Spiritual Marathon of Fez 2026

Another magnificent opportunity to run on Moroccan soil! 🇲🇦

Finishers invite you this time to a unique adventure in the spiritual city of Morocco: Fez! ⭐ This millennial city is ready to host the next edition of the Spiritual Marathon of Fez 👑. Yes, it is a marathon, THE mythical 42 km race through the bustling streets and exceptional landscapes of Fez 🙌. But for runners eager for a more accessible challenge, don't worry, the event also offers a half-marathon, splitting the distance with 21 km! 🍐 And if you need to cut down the kilometers a bit more, the 10 km race will be perfect for you! 🔥

To immerse yourself in the city's fascinating history, here's a remarkable anecdote: Fez was founded under the reign of Idris I 🤴. According to legend, the first foundations were dug with a golden and silver pickaxe 💎, giving the city its name, as "Fez" means pickaxe in Arabic ⛏️. It's a beautiful way to imagine the origins of this magical city 🌟. Its magic has indeed spread to raise running champions! 🏃‍♂️ Abderrahime Bouramdane is an elite runner from Fez. He made his mark by breaking his personal record at the London Marathon in 2h07'33 ! 👏 This isn't his only achievement; he also competed in the world athletics championships in 2011 in Daegu, where he secured the 4th place! 🏅

The marathon route will reveal iconic sites 📸. From the new city to historical districts such as the Méchoir 📖, with its famous Royal Palace and green spaces 🌱. The Spiritual Marathon of Fez will offer stunning views of the Medina, a living maze listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site 🌍. In the historically rich districts of this city, there are tanneries and ironworkers ⚗️ practicing their ancient crafts, a unique expertise of Morocco. There will also be fondouks, medersas ☪️, mosques, libraries 🕌, and many authentic and impressive Islamic sites! 🤲

If you want to extend your stay, the surroundings of Fez are full of treasures 🔮. The nearby city of Meknes, with its palaces and imposing walls, or the peaceful gardens of Bou Inania, are perfect for recharging after the effort 🚶‍♀️.

So get your shoes and your steel mentality ready ⛓️, because the Spiritual Marathon of Fez is waiting for you for an unforgettable sporting and cultural experience! 😎