Gandía Half Marathon & 10K 2026

Today we’re taking you to smash your PRs under the sun of the Iberian Peninsula ☀️. Pack your best running shorts in your suitcase and head to the Valencian Community in Spain for the perfect combo of running and pleasure 🏖️. It’s in early November that the legendary Gandia Half Marathon will take place (or Mitja Marató & 10K Gandía for the locals 📍). Nestled in the province of Valencia, the pretty coastal town of Gandia is waiting for you for a high-intensity outing, with the guarantee of running in an electrifying atmosphere where Iberian supporters cheer like nowhere else 📣. Nearly 18 entertainment spots are planned—the music is going to be loud! You’re about to run along the seaside 🌊, with varied landscapes blending nature, palm trees and typical cobblestones. Not bad, right? 🤓 On top of that, Spain is well known for its extraordinary festive atmosphere. So if you’re worried about not being cheered on, stop stressing right now—you can count on them to motivate you! 🎉

Running is cool, but how far? 🤔 The recipe is simple but terribly effective. You can choose between two dynamic formats: the flagship half marathon with its solid 21.097 km, or the ultra-fast 10K for those who prefer to let their speed do the talking over a shorter distance ⚡️. For this edition, the organizers are thinking big, offering a total of 2,500 bibs on the start line 🏁. It may sound like a lot, but trust us—you don’t want to wait around to secure yours 🎟️. On both courses, forget big elevation gains or steep trails right away. This is pure road running, urban, with a flat profile designed to shave off precious seconds ⏱️. It’s the perfect moment to target a personal best, or a "PB" as the peloton purists say 🏃‍♂️. For the historical anecdote that will help you shine at your next meal, know that Gandia is not just a seaside resort. It’s the historic stronghold of the famous Borgia family! 👑 The Ducal Palace, located right in the city center, has seen generations of dukes who, in their time, were running a very different race—for power, not a medal.

Once you’ve crossed the line and your medal is securely hanging around your neck, no way you’re heading straight for the shower 🚿. You’re in Spain—time to enjoy yourself in ways other than sweating! The region is packed with treasures, and you’ll have earned an active recovery session 🔥. Head straight to the huge fine sandy beach to relax your calves in the waters of the Mediterranean Sea 🌊. Then, grab a seat on a terrace in the historic center to taste the city’s absolute culinary specialty: Gandia’s Fideuà. Unlike its big sister, paella, it’s cooked a bit differently—but we’ll let you discover that for yourself 😉. A massive carb boost, perfect to validate your post-race carb loading . Finally, you can stroll through the little streets to admire the Borgia Ducal Palace and debrief your morning feats while savoring the mildness of the Spanish autumn 🇪🇸.

Ready to Gan-bathe through the streets of Gandia? 🌟