Santa Eulària Ibiza Marathon

Held on the island of Ibiza in Spain, this marathon unfolds through a Mediterranean setting where the landscape shifts between pine forests, rural trails, and coastal views. The race culminates along the waterfront promenade of Santa Eulària des Riu, a picturesque town on the northeastern coast where runners will finish as the sun begins its descent toward the sea. The event has become the island's largest sporting gathering, drawing competitors from across the globe who come as much for the experience of running in this setting as for the race itself. The course is a trail marathon with moderate hill work throughout, gaining around 250 meters over the distance with elevation swinging between sea level and about 130 meters above it. Runners should expect rolling terrain rather than sustained climbing, with the hills distributed across the route rather than bunched together. The mix of trail surfaces and undulating profile means this is a race that demands steady effort and good pacing discipline, particularly through the middle miles. The final kilometers will see you descending toward the coast with Mediterranean breezes as company, which can be a welcome relief or a test depending on conditions on the day.