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Seville Marathon

One of Europe's flattest and fastest, a cool-February personal-best and record destination.

Good for Debut
1.5/10 Difficulty
59m Elevation Gain
1985 Founded

Course Map

Elevation Profile
km
mi

Route based on 2025 course — may differ slightly from this year.

About this Race

The Zurich Maratón de Sevilla is one of the flattest and fastest courses in Europe, a pancake-level loop through the elegant Andalusian city past the cathedral, the Giralda, and the grand plazas. The completely flat profile and the cool February staging have made it a premier personal-best and record destination. The smooth roads and favorable conditions put the entire emphasis on pacing and fitness. The beautiful historic backdrop adds appeal without slowing anyone down. It suits the dedicated PB chaser who wants a genuinely fast course in a mild, scenic winter setting.

city flat fast record-friendly historic pb-friendly

Course Insight

Seville is among the flattest and fastest marathons in Europe, a dead-level February course in mild Andalusian air that has become a personal-best magnet. The total absence of hills means your own restraint is the only governor early on. Cool winter conditions are ideal for racing. The historic city is a beautiful backdrop. Hold back early and the flat course hands you a quick time.

Pro tip: On one of Europe's flattest courses, let restraint be your only job — hold back early and the cool February air delivers a PB.

Difficulty Breakdown

1.5/10

Mostly due to very flat.

Elevation
1.3
Hill Placement
2.0
Weather
0.3
Turns
4.1

How we calculate difficulty →

Course Details

Course type
Loop
Elevation gain
59m
Elevation loss
75m
Highest point
15m
Lowest point
5m
Net elevation
-16m
Start
Starts on Avenida de Maria Luisa near the Casino de la Exposicion, finishes at the Glorieta de Buenos Aires on Paseo de las Delicias.
Cutoff time
6h 0m

Race History

The Zurich Maratón de Sevilla grew into one of the flattest and fastest courses in Europe, a pancake-level loop through the elegant Andalusian city past the cathedral and grand plazas. Its completely flat profile and cool February timing made it a premier personal-best and record destination. Over the years it became a magnet for fast times. It remains one of the continent's quickest marathons.

Plan Your Trip

Everything you need to know to get there, get settled, and get to the start line.

Nearest airport(s)
Seville (SVQ), Jerez (XRY) & Málaga (AGP)
Best area to stay
Santa Cruz for atmospheric stays near the route, Triana for characterful riverside options, and the Alameda for trendy, value stays.
Getting to the start
The start is at the Estadio de La Cartuja; take a bus or taxi to La Cartuja, as it's across the river from the centre.

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