🇪🇸Málaga, Spain
Málaga Marathon
Dec 6, 2026
Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
75 m
Terrain
Road
Entry type
Open entry
PB potential
Excellent PB course — flat, fast, and well-paced
Beginner friendly
Great for newcomers — manageable course, strong support
About this race
Málaga's December marathon offers something rare in European winter racing: reliable sunshine and mild temperatures (15–22°C) that make December feel like October elsewhere. The near-flat course (75m elevation) runs along the Paseo Marítimo del Pedregalejo, through the historic Moorish old town past the Alcazaba fortress and the Picasso birthplace, and around the new Soho arts district. The Mediterranean coast is within sight throughout the waterfront sections. December conditions are virtually guaranteed to be dry and pleasant — the Costa del Sol earns its name. Málaga has transformed in recent years into one of Spain's most dynamic cities, with world-class contemporary art (the Pompidou Málaga) and food scene to match.
Typical race-day weather
Temperature
14–22°C
Humidity
55–65%
Conditions
Costa del Sol winter — warm, sunny, near-perfect
Wind
10–15 km/h Mediterranean
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