Valencia Marathon elevation profile: 28 m gain and 28 m loss over 42.195 km, with segment pacing, fueling notes, and race tips.
The Valencia Marathon Trinidad Alfonso is known as the 'World's Fastest City' due to its exceptional flat course, ideal December weather, and fast times. The course passes the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Location | Valencia, Spain |
| Distance | 42.195 km |
| Elevation gain | 28 m (92 ft) |
| Elevation loss | 28 m (92 ft) |
| Start / finish elevation | 12 m / 12 m |
| Official site | https://www.valenciaciudaddelrunning.com/en/marathon/ |
Valencia's flat course and perfect December weather make it ideal for even pacing and PRs. This is a course built for speed.
| Miles | Terrain | Advice |
|---|---|---|
| 1-5 | Flat (City center) | Start controlled. Great atmosphere but don't go out too fast. |
| 6-12 | Flat (Northern loop) | Through residential areas. Settle into rhythm. |
| 13-18 | Flat (Waterfront) | Along the old Turia riverbed. Beautiful and fast. |
| 19-23 | Flat (City of Arts and Sciences) | Stunning modern architecture. Stay focused despite scenery. |
| 24-26 | Flat (Finish) | Fast finish. If you ran smart, you can PR here. |
Perfect conditions for precise fueling. The predictable flat terrain means consistent energy expenditure. Follow your practiced plan exactly.
Valencia has produced numerous national records and personal bests. The combination of flat course (28m gain), ideal December weather (10-15°C), and organized pacers creates perfect PR conditions.
Valencia is arguably better for PRs - it's flatter (28m vs 67m), has better weather (December vs September), and has less crowding. Many elite runners choose Valencia for record attempts.
December offers near-perfect marathon conditions: 8-15°C (46-59°F), low humidity, minimal wind. Rarely hot, occasionally chilly at the start.
Moderately competitive. Registration opens in spring and sells out within months. Faster than Tokyo/London, slower than Chicago.
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