44 Maratona del Lamone
Russi, Italy · Sunday 17 May 2026
The Maratona del Lamone takes place in Russi, a small comune in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy, situated in the Po River valley near the Adriatic coast. The landscape here is characteristically flat and agricultural, with a quiet rural character typical of the Romagna countryside. The setting feels removed from the bustle of cities, offering runners a chance to experience the genuine character of the Italian flatlands rather than a heavily developed urban environment. The course itself is a trail marathon that stays true to the flat terrain of the region, with only gentle rolling sections and minimal elevation change across the entire distance. Runners will encounter a modest 35 meters of elevation gain over the 42.2 kilometers, keeping the effort focused on pace and endurance rather than climbing. The elevation stays between 1 and 18 meters above sea level, which means there are no surprises or sudden hills to disrupt your rhythm. Expect a run through the rural Romagnol landscape on trail surfaces, where the main challenge will be managing your effort on ground that rarely punishes you with steepness.
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Adjusted Time
4:31:15
Time difference: +31.3 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain35m
Elevation High18m
Elevation Low1m
44 Maratona del Lamone 2026 Course Analysis
44 Maratona del Lamone is a full marathon held in Russi, Italy, scheduled for Sunday 17 May 2026. The course is run on trail surface with 35m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 18m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official 44 Maratona del Lamone website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course with only 35m of total elevation gain across the full distance. The course ranges from 1m to 18m above sea level — a 17m elevation range that makes it one of the flatter races available. Runners targeting a personal best will appreciate the minimal climbing.
Surface Type: Trail
44 Maratona del Lamone is a trail race, meaning the course includes unpaved surfaces such as dirt, gravel, or forest paths. Trail surfaces are inherently slower than road courses due to uneven footing, technical sections, and often steeper gradients. Trail-specific shoes with good grip are recommended, and runners should expect a finish time 10-20% slower than their equivalent road marathon time.
How Difficult Is 44 Maratona del Lamone?
Our difficulty rating for 44 Maratona del Lamone is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare 44 Maratona del Lamone against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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