Dubai Burj2Burj Half Marathon course.
The half marathon course for 2027 (24 Jan 2027): flat, 20 m of climbing.
Half Marathon
- Distance
- 21.1
- kilometers
- Climb
- 20 m
- total ascent
- Descent
- 21 m
- total descent
- Profile
- Flat
- PB territory
- Layout
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- Road
- Time limit
- —
- not published
- Start
- TBC
- not published
Racing it
Pro tips
- 01
Flat and Fast
With only 20m of total climb, the course is essentially flat. Treat it like a time trial: set your pace early and hold it on the long straights.
From the elevation profile
- 02
Cool Start
Typical race-day temperature is 16.3°C, which is cool for Dubai. Wear layers you can discard or arm sleeves, and warm up thoroughly before the gun.
From the temperature
- 03
Straight and Steady
The course features long straight sections along coastal roads. Use them to settle into a consistent rhythm rather than constantly adjusting pace.
From the description
- 04
Fast Field
Elites regularly run quick times here, so the start will be fast. Avoid going out too hard; stick to your own pacing plan.
From the description
- 05
Mental Checkpoints
The flat, straight course can be mentally taxing. Break the race into segments and use the Gulf and skyline views as landmarks to stay focused.
From the description
Written by AI from the course data. Check race-day details with the organizer.