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TCS London Marathon

What better way to see the iconic sights of London than by running through the city? Beginning at Blackheath and finishing on the Mall in front of Buckingham Palace, this mainly flat course will see you pass through Greenwich Park, run across Tower and London Bridge and head along the Embankment to Parliament Square. There’s literally a piece of history to see along every inch of the route.

APRIL | London, England

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Icefjord Midnight Marathon

Although geographically considered to be part of North America, this northern land is actually part of Denmark, making it a unique bucket-list location on it’s own, but imagine testing your trail-running skills on this spectacular midnight race.

Beginning and ending at the historic Hotel Hvide Falk, runners head through the picturesque town of Ilulissat before tackling Greenland’s rough terrain. Run past impressive icebergs in the Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With virtually no flat parts along the trail, the rewarding views will make up for the challenging run.

JUNE  | Ilulissat, Greenland

WWW.ICEFJORD-MIDNIGHT-MARATHON.COM

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Marathon des Châteaux du Médoc

It may be the longest eating and drinking race in the world with over 20 places along the marathon route to stop for wine tastings and treats including grapes and ice cream. The course takes you through more than 50 scenic vineyards around the Medoc region and participants are required to run in costume, which just adds to the fun.

SEPTEMBER  | Bordeaux, France

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Paris 2024 Mass Participation Marathon

This is a marathon for the history books. With Paris hosting the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, they have introduced the Mass Participation Marathon. For the very first time, running events open to the general public will be held, so amateur athletes can run the same route as the Olympic marathon. Experience the unique and original route, which highlights the history of the area. Begin at Paris City Hall and pass by Paris’s beautiful monuments on the way to Versailles before returning to the finish line on the Esplanade des Invalides.

AUGUST 2024 | Paris, France

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Midnight Sun Marathon

Starting at 8:30 p.m., this race is for night owls. But don’t worry about bringing a headlamp—the sun won’t dip far below the horizon at this northern locale. Located 400 kilometres north of the Arctic Circle, Tromsø has 24 hours of sunlight in June. Expect a scenic route through the city with rolling hills.

JUNE | Tromsø, Norway

WWW.MSM.NO

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Asia

Bagan Temple Marathon

The challenge with this course doesn’t come in the elevation, as it is relatively flat, but in the hot and dusty conditions. However, runners will be easily distracted by the wonderous atmosphere as they pass beautiful ancient temples, sacred pagodas and small friendly villages.

NOVEMBER | Bagan, Myanmar

WWW.BAGAN-TEMPLE-MARATHON.COM

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Oceania

Queenstown Marathon

This primarily flat course features 70 per cent hard-packed trails and 30 per cent paved surfaces. You’ll pass through the stunning Lake District surrounding Queenstown with a backdrop of majestic mountains and pastoral countryside.

NOVEMBER  | Queenstown, New Zealand

WWW.QUEENSTOWN-MARATHON.CO.NZ

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Australian Outback Marathon

This race is the quintessential “Down Under” experience. Australia’s famous Uluru is the backdrop to the starting line, with the outback’s red dusty landscape stretching out before you. As you run, enjoy the stunning views of Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) and the barren landscape of Northern Australia. The course itself is relatively flat, with few short sand dunes rewarding your hard work with stunning views of the outback.

JULY | Yulara, Australia

WWW.AUSTRALIANOUTBACKMARATHON.COM

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Petra Desert Marathon

Is there any place more enchanting to begin a marathon than the ancient cave city of Petra? With the starting line in the Street of Facades, this marathon will treat runners to history, culture and nature. Runners will pass mountainside carvings, ancient tombs, monasteries and caves before being released into the arid Jordanian desert.

SEPTEMBER  | Petra, Jordan

WWW.PETRA-DESERT-MARATHON.COM

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Tokyo Marathon

The Tokyo Marathon is one of the six major marathons held in the world. Even though the marathon expects close to 40,000 participants, the organization and efficiency of the event are topnotch. If you’re looking for fun, this is the marathon for you. Embrace the atmosphere as nearly two million spectators take to the streets to cheer you on as you pass by modern skyscrapers and traditional Japanese temples. There is entertainment along the way and people dressed up in all sorts of exciting and outrageous costumes.

MARCH  | Tokyo, Japan

WWW.MARATHON.TOKYO/EN

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South America

Patagonian International Marathon

Run along the gravel roads of Torres del Paine National Park, one of the most stunning regions of the world. The breathtaking scenery of lakes and snow-capped mountains will be a welcomed distraction from the strenuous, hilly course and relentless and hostile climate of the area.

SEPTEMBER | Puerto Natales, Chile

WWW.PATAGONIANINTERNATIONALMARATHON.COM

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