Course Map
About this Race
The Maratón Montevideo is a flat, coastal course through the Uruguayan capital, tracing the long waterfront rambla along the Río de la Plata on level, runner-friendly terrain. The flat profile and mild climate make it a reasonable personal-best target. Held in autumn, it offers cool, pleasant conditions, with riverside wind the main variable. The relaxed seaside setting defines the day. It suits runners who want an accessible, flat coastal South American race in a temperate climate with a fast-leaning profile.
Course Insight
Montevideo is a flat, mild marathon tracing the long waterfront Rambla, scenic and 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 to shelter from. The riverfront setting is pleasant and open. Pace it evenly and the flat course rewards a measured effort.
Difficulty Breakdown
Mostly due to significant climbing (246m), tough late hills.
Course Details
- Course type
- Out-And-Back
- Elevation gain
- 246m
- Elevation loss
- 240m
- Highest point
- 57m
- Lowest point
- 8m
- Net elevation
- +6m
- Start
- Starts and finishes at the Intendencia de Montevideo, on Avenida 18 de Julio; route includes Rambla Republica Argentina.
- Cutoff time
- 6h 0m
Race History
The Maratón Montevideo grew into its modern form in the 2000s, a flat coastal course tracing the long waterfront rambla along the Río de la Plata in the Uruguayan capital. Its level profile and mild climate made it a reasonable personal-best target. Over the years it drew a steady field to the seaside route. Held in autumn, it remains an accessible, flat coastal South American race.
Plan Your Trip
Everything you need to know to get there, get settled, and get to the start line.
- Nearest airport(s)
- Montevideo Carrasco (MVD)
- Best area to stay
- The Ciudad Vieja for atmospheric stays near the route, Pocitos for charming seaside options on the Rambla, and the Centro for full hotel options.
- Getting to the start
- The start is near the centre/Rambla; take a taxi or walk from central hotels to the start.