Mitja marató & 10 K de Gandía 2026

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

Running is cool, but running how far? 🤔 The recipe is simple but terribly effective. You can choose between two dynamic formats: the flagship event of the half marathon with its 21.097 km well packed, or the ultra-fast 10 km format for those who prefer to let speed do the talking, over a shorter distance ⚡️. For this edition, the organizers have thought big by offering a total of 2,500 bibs on the starting line 🏁. So, it may seem like a lot, but let's just say you shouldn't dawdle in booking yours 🎟️. On both routes, forget about steep elevation or rugged trails. This is pure road running, urban, with a flat profile designed to shave off precious seconds ⏱️. It's the perfect time to aim for a personal record or a "PR" as the purists of the pack say 🏃‍♂️. For a historical anecdote that will let you shine at your next meal, know that Gandia is not just a simple seaside resort. It's the historic stronghold of the famous Borgia family! 👑 The ducal palace, located right in the center, has seen generations of dukes who, in their day, ran a completely different race, one for power and not for a medal.

Once you've crossed the line and the medal is firmly hung around your neck, there's no question of heading straight to the shower 🚿. You're in Spain, it's time to enjoy it in ways other than sweating! The region is full of treasures and you'll have well earned an active recovery session 🔥. Head straight to the huge fine sand beach to relax your calves in the waters of the Mediterranean Sea 🌊. Then, settle on a terrace in the historic center to taste the city's ultimate culinary specialty: the Fideuà of Gandia. Unlike its big sister paella, it's cooked a little differently, but we'll let you discover that for yourself 😉. A massive intake of carbs, perfect for completing your post-race carb loading . Finally, you can stroll through the alleys to admire the Borgia Ducal Palace and debrief your morning's exploits while savoring the mildness of the Spanish autumn 🇪🇸.

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