Maratón de Sevilla

Location: Seville, Andalusia
Country: Spain
Website: https://en.zurichmaratonsevilla.es
2025 Marathon Date: 23/02/2025
2026 Marathon Date: 15/02/2026
Winning Time 2025: 2:05:15
% Sub-3s: 15%+
# Sub-3s: 1000–1999
Total Runners: 10k–20k

The Maratón de Sevilla takes place each February in Seville, the capital of Spain’s Andalusia region. Renowned for its flat course, fast times and stunning architecture, it has become one of the most sought-after marathons in Europe for runners targeting personal bests or qualifying standards.

The route offers a smooth and continuous loop through the city, incorporating long straights, wide boulevards and minimal elevation change. It passes numerous cultural landmarks, including the Seville Cathedral, Plaza de España and Torre del Oro, providing both aesthetic appeal and psychological momentum. There are no significant climbs, and the course is engineered for rhythm and consistency.

Weather conditions in Seville during late winter are typically ideal for distance running. Temperatures tend to start around 7–10°C and rise gently during the race. Rain is infrequent, humidity is low, and the early start avoids heat buildup. The result is one of the most reliably temperate marathons on the calendar.

Organisation is top-tier. Participants benefit from a well-structured expo, accessible start pens, frequent aid stations and clearly marked kilometre signs. Pacing teams cover a wide range of targets, and the flat, wide roads allow runners to settle into their pace early and hold it with minimal interference.

Crowd support is strongest in the city centre but tapers off in more open sections. However, the scenery and density of fellow runners maintain energy levels throughout. The race has a distinctly international feel, with a large number of club and age-group runners travelling from across Europe and beyond.

For sub-3 marathoners, the Maratón de Sevilla is an outstanding option. The combination of course profile, climate and race-day execution creates a genuine PB environment. It’s especially appealing to those looking to race early in the year on a fast, well-supported European course without the congestion of the World Marathon Majors.