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Zurich Barcelona Marathon

Expected March 2027

OpenOpen entry

Distance

42.2 km

Elevation gain

155 m

Terrain

Road

Entry type

Open entry

PB potential

3/5

Good conditions for a solid performance

Beginner friendly

4/5

Great for newcomers — manageable course, strong support

About this race

Barcelona's marathon course is an architectural tour de force. Runners pass the Sagrada Família, Casa Batlló and Casa Milà (Gaudí's masterpieces), the Arc de Triomf, Gothic Quarter, Las Ramblas, the Olympic stadium on Montjuïc hill, the beachfront Barceloneta, and the Port Olímpic marina. The 155m of elevation includes the Montjuïc ascent at km 16 — a 2km climb that is a defining feature of the race. March temperatures of 12–18°C are pleasant, and the chance of rain is modest. Barcelona's crowd support is outstanding — the city genuinely embraces its marathon, and the Spanish passion for running (and celebration afterwards) is infectious. This is one of Europe's most rewarding marathon experiences.

Typical race-day weather

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Temperature

11–18°C

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Humidity

55–70%

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Conditions

Mediterranean spring — warm, sunny, slight chance of rain

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Wind

10–20 km/h off the sea

Who this race suits

Runners who want a spectacular, architecture-rich city marathon with easy open entry. The Montjuïc climb makes it a scenic experience race more than a flat PB course.

Fast in parts, but the ~2 km Montjuïc climb around km 16 and rolling sections cost time. Pleasant March conditions and great crowds make it hugely enjoyable.

Overview

Field size
~18,000–20,000 finishers
Course type
Loop through central Barcelona, with one notable climb
Entry
Open paid entry

Course intelligence

Profile
Rolling, with a defining ~2 km climb up Montjuïc around km 16
Highlights
Sagrada Família, Gaudí's Casa Batlló and Casa Milà, Las Ramblas, Montjuïc, and the seafront

Registration

How to enter
Direct paid registration
Registration opens
Opens well ahead; generally accessible

Travel & logistics

Best airport
Barcelona El Prat (BCN)
Getting around
Metro and buses cover the city; a T-casual multi-ride ticket is handy
Where to stay
Eixample or near Plaça d'Espanya for course and metro access

Runner tips

  • Save energy for the Montjuïc climb around km 16 — don't spend it on the fast early kilometres.
  • March sun off the sea warms up quickly; plan hydration for the later, more exposed miles.
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Entry information

StatusOpen
Entry typeOpen entry
Race dateExpected March 2027

Next edition date estimated — confirm exact date with the official site.

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