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Zurich Marato Barcelona
Spain's First Popular Marathon Since 1978
Spain's first and most popular marathon past La Sagrada Familia and along the Mediterranean seafront.
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Race date: March 15, 2026 at 8:30 AM.
About
The Zurich Marato Barcelona is Spain's first popular marathon, first run in 1978 in Palafrugell before moving to Barcelona in 1980. Holding World Athletics Silver Label status, the fast course takes runners past iconic landmarks including La Sagrada Familia, Casa Batllo, the Arc de Triomf, and along the Mediterranean seafront. The 2026 edition sold out, making it the most attended edition in history with over 20,000 runners from more than 100 countries.
Location
| Venue | Placa de Catalunya |
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| Address | Passeig de Gracia, Barcelona |
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Course
| Surface | Road |
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| Course type | Loop |
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| Elevation gain | 50 m |
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| Boston qualifier | Listed as Boston qualifier |
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| Weather notes | Mid-March in Barcelona is typically 9 to 17 C (48 to 63 F). Mild and mostly dry. Excellent marathon conditions. |
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Race profile
| First held | 1978 |
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| Average runners | 20,000 |
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Registration
| Price | €65 to €89 |
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| Participant limit | 20,000 |
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Contact
| Organizer | Barcelona Marathon Platform / Institut Barcelona Esports |
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