Scheduled for August 30, 2025, the Stavanger Marathon invites runners of all levels to explore the coastal beauty of southwestern Norway. The event features a full marathon (42.2 km), half marathon (21.1 km), 5K, a 10-stage marathon relay, and a kids’ run, ensuring inclusivity for all age groups and abilities. Most races start and finish at Stavanger Cathedral, while the 5K begins at Mariero Station and follows the last leg of the marathon route. Runners are treated to scenic views of Hafrsfjord, Gandsfjorden, and several lakes, with the full marathon boasting around 300 meters of elevation gain. With pacers, aid stations, and family-friendly festivities, the Stavanger Marathon is both a competitive race and a community celebration.
Races
Marathon
Marathon
Half Marathon
5km
Race Date:
30 August, 2025
The Stavanger Marathon will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2025, in Stavanger, Norway, organized by GTI Friidrettsklubb. Starting and finishing in the city center near Stavanger Cathedral, the 42.2 km course features approximately 330 meters of elevation gain, guiding runners around three lakes and along the scenic Hafrsfjord and Gandsfjorden, with a mix of asphalt and gravel surfaces.  
Race Date:
30 August, 2025
Also on August 30, 2025, the Stavanger Marathon Relay offers teams of up to 10 runners the opportunity to complete the full marathon distance. Organized by GTI Friidrettsklubb, the relay starts and finishes in Stavanger’s city center, with each leg ranging from 2.5 to 6 km, covering the same scenic route as the individual marathon.
Race Date:
30 August, 2025
The Stavanger Half Marathon is scheduled for Saturday, August 30, 2025, in Stavanger, Norway, organized by GTI Friidrettsklubb. Starting and ending in the city center, this 21.1 km race includes approximately 150 meters of elevation gain, taking runners past Mosvatnet, the “Swords in Rock” monument, and along the picturesque Gandsfjorden, with a course composed of 73% asphalt and 27% gravel.  
Race Date:
30 August, 2025
The Stavanger 5 km race will take place on Saturday, August 30, 2025, in Stavanger, Norway, organized by GTI Friidrettsklubb. Starting near Mariero Station and finishing in the city center, this 5 km course follows the final segment of the marathon route, offering a scenic run along the fjord with approximately 24 meters of elevation gain. 
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FAQs
What is the Stavanger Marathon?
How long is the Stavanger Marathon?
Where does the Stavanger Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Stavanger Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Stavanger Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Stavanger Marathon?
The Stavanger Marathon will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2025, in Stavanger, Norway, organized by GTI Friidrettsklubb. Starting and finishing in the city center near Stavanger Cathedral, the 42.2 km course features approximately 330 meters of elevation gain, guiding runners around three lakes and along the scenic Hafrsfjord and Gandsfjorden, with a mix of asphalt and gravel surfaces.  
The Stavanger Marathon is 42km long.
The Stavanger Marathon takes place in Stavanger, Norway.
The Stavanger Marathon elevation gain is 330 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 Stavanger Marathon?
The Stavanger Marathon will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2025, in Stavanger, Norway, organized by GTI Friidrettsklubb. Starting and finishing in the city center near Stavanger Cathedral, the 42.2 km course features approximately 330 meters of elevation gain, guiding runners around three lakes and along the scenic Hafrsfjord and Gandsfjorden, with a mix of asphalt and gravel surfaces.  
How long is the Stavanger Marathon?
The Stavanger Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Stavanger Marathon take place?
The Stavanger Marathon takes place in Stavanger, Norway.
What is the elevation gain of the Stavanger Marathon?
The Stavanger Marathon elevation gain is 330 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Stavanger Marathon?
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 Stavanger Marathon?
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 Stavanger Marathon Relay?
How long is the Stavanger Marathon Relay?
Where does the Stavanger Marathon Relay take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Stavanger Marathon Relay?
How can I prepare for the Stavanger Marathon Relay?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Stavanger Marathon Relay?
