's position. To view these prizes, you can click here.
Want to lend a hand? You can sign up as a volunteer by clicking here.
Have more questions? You can contact the organizers by email: info@rocknrollmadridrun.com
Changing rooms will be available for participants and completely free of charge. They will be located in the Meta district on the Paseo de la Castellana, between Hermosilla and Marqués de Villamagna streets and accessible from 7 am to 3:30 pm on April 28, 2024.
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