On 1 March 2026, the XVIII Medio Maratón Coruña21 (C21) returns as one of Galicia’s flagship road races, starting near the Obelisco on the Cantón Grande and sending runners onto a certified 21.097 km course. Alongside the main half marathon, a shorter 5K event makes the day accessible for a wider range of runners and walkers. The route is entirely on asphalt city streets, typically mixing central avenues, port-side sections and long stretches beside the Riazor–Orzán seafront, with a profile that is mostly flat with just gentle rises. With a control cut-off of around 2 hours 30 minutes for the half marathon and strong local support, it’s a popular early-season target for PBs as well as a big running festival for the city.
Races
The Carreira 5K da C21 is held in parallel on Sunday 1 March 2026, a 5 km road race in A Coruña, Spain organised by the Concello da Coruña and Federación Galega de Atletismo, using a shorter certified circuit on the same Coruña21 course so runners can enjoy the Atlantic-front city route in a more accessible distance.
The XVIII Medio Maratón Coruña21 takes place on Sunday 1 March 2026 at 09:30, organised by the Concello da Coruña and Federación Galega de Atletismo, starting at the Obelisco on the Cantón Grande in A Coruña, Spain, and following a fast, single-loop, officially homologated 21.1 km city course along the seafront and through the centre.
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FAQs
What is the Carreira 5K da C21?
How long is the Carreira 5K da C21?
Where does the Carreira 5K da C21 take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Carreira 5K da C21?
How can I prepare for the Carreira 5K da C21?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Carreira 5K da C21?
The Carreira 5K da C21 is held in parallel on Sunday 1 March 2026, a 5 km road race in A Coruña, Spain organised by the Concello da Coruña and Federación Galega de Atletismo, using a shorter certified circuit on the same Coruña21 course so runners can enjoy the Atlantic-front city route in a more accessible distance.
The Carreira 5K da C21 is 5km long.
The Carreira 5K da C21 takes place in A Coruña, Galicia, Spain.
Runna classifies the Carreira 5K da C21 elevation profile as Rolling.
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 Carreira 5K da C21?
The Carreira 5K da C21 is held in parallel on Sunday 1 March 2026, a 5 km road race in A Coruña, Spain organised by the Concello da Coruña and Federación Galega de Atletismo, using a shorter certified circuit on the same Coruña21 course so runners can enjoy the Atlantic-front city route in a more accessible distance.
How long is the Carreira 5K da C21?
The Carreira 5K da C21 is 5km long.
Where does the Carreira 5K da C21 take place?
The Carreira 5K da C21 takes place in A Coruña, Galicia, Spain.
What is the elevation gain of the Carreira 5K da C21?
Runna classifies the Carreira 5K da C21 elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Carreira 5K da C21?
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 Carreira 5K da C21?
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 Medio Maratón Coruña21?
How long is the Medio Maratón Coruña21?
Where does the Medio Maratón Coruña21 take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Medio Maratón Coruña21?
How can I prepare for the Medio Maratón Coruña21?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Medio Maratón Coruña21?
The XVIII Medio Maratón Coruña21 takes place on Sunday 1 March 2026 at 09:30, organised by the Concello da Coruña and Federación Galega de Atletismo, starting at the Obelisco on the Cantón Grande in A Coruña, Spain, and following a fast, single-loop, officially homologated 21.1 km city course along the seafront and through the centre.
The Medio Maratón Coruña21 is 21km long.
The Medio Maratón Coruña21 takes place in A Coruña, Galicia, Spain.
Runna classifies the Medio Maratón Coruña21 elevation profile as Rolling.
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 Medio Maratón Coruña21?
The XVIII Medio Maratón Coruña21 takes place on Sunday 1 March 2026 at 09:30, organised by the Concello da Coruña and Federación Galega de Atletismo, starting at the Obelisco on the Cantón Grande in A Coruña, Spain, and following a fast, single-loop, officially homologated 21.1 km city course along the seafront and through the centre.
How long is the Medio Maratón Coruña21?
The Medio Maratón Coruña21 is 21km long.
Where does the Medio Maratón Coruña21 take place?
The Medio Maratón Coruña21 takes place in A Coruña, Galicia, Spain.
What is the elevation gain of the Medio Maratón Coruña21?
Runna classifies the Medio Maratón Coruña21 elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Medio Maratón Coruña21?
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 Medio Maratón Coruña21?
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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