Course Map
About this Race
The Volkswagen Ljubljana Marathon is a flat, fast course through the charming Slovenian capital, tracing the picturesque old town, the river, and the castle-topped hillside on smooth, level roads. The forgiving profile makes it a strong personal-best target. Held in October, it offers crisp autumn conditions ideal for hard racing. The fairy-tale cityscape and warm crowds define the day. It suits the PB chaser who wants a fast, scenic, and accessible central-European race in a cool-weather window.
Course Insight
Ljubljana is a flat, fast October marathon through the Slovenian capital, smooth and quick on level ground. The flatness leaves pacing discipline to you on the open early miles. Crisp autumn air suits fast running. The charming city centre is a pleasant backdrop. Pace it evenly and the level course delivers the time you trained for.
Difficulty Breakdown
A fast, runner-friendly course.
Course Details
- Course type
- Loop
- Elevation gain
- 120m
- Elevation loss
- 117m
- Highest point
- 317m
- Lowest point
- 289m
- Net elevation
- +3m
- Start
- Starts on Slovenska cesta, finishes at Congress Square.
- Cutoff time
- 6h 0m
Race History
The Volkswagen Ljubljana Marathon was first held in 1996, a flat, fast course through the charming Slovenian capital, tracing the picturesque old town, river, and castle-topped hillside. Its forgiving profile and warm crowds made it a strong personal-best target. From its founding it grew into Slovenia's premier marathon. Held each October, it draws a field to the fairy-tale city.
Plan Your Trip
Everything you need to know to get there, get settled, and get to the start line.
- Nearest airport(s)
- Jože Pučnik (LJU), Trieste (TRS), Klagenfurt (KLU) & Zagreb (ZAG)
- Best area to stay
- The Old Town for atmospheric riverside stays near the route, the Center district for full hotels, and Trnovo for charming, quieter options.
- Getting to the start
- The start is near the centre; walk from central hotels, as the centre is compact.