Florence Marathon
Firenze, Italy · Sunday 29 November 2026
The Florence Marathon is one of Italy's most prestigious and internationally recognized sporting events, now in its 41st edition. Held annually on the last Sunday of November, the race starts and finishes in Piazza del Duomo, offering a unique blend of history, art, and culture. The 42.195-kilometer route passes by iconic landmarks such as the Cathedral Square, Piazza della Signoria, and Ponte Vecchio, providing breathtaking views of the city's architectural and artistic treasures.
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Adjusted Time
3:50:46
Time difference: -9.2 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain85m
Elevation High60m
Elevation Low37m
Weather Forecast
High12°C
Low-1°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Florence Marathon?
Easyharder than 3% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Florence Marathon runs about 3 minutes faster than a flat, cool road marathon - a genuine PB course for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #1212 hardest of 1245 marathons we analyse, and #79 of 79 in Italy. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Florence Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on a flat, cool, road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Flat-course time | On Florence Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:52:53 | −07:07 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:21:52 | −08:08 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:50:46 | −09:14 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:19:36 | −10:24 |
| 5:00:00 | 4:48:23 | −11:37 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:17:06 | −12:54 |
| 6:00:00 | 5:45:45 | −14:15 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Florence Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
Florence Marathon is a full marathon held in Firenze, Italy. It is scheduled for Sunday 29 November 2026. The course is run on road surface with 85m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 60m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Florence Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course with only 85m of total elevation gain across the full distance. The course ranges from 37m to 60m above sea level - a 23m elevation range that makes it one of the flatter races available. Runners targeting a personal best will appreciate the minimal climbing.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for November, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Cold conditions are expected, with temperatures between -1°C and 12°C. While cold weather reduces overheating risk, runners should dress in layers and be prepared for potential wind chill. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Florence Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
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