Comrades Marathon
Location
Pietermaritzburg
South Africa
Distance
Ultra
Date
June 13, 2027
in 310 days
Elevation Gain
1650m
hillier than 1 of 20 similar races
Course TypePoint-to-point
Typical WeatherSouth African winter, 10-20°C (50-68°F), dry and cool
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The world's oldest and largest ultra-marathon since 1921, run between Durban and Pietermaritzburg. This edition is an 89km 'Down' Run from Pietermaritzburg to Durban.
What Makes This Race Special
- World's oldest ultra since 1921
- World's largest ultra-marathon
- 89km 'Down' Run to Durban
- Alternating up/down years
- South African tradition