🇱🇹Vilnius, Lithuania
Vilnius Marathon
Sep 13, 2026
Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
120 m
Terrain
Road
Entry type
Open entry
PB potential
Good conditions for a solid performance
Beginner friendly
Great for newcomers — manageable course, strong support
About this race
Vilnius is one of Europe's most beautiful and least-visited capitals, and its marathon reflects the city's character: authentic, uncrowded, and historically rich. The course runs through the UNESCO-listed Baroque Old Town with its 1,500 preserved buildings, past Vilnius Cathedral, the Gate of Dawn, Gediminas Tower, and along the Neris and Vilnia river parkways. The 120m of elevation includes several climbs through Vilnius' hilly terrain. September conditions are ideal — 13–19°C — and the city's amber September light through the Baroque spires is extraordinary. Entry is very affordable, crowds are warm, and Vilnius' emerging culinary scene (cepelinai, kibinai, craft beer) makes post-race recovery excellent.
Typical race-day weather
Temperature
12–19°C
Humidity
60–70%
Conditions
Baltic September — warm and dry, excellent for racing
Wind
10–15 km/h
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