Lanzarote International Marathon.
The Lanzarote International Marathon is an out-and-back along the island's east coast: from Costa Teguise through Arrecife to Puerto del Carmen and back the same way. There is almost no climbing, but in December sun with no shade the race is decided by warmth and pacing rather than by hills. Also known as Lanzarote Marathon and Font Vella Lanzarote International Marathon.
Lanzarote International Marathon 2026: Course, Route Profile & Map
The start is at 8 am at the Los Charcos car park in Costa Teguise. The course follows the coast south-west, through the island capital Arrecife and along the beaches to a turnaround at the edge of Puerto del Carmen, then retraces the same line to the finish on Avenida Islas Canarias in Costa Teguise. The ground stays between sea level and a little over 20 metres; the only undulation comes from promenades, bridges and roundabouts.
The setting defines the day. You run almost entirely beside the water, on asphalt and promenade paving, on a course that is only partly closed to traffic, so some stretches are shared with pedestrians. The organiser quotes around 21 degrees and usually sunshine for December. Aid comes roughly every 2.5 km, water everywhere and isotonic drinks and fruit at the larger stations.
One point for record hunters: by the organiser's own account the course is not homologated, and the official file is labelled an approximate route.
| Start | Length | Ø | Max. | Gain | Cat. |
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Climb categories follow the road-cycling convention and rate the terrain itself (length and gradient) regardless of sport: Cat. 4 marks the easiest rated climbs, Cat. 1 the hardest, and HC (hors catégorie, “beyond categorization”) is reserved for the most brutal ascents. Short climbs below the Cat. 4 threshold stay unrated.
How to pace Lanzarote International Marathon.
Start under control
Because the course is flat and a pure out-and-back, you can run it to heart rate or pace from the gun without banking anything for hills. The opponent is the sun: with an 8 am start, the second half takes you into late-morning warmth on a coastline without shade.
Hold your rhythm
The deciding phase is the return from the Puerto del Carmen turnaround. From there you share the road with the half marathon, which starts at 10:30, and later the 10K, and it is easy to get drawn into the pace of fresher runners.
Spend what is left
The classic trap is an over-eager first third in the cool morning air: what you gain there comes back double between Arrecife and Costa Teguise. Drink at every station rather than waiting for thirst.
Training plan for Lanzarote International Marathon: 12-week build
Build the base
For most age-group runners this is three and a half to five and a half hours of steady aerobic work. No climb forces surges; the job is pure endurance at an even stride.
Train race pace
The decisive part is the second half in rising temperatures, so your long runs should put marathon-pace segments into the final third, teaching you to hold pace tired rather than only fresh.
Rehearse the course
Conditions are the real training focus. If you train through a European winter and race in December on Lanzarote at around 21 degrees in full sun, spend some of the last weeks running overdressed or indoors in a warm room, and above all practise drinking on the move, a few sips roughly every 2.5 km.
Arrive fresh
Arrive a day or two early: it helps you adapt to the warmth and leaves time for bib collection and the shuttle logistics in Costa Teguise.
Courses
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Everything about Lanzarote International Marathon.
How long is Lanzarote International Marathon?
Lanzarote International Marathon is 42.2 km long. That distance shapes how much aerobic endurance, pace durability, and race-specific work belong in the training plan.
How much elevation gain does Lanzarote International Marathon have?
Lanzarote International Marathon has around 267 m of elevation gain over 42.2 km. That affects pacing, muscular load, and preparation for late-race sections.
What is the route profile of Lanzarote International Marathon?
Lanzarote International Marathon is classified as Flat, averaging 6.4 vertical metres per kilometre. 54% of the route is flat, 23% climbs moderately (2 to 6%) and 0% is steeper than 6%.
Is Lanzarote International Marathon a loop course?
Yes, Lanzarote International Marathon is laid out as a loop: start and finish are in the same place.
Is there a GPX file for the Lanzarote International Marathon course?
Yes. The Lanzarote International Marathon course is on this page as a free GPX download — ready to import into Garmin, Wahoo, Komoot, Strava or any other app that reads GPX.
How should I prepare for Lanzarote International Marathon?
Preparation for Lanzarote International Marathon should account for 42.2 km, 267 m of elevation gain, current training load, and available training time. An adaptive plan helps place key sessions without ignoring recovery and real life.
What pacing strategy works for Lanzarote International Marathon?
The pacing strategy for Lanzarote International Marathon should reflect 42.2 km, 267 m of elevation gain, and your current fitness. Start controlled and keep margin for sections where the profile or fatigue makes target pace harder.
When does Lanzarote International Marathon take place?
Lanzarote International Marathon takes place on December 5, 2026.
Where does Lanzarote International Marathon take place?
Lanzarote International Marathon takes place in Costa Teguise, Lanzarote, Spain.
Which distances does Lanzarote International Marathon offer?
Lanzarote International Marathon offers 3 distances — Maratón: 42.2 km (Marathon); Media Maratón: 21.1 km (Half marathon); 10 km: 10 km.
How do I register for Lanzarote International Marathon?
Registration runs through the organiser: lanzaroteinternationalmarathon.com. YOUB shows you the course, elevation profile and training plan for your preparation.
