Media Maraton de Bogota
Bogota, Colombia · Sunday 27 July 2025
As one of South America’s largest and most prestigious races, the Media Maratón de Bogotá attracts elite and amateur runners from across the globe. The high-altitude course (2,600m above sea level) presents a unique challenge, but the crowds, music, and electric race atmosphere more than make up for it.\n\nWith a scenic route passing through Bogotá’s historic and modern districts, this is a must-run for those looking to experience Colombia’s thriving running culture.
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Adjusted Time
4:02:17
Time difference: +2.3 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain235m
Elevation High2625m
Elevation Low2547m
Weather Forecast
High20°C
Low11°C
Chance of Rain29%
Media Maraton de Bogota 2025 Course Analysis
Media Maraton de Bogota is a full marathon held in Bogota, Colombia, scheduled for Sunday 27 July 2025. The course is run on road surface with 235m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 2625m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Media Maraton de Bogota website.
Elevation Profile
With 235m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 2547m to 2625m above sea level (78m 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 July, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 11°C and 20°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 (29%). Runners may want to prepare for wet conditions but shouldn't expect persistent rainfall.
Surface Type: Road
Media Maraton de Bogota 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 Media Maraton de Bogota?
Our difficulty rating for Media Maraton de Bogota 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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