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title: "Valencia Marathon Elevation Profile & Course Map | TrainPace"
description: "Valencia Marathon elevation profile: 28 m gain and 28 m loss over 42.195 km, with segment pacing, fueling notes, and race tips."
url: https://trainpace.com/preview-route/valencia
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# Valencia Marathon Elevation Profile & Course Analysis

Valencia Marathon elevation profile: 28 m gain and 28 m loss over 42.195 km, with segment pacing, fueling notes, and race tips.

## Valencia Marathon course facts

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.

**Valencia Marathon at a glance**

| 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 Marathon pacing strategy

Valencia's flat course and perfect December weather make it ideal for even pacing and PRs. This is a course built for speed.

**Pacing by course segment (miles)**

| 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. |

## Fueling notes

Perfect conditions for precise fueling. The predictable flat terrain means consistent energy expenditure. Follow your practiced plan exactly.

## Race-day tips

- Self-proclaimed 'World's Fastest City' - justifiably so
- December weather is nearly perfect for marathons
- City of Arts and Sciences provides stunning backdrop
- Fast flat course with excellent crowd support

## Frequently asked questions

### Why is Valencia called the fastest marathon?

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.

### How does Valencia compare to Berlin for a PR?

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.

### What's the weather like in Valencia in December?

December offers near-perfect marathon conditions: 8-15°C (46-59°F), low humidity, minimal wind. Rarely hot, occasionally chilly at the start.

### How hard is it to get into Valencia Marathon?

Moderately competitive. Registration opens in spring and sells out within months. Faster than Tokyo/London, slower than Chicago.

- [Valencia Marathon race prep: paces and fueling](https://trainpace.com/race/valencia-marathon)

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