Madrid Marathon

Madrid Marathon

The Madrid Marathon stands out as one of Europe’s major road-running events. Held under the name Zurich Rock‘n’Roll Running Series Madrid, the event turns the streets of the Spanish capital into a true running festival, bringing together tens of thousands of participants from all over the world.

The course runs through the main boulevards and iconic neighborhoods of Madrid, offering a full immersion in the city’s energy. Between lively avenues, historic squares, and varied urban vistas, the race combines athletic challenge with architectural discovery. The route is known for being demanding, with significant elevation gain and several sequences of climbs that test pace management and long-term endurance. This hilly profile appeals both to runners chasing a fast time and to those looking to take on a real challenge in the heart of a vibrant capital!

Three distances are offered: the marathon, the half marathon and the 10K, so everyone can take part in the event according to their goal. The atmosphere is one of the race’s highlights: plenty of spectators line the course, and more than thirty live music spots set the pace, staying true to the Rock‘n’Roll spirit of the series. In Madrid, sporting performance blends with a festive, collective vibe that makes this day a real highlight of the European running calendar.