Marathon
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📅Sun, April 25, 2027
🏃 Distance :42.195 km
↗️ Elevation gain:81mD+ / -
Marathon de Londres
London (Greater London, England, United Kingdom)
42.195 km
Considered one of the unmissable pillars of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, the London Marathon delivers every spring a true showcase of popular fervor and sporting prestige. From the start in Greenwich, runners set off in an electric atmosphere, lifted by the nonstop cheers of a huge, passionate crowd. The course—both fast and spectacular—unfolds like a guided tour of the greatest treasures of the British capital.
Runners enjoy a memorable crossing over the majestic Tower Bridge before winding through the modern business district of Canary Wharf. Kilometer after kilometer, effort blends with history as the route runs alongside the Tower of London and the famous Ferris wheel, the London Eye. But it’s in the final moments that the magic reaches its peak: after passing Big Ben and sweeping past Westminster, the grand finale comes into view at the gates of Buckingham Palace. Renowned for its one-of-a-kind charitable dimension, this event turns every stride into a surge of global solidarity. Securing a bib for this festive communion is a privilege, as the London experience stands out as a masterpiece etched forever in a marathoner’s life.
The London Marathon hasn’t stolen its popularity. The event rode the running boom of the 1980s, and Londoners showed up in force. Marathoners now come from all four corners of the globe to take the start of this legendary race.
Big Ben, Tower Bridge, St James’s Park, and much more. This course is magnificent from start to finish! It offers a 360° view of the city of London and its historic landmarks.
In addition to being part of the very select circle of the World Majors, the London Marathon also takes the gold medal for charity fundraising! Bibs sell out every year—and so do the donation totals.
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