Course Map
Route based on 2025 course — may differ slightly from this year.
About this Race
The Runtalya Marathon is a flat, coastal course in the Turkish Mediterranean resort city of Antalya, tracing the seafront and the ancient surroundings on largely level roads. The flat profile and mild climate make it a reasonable personal-best target. Held in April, it offers cool, pleasant conditions and bright coastal scenery. The Mediterranean seafront defines the day. It suits runners who want a flat, sun-warmed coastal Turkish race in a mild spring window with a fast-leaning profile.
Course Insight
Antalya offers a flat, mild March marathon along the Turkish Mediterranean coast, scenic and quick on level ground. The flatness leaves pacing discipline to you on the open stretches. A sea breeze is the main variable. The coastal setting is a pleasant constant. Pace it evenly and the flat route rewards a measured effort.
Difficulty Breakdown
Mostly due to tough late hills.
Course Details
- Course type
- Out-And-Back
- Elevation gain
- 175m
- Elevation loss
- 169m
- Highest point
- 46m
- Lowest point
- 3m
- Net elevation
- +6m
- Start
- Starts at the Antalya Cultural Center (Cam Piramit / Glass Pyramid).
Race History
The Runtalya Marathon grew into its modern form in the 2000s as a flat, coastal course in the Turkish Mediterranean resort city of Antalya, tracing the seafront and ancient surroundings. Its level profile and mild spring climate made it a reasonable personal-best target. Over the years it drew a steady field to the coast. Held each April, it remains a flat, sun-warmed coastal Turkish race.
Plan Your Trip
Everything you need to know to get there, get settled, and get to the start line.
- Nearest airport(s)
- Antalya (AYT)
- Best area to stay
- Kaleiçi in the Old Town for atmospheric stays near the route, Lara for beachfront resort options, and Konyaaltı for value seaside stays.
- Getting to the start
- The start is near the centre/seafront; take a taxi or walk from central hotels to the start.