Lisbon, Portugal · Sunday 26 October 2025
EDP Lisbon Marathon is a significant event held annually in Lisbon, Portugal. The race features a full marathon, half marathon, and relay options, with a course that passes through iconic landmarks like the Tagus River and historic neighborhoods. The marathon includes 12 aid stations providing water, Powerade, fruit, and energy gels, ensuring participants are well-supported throughout the race. The time limit to finish is six hours, and all finishers receive an exclusive medal and post-race refr
Adjusted Time
4:00:29
Time difference: +0.5 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Lisbon Marathon is a full marathon held in Lisbon, Portugal, scheduled for Sunday 26 October 2025. The course is run on road surface with 106m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 36m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Lisbon Marathon website.
With 106m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 4m to 36m above sea level (32m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.
Based on historical weather data for October, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 16°C and 21°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 moderate chance of rain (45%). Runners may want to prepare for wet conditions but shouldn't expect persistent rainfall.
Lisbon 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.
Our difficulty rating for Lisbon 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.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Lisbon Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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