Course Map
About this Race
The Gdańsk Marathon is a course through the historic Baltic port city of northern Poland, tracing the Hanseatic old town and the coastal surroundings on largely flat terrain. The level profile is reasonably fast, with the seaside setting bringing some wind into play. Held in spring, it offers cool conditions and handsome maritime scenery. The old town and Baltic coast define the day. It suits runners who want a flat-leaning, characterful Polish coastal race in a cool window over major-event spectacle.
Course Insight
Gdańsk is a flat coastal marathon on the Baltic through the Polish port city, runnable on level ground with sea air. The flatness leaves pacing discipline to you on the open stretches. A coastal breeze is the main variable. The harbour setting is atmospheric. Pace it evenly and the flat route delivers a clean day.
Difficulty Breakdown
Mostly due to very flat.
Course Details
- Course type
- Loop
- Elevation gain
- 72m
- Elevation loss
- 80m
- Highest point
- 25m
- Net elevation
- -8m
- Start
- Starts and finishes at Polsat Plus Arena Gdansk stadium.
- Cutoff time
- 5h 30m
Race History
The Gdańsk Marathon is a course through the historic Baltic port city of northern Poland, tracing the Hanseatic old town and coastal surroundings on largely flat terrain. Its level profile, with seaside wind a factor, gave it a maritime character. Over the years it drew a steady field. Held in spring, it remains a flat, characterful Polish coastal race.
Plan Your Trip
Everything you need to know to get there, get settled, and get to the start line.
- Nearest airport(s)
- Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa (GDN)
- Best area to stay
- Główne Miasto for atmospheric stays near the route, the waterfront for scenic options, and Wrzeszcz for value stays.
- Getting to the start
- The start is near the centre; take a tram or walk from central hotels to the start.