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    Valencia Marathon

    Valencia, Spain

    December

    EASY
    20m gain

    Consistently rated the fastest marathon in Europe. The flat course through Valencia's City of Arts and Sciences produces more sub-3 and sub-2:10 finishes than almost any other race.

    Course Highlights

    What makes this course special

    • •One of the fastest courses in the world
    • •Run past the City of Arts and Sciences
    • •Perfect December running conditions (12-15°C)
    • •Massive crowd support throughout

    Course Elevation Profile

    Total Gain: 20 m | Total Loss: 20 m

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    42.195 km (26.2 mi) • Valencia, Spain

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    Race Day Tips

    Expert advice for race day success

    • •This is THE PB course — plan your fastest time
    • •Conditions are usually perfect — trust your training
    • •Huge crowds — the atmosphere carries you
    • •Start conservatively; the course rewards patience

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