La Paz International Marathon
The World's Highest City Marathon at 3,600 Metres in the Andes.
Race day
23
Aug 2026
Past eventThe 2026 La Paz International Marathon took place on August 23, 2026. The details below are kept for reference and results.
The World's Highest City Marathon at 3,600 Metres in the Andes.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 23 August 2026Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Start time | 07:00 local (America/La Paz)Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Distances | Full Marathon · Half Marathon · 10KCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Location | La Paz, BoliviaCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Start area | Plaza del Estudiante, La Paz, BoliviaConfirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Entry price | BOB 80–BOB 150Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Course | Road · Loop · World Athletics certifiedCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 450 mCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Field size | About 4,000 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Maratón La PazCurated listing · 25 May 2026 | Curated listing | 25 May 2026 |
| Official website | maratonlapaz.com.boOrganizer · 25 May 2026 | Organizer | 25 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 25 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 25 May 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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The world's highest city marathon at 3,600m — La Paz's Andes canyons with Illimani volcano as backdrop.
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Best For
Runners comparing road race options
La Paz International Marathon belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K options around La Paz, Bolivia and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
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A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
Decision Signal
Performance claims need source checks
La Paz International Marathon should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in La Paz, Bolivia, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, loop course, certified course, 450 m elevation gain listed. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
La Paz International Marathon is currently listed for August 23, 2026, which makes the August planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around La Paz, Bolivia, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include road surface, loop course, certified course, 450 m elevation gain listed. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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