On 25–26 April 2026, Aveiro hosts the Maratona da Europa, organized by the Municipality of Aveiro and GlobalSport, with support from regional tourism and municipal partners. The event includes four distances: marathon (42.195 km), half-marathon (21.0975 km), mini-marathon (≈ 10 km), and a 5 km walk. Cutoff times are set at 6 hours for the marathon, 3 hours for the half, and 1h 40 for the 10 km, with the walk timed at 1h 30. The course features flat to gently rolling road terrain, passing along canals, urban areas, parks, and coastal stretches in and around Aveiro and Ílhavo. Aid stations are spaced at ~5 km intervals for longer distances, and the event offers full race logistics including chip timing, race kits, medal awards, and support for sub-elite bibs.
Races
Marathon
Half Marathon
10 km
Race Date:
26 April, 2026
The Maratona da Europa 42.195 km, organized by Câmara Municipal de Aveiro and GlobalSport (GSX Portugal Lda.), will take place on Sunday, 26 April 2026 in Aveiro, Portugal, traversing the canals, parks, and urban scenery of the city.
Race Date:
26 April, 2026
The Meia Maratona (Half Marathon), under the same organizers, is also scheduled for 26 April 2026 in Aveiro, Portugal, following a similar scenic route shortened to suit half-distance runners.
Race Date:
25 April, 2026
The 10 km “Mini-Maratona” event, organized by Aveiro Municipality / GlobalSport, is held on Saturday, 25 April 2026 in Aveiro, Portugal, offering a morning race through the canals, parks, and city streets.
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FAQs
What is the Maratona da Europa?
How long is the Maratona da Europa?
Where does the Maratona da Europa take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Maratona da Europa?
How can I prepare for the Maratona da Europa?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Maratona da Europa?
The Maratona da Europa 42.195 km, organized by Câmara Municipal de Aveiro and GlobalSport (GSX Portugal Lda.), will take place on Sunday, 26 April 2026 in Aveiro, Portugal, traversing the canals, parks, and urban scenery of the city.
The Maratona da Europa is 42km long.
The Maratona da Europa takes place in Aveiro, Portugal.
The Maratona da Europa elevation gain is 165 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Maratona da Europa?
The Maratona da Europa 42.195 km, organized by Câmara Municipal de Aveiro and GlobalSport (GSX Portugal Lda.), will take place on Sunday, 26 April 2026 in Aveiro, Portugal, traversing the canals, parks, and urban scenery of the city.
How long is the Maratona da Europa?
The Maratona da Europa is 42km long.
Where does the Maratona da Europa take place?
The Maratona da Europa takes place in Aveiro, Portugal.
What is the elevation gain of the Maratona da Europa?
The Maratona da Europa elevation gain is 165 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Maratona da Europa?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Maratona da Europa?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona?
How long is the Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona?
Where does the Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona?
How can I prepare for the Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona?
The Meia Maratona (Half Marathon), under the same organizers, is also scheduled for 26 April 2026 in Aveiro, Portugal, following a similar scenic route shortened to suit half-distance runners.
The Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona is 21km long.
The Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona takes place in Aveiro, Portugal.
The Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona elevation gain is 93 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona?
The Meia Maratona (Half Marathon), under the same organizers, is also scheduled for 26 April 2026 in Aveiro, Portugal, following a similar scenic route shortened to suit half-distance runners.
How long is the Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona?
The Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona is 21km long.
Where does the Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona take place?
The Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona takes place in Aveiro, Portugal.
What is the elevation gain of the Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona?
The Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona elevation gain is 93 metres, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Maratona da Europa Meia Maratona?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Maratona da Europa 10km?
How long is the Maratona da Europa 10km?
Where does the Maratona da Europa 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Maratona da Europa 10km?
How can I prepare for the Maratona da Europa 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Maratona da Europa 10km?
The 10 km “Mini-Maratona” event, organized by Aveiro Municipality / GlobalSport, is held on Saturday, 25 April 2026 in Aveiro, Portugal, offering a morning race through the canals, parks, and city streets.
The Maratona da Europa 10km is 10km long.
The Maratona da Europa 10km takes place in Aveiro, Portugal.
The Maratona da Europa 10km elevation gain is 57 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Maratona da Europa 10km?
The 10 km “Mini-Maratona” event, organized by Aveiro Municipality / GlobalSport, is held on Saturday, 25 April 2026 in Aveiro, Portugal, offering a morning race through the canals, parks, and city streets.
How long is the Maratona da Europa 10km?
The Maratona da Europa 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Maratona da Europa 10km take place?
The Maratona da Europa 10km takes place in Aveiro, Portugal.
What is the elevation gain of the Maratona da Europa 10km?
The Maratona da Europa 10km elevation gain is 57 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Maratona da Europa 10km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Maratona da Europa 10km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Tags:
Coastal
Major City
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