EDP Lisbon Marathon
The Lowdown
The EDP Lisbon Marathon is one of Portugal's premier road races, tracing its origins to the 1980s and evolving into a major autumn marathon that attracts both elite athletes and enthusiastic recreational runners from around the world. The race is AIMS-certified and serves as a qualifying race for the Boston Marathon, making it a popular choice for runners chasing time goals or qualifying standards. The course delivers spectacular coastal and urban scenery, traditionally linking the Atlantic seaside towns to the heart of Lisbon—starting near Cascais and following the scenic coastal Avenida Marginal before finishing in the historic Praça do Comércio (Terreiro do Paço). Runners enjoy long stretches along the Tagus estuary and oceanfront, views of Belém's monuments, and a backdrop of Lisbon's terraced streets and classic azulejo tiles. The atmosphere is festive and supportive, with lively crowds, Portuguese music, and plentiful refreshment stations; the route's generally flat-to-undulating profile creates opportunities for fast times.
Race Day
Weather Forecast
Elevation
Terrain Profile
Relatively flat course
Participants
Field Size
Large field
Crowd Rating
Spectator Support
Good crowd energy
2026 EDP Lisbon Marathon registration open; 2027 date not yet announced
Jun 23, 2026The 2026 EDP Lisbon Marathon is confirmed for October 10, 2026 with registration open. Tiered pricing starts at €70 for the first 2,000 registrations. No 2027 full marathon date has been published as of 2026-06-23. (Note: the previously stored March 2026 date was incorrect; the official race is October 10, 2026.)
Boston Qualifier
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Cascais Marina
The race traditionally starts in Cascais near the marina, a lively seaside town west of Lisbon
Estoril Casino
Runners pass the famous Estoril Casino and its seaside promenade, a historic gaming and leisure landmark
Carcavelos Beach
A long sandy beach along the route popular with surfers, offering coastal views and sea breezes
Belém Tower (Torre de Belém)
Iconic 16th-century fortress on the Tagus riverfront, visible as runners approach Lisbon
Jerónimos Monastery
UNESCO World Heritage site in Belém with grand Manueline architecture along the riverside section
MAAT
The Museum of Art, Architecture and Technology sits on the riverfront near Belém and is a contemporary cultural landmark on the course
Praça do Comércio (Terreiro do Paço)
The historic riverside plaza in central Lisbon where the marathon finishes, framed by the Tagus and the Arco da Rua Augusta
Other distances available during the event weekend:
Lisbon, Portugal
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Average rate for 3-star accommodations near the start line
Eligibility
- Minimum age 18 on race day
- Online registration required via the official event website
- Presentation of valid photo ID at bib pickup
- Participants must comply with the event's official rules and anti-doping regulations
- Cut-off time for the marathon: 6 hours
Required Documents
- Photo ID (passport or national ID)
Entry Methods
- Online Registration
- Charity Entry
- Elite Invitation
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Registrations are personal and non-transferable except in documented cases of illness, injury, or pregnancy (transfer to following year allowed with documentation)
The point-to-point course starts in Cascais and follows the scenic coastal Avenida Marginal before finishing in historic Praça do Comércio in central Lisbon.
The race is known as a fast, largely flat coastal course popular with athletes seeking qualifying times.
Race weekend includes an official expo with packet pickup and associated races on October 11 (Hyundai Half Marathon, EDP 8K).
Finishers receive a commemorative medal and technical shirt.
Runners should use the race-provided shuttles from Lisbon to the Cascais start; aid stations are frequent (roughly every 3–5 km).
Registrations are personal and non-transferable except in documented cases of illness, injury, or pregnancy, which may allow transfer to the following year's event.
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