250
km
2,500
D+
1,200
max alt.
6
ITRA pts
Course
The Marathon des Sables is the world's most famous self-supported foot race. 250km in 6 stages through the Moroccan Sahara from Ouarzazate. Extreme temperatures, dunes, rocky plateaus and desert bivouacs since 1986.
Race profile
Marathon des Sables is a 250 km trail race with 2,500 m of elevation gain, located in Ouarzazate, Sahara. The next edition is scheduled for 3 April 2026.
The course reaches a maximum altitude of 1,200 m. The race is rated 6 ITRA points and features Désert terrain. 1 distances are available for runners.
Approximately 1,000 runners cross the finish line each year. Find all official information on the race website.
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Practical info
Finishers / year~1,000
Typeultra
TerrainDésert