Almagro Marathon

What is the route of the Almagro Marathon

The race starts on Avenida de la Música with an initial lap of about 816 metres. Runners then complete 14 laps of a 2,960-metre triangle made up of Almagro's Eco vía greenway and Joaquín Rodrigo and Avenida de la Música streets.

The circuit is completely flat and on asphalt. Each lap (about 3 km) has a solid and liquid aid station where runners can also leave their own nutrition. The time limit is 6 hours.

These details come from the 8th edition (2026) regulations; the organisers usually keep the same circuit, but check the 2027 rules once they're published.

Key kilometer points of the Almagro Marathon

• Km 0-0,8 — Vuelta de desfase

  Salida en la Avenida de la Música con una primera vuelta corta de unos 816 metros por las calles del entorno para ajustar la distancia.

• Km 0,8-42,195 — 14 vueltas al circuito de la Eco vía

  Catorce vueltas a un triángulo de 2.960 metros formado por la Eco vía de Almagro y las calles Joaquín Rodrigo y Avenida de la Música, completamente llano y de asfalto, con avituallamiento en cada vuelta.

Where to stay for the Almagro Marathon

Almagro's historic centre, around the Plaza Mayor and the Corral de Comedias, is the best place to stay: it's close to the start/finish area and has a good choice of rural houses, hotels and the Parador.

If you can't find a room, Ciudad Real, about 25 km away, has many more hotels and a direct road connection.

Getting there from the airport for the Almagro Marathon

The most convenient airport is Madrid-Barajas. From Madrid, the AVE high-speed train reaches Ciudad Real in about an hour.

From Ciudad Real to Almagro it's about 25 km, roughly 20-25 minutes by car; Almagro also has a regional train station.

Frequently Asked Questions about Almagro Marathon

Can I run the marathon as a relay?

Yes, there's a relay category for teams of 2 runners (mixed teams allowed): the first runs the initial lap plus 7 laps and the second the remaining 7 laps. The handover is done with a wristband carrying the timing chip.

How much is the entry fee?

In 2026 it was €40 for the individual marathon and €20 per relay runner, with a €5 discount for members of the 100 Maratones España club. If bibs remain, you can enter on race day for €50 (T-shirt not guaranteed).

What is the minimum age?

Runners must be 18 on race day.

Is there a time limit?

Yes, the maximum time to finish the marathon is 6 hours.

What does the entry include?

A commemorative medal for individual marathon finishers, a finisher T-shirt or sweatshirt for all participants, aid stations on every lap and showers at the José Manuel Roldán sports hall.

Can I transfer or defer my entry?

Fees aren't refunded, but before 24 December you can transfer your entry to someone else or keep it for the following year.

About Almagro Marathon

The Almagro Marathon is one of the first marathons on the Spanish calendar, held in late January in the town famous for its Corral de Comedias theatre, in the Campo de Calatrava region (Ciudad Real). Organised by the Kilómetro Cero club with Almagro Town Council, it reaches its 9th edition in 2027.

Its main appeal is a completely flat asphalt circuit, ideal for chasing a time or adding a winter marathon with little elevation. As well as the individual race, you can run it as a two-person relay (mixed teams allowed), each member covering a half marathon.

It's a friendly, small-scale race with an aid station on every lap, showers afterwards and a finisher T-shirt or sweatshirt for everyone, perfect for marathon collectors or anyone looking for a first experience at the distance.