Venice Marathon
Venice, Italy · Sunday 4 July 2027
Venice Marathon is a prestigious event held annually in Venice, Italy, since 1986. The race features a point-to-point course starting in Stra and ending at Riva dei Sette Martiri in Venice. The course passes through Mestre, Parco San Giuliano, and crosses the Grand Canal on a temporary pontoon bridge, offering breathtaking views of Venice's iconic landmarks.
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Adjusted Time
4:20:58
Time difference: +21.0 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain95m
Elevation High10m
Elevation Low-3m
Weather Forecast
High34°C
Low23°C
Chance of Rain36%
How hard is Venice Marathon?
Very Difficultharder than 78% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Venice Marathon plays about 21 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #257 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #13 of 76 in Italy. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Venice 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 Venice Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 3:12:03 | +12:03 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:46:22 | +16:22 |
| 4:00:00 | 4:20:58 | +20:58 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:55:52 | +25:52 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:31:03 | +31:03 |
| 5:30:00 | 6:06:28 | +36:28 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:42:09 | +42:09 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Venice Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Venice Marathon is a full marathon held in Venice, Italy. It is scheduled for Sunday 4 July 2027. The course is run on road surface with 95m of total climbing, with its high point near 10m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Venice Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 95m of total climbing and little change in altitude throughout. Flat profiles let you hold an even pace from start to finish, which makes this a fast, PB-friendly race.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for July, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Hot conditions are expected, with temperatures between 23°C and 34°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 moderate chance of rain (36%). Runners may want to prepare for wet conditions but shouldn't expect persistent rainfall.
Surface Type: Road
Venice 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 Venice Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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