Firenze Marathon course.
The marathon course for 2026 (29 Nov 2026): flat, 60 m of climbing, loop.
MarathonBQ course
- Distance
- 42.195
- kilometers
- Climb
- 60 m
- total ascent
- Descent
- 60 m
- total descent
- Profile
- Flat
- PB territory
- Layout
- Loop
- Road
- Time limit
- 6 h
- to finish
- Start
- 08:30
- local time
- Boston qualifier
- Yes
- times count for Boston
Racing it
Pro tips
- 01
Chilly 08:30 Start
The 08:30 start and typical 8C race-day temp mean a cold wait. Wear throwaway layers or sleeves you can shed once you're moving.
From the start time, temperature
- 02
Flat Loop Pacing
With only 60m of total climb, this is a flat marathon. Aim for even effort and use the loop's familiar sections to keep rhythm.
From the elevation profile, layout
- 03
Cobbles Before Finish
The last kilometres include cobbles before Piazza Santa Croce. Keep some spring in your legs and watch your footing on the stones.
From the description
- 04
Cascine Park Settle-In
The loop goes through Cascine park before the historic centre. Settle into pace there, then stay relaxed through the tighter streets.
From the description, layout
- 05
Ballot Entry First
Entry is by ballot. If you're targeting this race, sort your entry before making travel plans.
From the entry
Written by AI from the course data. Check race-day details with the organizer.