
Firenze, Italy · Sunday 29 November 2026
The Estra Firenze Marathon offers an exceptionally flat urban course through Florence's historic center, with only 43 meters of total elevation gain across altitudes between 40-54 meters - ideal for chasing a personal best on mostly level terrain. Expect a scenic, relatively fast-paced route through Renaissance streets and landmarks with minimal climbing, making it more about managing pace and heat exposure than tackling significant hills. The low elevation profile means you can focus your effort on speed rather than endurance climbing, so bring adequate hydration and sun protection for what will likely be a quick, efficient race.
Adjusted Time
3:54:45
Time difference: -5.2 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
On our difficulty model, Estra Firenze Marathon 2024 plays about even with an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #950 hardest of 1150 marathons we analyse, and #66 of 76 in Italy. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Estra Firenze Marathon 2024 | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:55:20 | −04:40 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:25:05 | −04:55 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:54:45 | −05:15 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:24:23 | −05:37 |
| 5:00:00 | 4:53:58 | −06:02 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:23:29 | −06:31 |
| 6:00:00 | 5:52:59 | −07:01 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Estra Firenze Marathon 2024 is a full marathon held in Firenze, Italy. It is scheduled for Sunday 29 November 2026. The course is run on road surface with 43m of total climbing, with its high point near 54m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Estra Firenze Marathon 2024 website.
This is a very flat course, with only 43m of total climbing and little change in altitude throughout. Flat profiles let you hold an even pace from start to finish, which makes this a fast, PB-friendly race.
Estra Firenze Marathon 2024 is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
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