Parma Marathon
Parma, Italy · Sunday 27 June 2027
Parma Marathon, held on October 19, 2025, in Parma, Italy, is a prestigious event that offers a unique blend of athleticism and cultural immersion. The race takes place in the heart of Parma, known as the Italian capital of food and opera. Participants run through the city's magnificent monuments, sampling some of Italy's finest gastronomic delights along the way. The event features multiple distances, including a full marathon (42.
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Adjusted Time
4:34:00
Time difference: +34.0 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain150m
Elevation High170m
Elevation Low53m
Weather Forecast
High38°C
Low25°C
Chance of Rain0%
How hard is Parma Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 84% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Parma Marathon plays about 32 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #185 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #10 of 76 in Italy. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Parma Marathon?
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 Parma Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:20:11 | +20:11 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:56:50 | +26:50 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:34:00 | +34:00 |
| 4:30:00 | 5:11:38 | +41:38 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:49:42 | +49:42 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:28:12 | +58:12 |
| 6:00:00 | 7:07:07 | +1:07:07 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Parma Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Parma Marathon is a full marathon held in Parma, Italy. It is scheduled for Sunday 27 June 2027. The course is run on road surface with 150m of total climbing, with its high point near 170m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Parma Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 150m of total climbing, this is a gently undulating course. The elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't greatly affect your pacing.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for June, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 25°C and 38°C. Heat is one of the biggest performance factors in distance running - for every degree above 15°C, finish times can slow by roughly 1-2%. Extra hydration and a conservative start are strongly recommended. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Surface Type: Road
Parma Marathon 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.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Parma Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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