TotalEnergies Bilbao Night Marathon
Bilbao, Spain · Sunday 1 November 2026
This November 2026 night marathon in Bilbao runs 42.2km on trail through moderately hilly terrain, so expect a physically demanding race rather than a fast course. The elevation profile is forgiving in absolute terms, but the rolling hills will demand steady pacing and strong legs, especially in the later stages when darkness and fatigue compound the difficulty. Trail footing means you'll need good foot placement and ankle stability throughout, and the night timing makes this a technical affair where headlamp choice and visibility matter as much as fitness. Check the race website for exact start times and course markings, as night running on terrain requires more attention to logistics than road marathons. Train on similar surfaces and practice your night running setup well before November, because this isn't a course where you can coast on base fitness alone.
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Adjusted Time
4:37:22
Time difference: +37.4 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain212m
Elevation High31m
Elevation Low0m
TotalEnergies Bilbao Night Marathon 2026 Course Analysis
TotalEnergies Bilbao Night Marathon is a full marathon held in Bilbao, Spain, scheduled for Sunday 1 November 2026. The course is run on trail surface with 212m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 31m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official TotalEnergies Bilbao Night Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
With 212m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 0m to 31m above sea level (31m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.
Surface Type: Trail
TotalEnergies Bilbao Night Marathon 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 TotalEnergies Bilbao Night Marathon?
Our difficulty rating for TotalEnergies Bilbao Night Marathon 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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