Also on August 30, 2025, the Stavanger Marathon Relay offers teams of up to 10 runners the opportunity to complete the full marathon distance. Organized by GTI Friidrettsklubb, the relay starts and finishes in Stavanger’s city center, with each leg ranging from 2.5 to 6 km, covering the same scenic route as the individual marathon.
The Stavanger Marathon Relay is 42km long.
The Stavanger Marathon Relay takes place in Stavanger, Norway.
The Stavanger Marathon Relay elevation gain is 330 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 Stavanger Marathon Relay?
Also on August 30, 2025, the Stavanger Marathon Relay offers teams of up to 10 runners the opportunity to complete the full marathon distance. Organized by GTI Friidrettsklubb, the relay starts and finishes in Stavanger’s city center, with each leg ranging from 2.5 to 6 km, covering the same scenic route as the individual marathon.
How long is the Stavanger Marathon Relay?
The Stavanger Marathon Relay is 42km long.
Where does the Stavanger Marathon Relay take place?
The Stavanger Marathon Relay takes place in Stavanger, Norway.
What is the elevation gain of the Stavanger Marathon Relay?
The Stavanger Marathon Relay elevation gain is 330 metres, which Runna classifies as a Rolling race.
How can I prepare for the Stavanger Marathon Relay?
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 Stavanger Marathon Relay?
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 Stavanger Half Marathon?
How long is the Stavanger Half Marathon?
Where does the Stavanger Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Stavanger Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Stavanger Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Stavanger Half Marathon?
The Stavanger Half Marathon is scheduled for Saturday, August 30, 2025, in Stavanger, Norway, organized by GTI Friidrettsklubb. Starting and ending in the city center, this 21.1 km race includes approximately 150 meters of elevation gain, taking runners past Mosvatnet, the “Swords in Rock” monument, and along the picturesque Gandsfjorden, with a course composed of 73% asphalt and 27% gravel.  
The Stavanger Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Stavanger Half Marathon takes place in Stavanger, Norway.
Runna classifies the Stavanger Half Marathon 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 Stavanger Half Marathon?
The Stavanger Half Marathon is scheduled for Saturday, August 30, 2025, in Stavanger, Norway, organized by GTI Friidrettsklubb. Starting and ending in the city center, this 21.1 km race includes approximately 150 meters of elevation gain, taking runners past Mosvatnet, the “Swords in Rock” monument, and along the picturesque Gandsfjorden, with a course composed of 73% asphalt and 27% gravel.  
How long is the Stavanger Half Marathon?
The Stavanger Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Stavanger Half Marathon take place?
The Stavanger Half Marathon takes place in Stavanger, Norway.
What is the elevation gain of the Stavanger Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Stavanger Half Marathon elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Stavanger Half Marathon?
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 Stavanger Half Marathon?
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 Stavanger 5km?
How long is the Stavanger 5km?
Where does the Stavanger 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Stavanger 5km?
How can I prepare for the Stavanger 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Stavanger 5km?
The Stavanger 5 km race will take place on Saturday, August 30, 2025, in Stavanger, Norway, organized by GTI Friidrettsklubb. Starting near Mariero Station and finishing in the city center, this 5 km course follows the final segment of the marathon route, offering a scenic run along the fjord with approximately 24 meters of elevation gain. 
The Stavanger 5km is 5km long.
The Stavanger 5km takes place in Stavanger, Norway.
Runna classifies the Stavanger 5km 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 Stavanger 5km?
The Stavanger 5 km race will take place on Saturday, August 30, 2025, in Stavanger, Norway, organized by GTI Friidrettsklubb. Starting near Mariero Station and finishing in the city center, this 5 km course follows the final segment of the marathon route, offering a scenic run along the fjord with approximately 24 meters of elevation gain. 
How long is the Stavanger 5km?
The Stavanger 5km is 5km long.
Where does the Stavanger 5km take place?
The Stavanger 5km takes place in Stavanger, Norway.
What is the elevation gain of the Stavanger 5km?
Runna classifies the Stavanger 5km elevation profile as Rolling.
How can I prepare for the Stavanger 5km?
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 Stavanger 5km?
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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