Maratona di Ravenna

Maratona di Ravenna 2024 Course Analysis

Maratona di Ravenna is a full marathon held in Ravenna, Italy, scheduled for Sunday 10 November 2024. The course is run on trail surface with 48m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 11m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Maratona di Ravenna website.

Elevation Profile

This is a very flat course with only 48m of total elevation gain across the full distance. The course ranges from -3m to 11m above sea level — a 14m elevation range that makes it one of the flatter races available. Runners targeting a personal best will appreciate the minimal climbing.

Surface Type: Trail

Maratona di Ravenna 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 Maratona di Ravenna?

Our difficulty rating for Maratona di Ravenna 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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