Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián
Race snapshot
Race Day
50–57°F · Feels cool
Total elevation gain
Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +33 ft
Participants
Large field
Crowd Rating
Excellent spectator turnout
The Lowdown
The Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián (currently titled the Zurich Maratón San Sebastián under its title sponsor) is Spain's second-oldest marathon and one of Europe's most popular and prestigious road races. The 2026 edition marks its 47th running on Sunday, November 22. The fully urban, flat, sea-level course loops around the iconic La Concha Bay and through the eastern part of the city, showcasing San Sebastián's coastal Basque setting and drawing international runners chasing personal records on fast, certified roads. A 10K race is held alongside the marathon on the same day. The field is capped and historically sells out, with 2026 bib pricing tiered from EUR 59 up to EUR 95 as capacity fills.
Questions about the Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián 2026
When is the Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián 2026?
Sunday, November 22, 2026.
Where is the Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián?
San Sebastián (Donostia), Basque Country, Spain.
What time does the Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián start?
The race starts at 9:00 AM, local time.
What is the Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián time limit?
6 hours.
How do I enter the Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián 2026?
Registration is open. Nov 15, 2026: Registration Closes. Ways in: Online registration via official site; Guipuzcoa resident allotment (up to 500 discounted bibs at Tier 1 pricing).
How much does the Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián 2026 cost?
Marathon: €59.
When and where is packet pickup for the Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián?
Nov 15, 2026: Final registration deadline, or earlier if bib caps (7,000 marathon / 4,500 10K) are reached sooner.
What is the Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián elevation gain?
100 m (328 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +10 m (33 ft). Relatively flat course.
What is the Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián course like?
It passes La Concha Bay, Kursaal Palace and Urumea River.
What is the weather like at the Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián?
Race-day temperatures are usually 10–14 °C (50–57 °F). Feels cool.
How many runners does the Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián have?
7,000 participants. Large field.
Where are the Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián results?
The official 2025 results are on the organizer's site. Official results
Is the Maratón Donostia - San Sebastián a Boston qualifier?
Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.
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