Chisinau International Marathon
Chisinau, Moldova (Republic of) · Sunday 28 September 2025
The Chisinau International Marathon, held in Chisinau, Moldova, is a significant event that promotes sports and a healthy lifestyle in the country. The race takes place in the central streets of Chisinau, with the start and finish lines located on the Great National Assembly Square. The event includes distances of 10 km, 21.1 km, and 42.2 km, making it accessible to runners of all levels.\n\nParticipants receive a starter pack with a personal bib number, disposable timing chip, commemorative T-s
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Adjusted Time
4:06:18
Time difference: +6.3 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain478m
Elevation High132m
Elevation Low79m
Weather Forecast
High18°C
Low5°C
Chance of Rain0%
Chisinau International Marathon 2025 Course Analysis
Chisinau International Marathon is a full marathon held in Chisinau, Moldova (Republic of), scheduled for Sunday 28 September 2025. The course is run on road surface with 478m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 132m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Chisinau International Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a hilly course with 478m of total elevation gain. The route climbs from 79m to as high as 132m above sea level — a substantial 53m elevation range. Runners should train on hills and plan for a more conservative pacing strategy, especially on the climbs.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for September, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Near-ideal running temperatures are expected, ranging from 5°C to 18°C. This temperature range is widely considered optimal for marathon performance, allowing efficient heat dissipation without cold-related issues. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Chisinau International 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.
How Difficult Is Chisinau International Marathon?
Our difficulty rating for Chisinau International Marathon 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.
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