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Egyptian -Luxor

Egyptian Marathon-Luxor

Nestled under the historic temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Egyptian Marathon has been a regular fixture for the past 33 years.

Next edition

2027 · 8 Jan 2027

Where

🇪🇬 Luxor, Egypt

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Distance
Marathon
Course
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Entry
€100

About

The race

Nestled under the historic temple of Queen Hatshepsut, the Egyptian Marathon has been a regular fixture for the past 33 years.  This makes it the oldest ongoing marathon in Africa and the Middle East.  The route weaves through multiple ancient sites, including the temple of Habou, the temple of Amenophis and the Colossi of Memnon, promising an unforgettable experience steeped in pharaonic tradition.  Furthermore, our marathon is accredited by the Abbott World Marathons Majors, allowing participants to earn points towards inclusion in future Major Marathon events.

Location

Luxor, Egypt

Africa · typically 15°C (59°F) on race day

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Every year

Editions

Ballot, charity and tour places

Getting in

  • Ballot

    Entries are drawn at random from everyone who applies.

  • Tour operator package

    Travel packages that include a guaranteed entry.

Ballot

Dates not announced
  1. Ballot opens

    TBA

  2. Ballot closes

    TBA

  3. Draw

    TBA

  4. Results

    TBA

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