La Valette Marathon
Valletta, Malta · Sunday 23 March 2025
La Valette Marathon, held in Malta, is renowned for its scenic route that takes runners along the picturesque coastline, starting from Xemxija and finishing in Birgu, one of the Three Cities. The event is named after Grand Master Jean de La Valette, a historical figure who played a pivotal role in Malta's history. The race offers both a full marathon and half marathon, making it accessible to runners of all levels.\n\nWith its stunning views of Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the his
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Adjusted Time
4:07:34
Time difference: +7.6 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain213m
Elevation High71m
Elevation Low2m
Weather Forecast
High23°C
Low18°C
Chance of Rain13%
La Valette Marathon 2025 Course Analysis
La Valette Marathon is a full marathon held in Valletta, Malta, scheduled for Sunday 23 March 2025. The course is run on road surface with 213m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 71m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official La Valette Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 213m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 2m to 71m above sea level (69m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for March, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 18°C and 23°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance over the full distance. There is a low chance of rain (13%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
La Valette 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 La Valette Marathon?
Our difficulty rating for La Valette 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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