Renault 42K Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, Bolivia · Sunday 19 July 2026
The 42K Santa Cruz takes place on July 19, 2026, in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia, and offers runners a predominantly flat trail course through the heart of the city. This is a road running event positioned as a major marathon for South America, attracting both national and international competitors who want to run through the avenues of Santa Cruz. The course follows rolling terrain with minimal elevation change, making it suitable for runners targeting fast times or those preferring a less technical trail experience. Registration is open now, and the race starts at 5:30 AM local time. If you're planning to run this marathon, factor in the logistics of traveling to Bolivia and any altitude considerations for the region, and be prepared for a well-organized international event that's building momentum on the South American racing calendar.
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4:29:46
Time difference: +29.8 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
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Renault 42K Santa Cruz 2026 Course Analysis
Renault 42K Santa Cruz is a full marathon held in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, scheduled for Sunday 19 July 2026. The course is run on trail surface with 0m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 0m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Renault 42K Santa Cruz website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course with only 0m of total elevation gain across the full distance. The course ranges from 0m to 0m above sea level — a 0m elevation range that makes it one of the flatter races available. Runners targeting a personal best will appreciate the minimal climbing.
Surface Type: Trail
Renault 42K Santa Cruz 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 Renault 42K Santa Cruz?
Our difficulty rating for Renault 42K Santa Cruz 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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