Best Marathons in Israel - Which One is on Your List?

Located in the Middle Estate is a country that rests on the Mediterranean Sea called Israel. It is home to a sacred biblical place named Jerusalem. Jerusalem is known as the Holy Land to Christians, Muslims and those of the Jewish Faith. It is also a place that is seeping in historical architecture, ruins and shrines. Israel is also known for its beautiful white, sandy beaches that stretch the coastline from end to end. And Tel Aviv, is the financial hub not just of Israel, but it is also famou ... Continue Reading

Jerusalem Marathon

Jerusalem , Israel

27 March, 2026

4.5

(9)

Tel Aviv Marathon

Tel Aviv , Israel

27 February, 2026

(5)

Volcano Race

Merom Golan , Israel

04 April, 2025

Tiberias International Marathon

Tiberias , Israel

03 January, 2025

(1)

Eilat Desert Marathon

Eilat , Israel

24 November, 2023 Cancelled

4.5

(5)

Crane Race

Israel

03 November, 2023 Postponed

(1)

Bible Marathon

Rosh Haayin , Israel

13 October, 2023 Cancelled

(4)

Ancient Jerusalem Run

Anywhere

28 March, 2021

(2)

Volcano Race (dup)f

Tel Aviv-Yafo , Israel

03 April, 2020

Golan Volcano Runs

Merom Golan , Israel

03 April, 2020

Sea of Galilee Marathon

Tiberias , Israel

03 January, 2020

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Things To Think About

How long do you need to train to be ready for a marathon? Allow yourself enough time!

Israel is expensive, so make sure to budget accordingly!

Not all parts of Israel are safe, so always beware where you are

What attractions do you want to see when visiting. Allow yourself enough time to see it all!

Does the event have a participation limit? Consider registering in advance!

Israel Marathon 2025 Event, Which Inspires You?

Since Israel is home to the Holy Land for many religions, it is fitting that the Bible Marathon might be your choice. It is held in Rosh Haayin every year. It is one of the very first recorded runs in human history and ran well before the first marathon took shape. It is mentioned in the Bible long before the word "marathon" appeared in Greek Mythology. So for a once in a lifetime religious experience, the Bible Marathon is a sure fit!

For the marathoner looking not just for a marathon, but the additional challenge of desert running, the Desert Marathon will not disappoint. The race begins in the desert and then follows the most obscure path ending on the Red Sea Shore. Not only do you get a glimpse of the beautiful shoreline, the entire route is filled with breathtaking views!

If Tel Aviv is your destination, the Tel Aviv Marathon is a great fast and flat course! Race around this historic city alongside other destination runners who, likewise, came to see all that Israel has to offer! Whatever it is that inspires you to run a marathon this year, you will find it running one of the many Israel Marathon 2025 events!

Good to Know

To travel to Israel, you will need two or three official documents. Two mandatory documents are a passport that is valid for six months post-departure date, and your departure ticket, which purchased in advance

The best time to travel to Israel to see the Dead Sea or the Negev Desert are in the spring and the autumn

The official currency of Israel is the Israeli new shekel

Since some vaccines are either required or recommended to go to Israel, make sure your shots are up to date!

To rent a car in Israel, you will need to have a valid driver's license from your native country and be over 21-years-old

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What runners are saying about Best Marathons in Israel - Which One is on Your List?

Burkhart

Jerusalem Marathon, Reviewed 10 June, 2024

Großartiges Erlebnis! The course is very demanding for many ups and downs, it may also be pretty cold, windy and rainy: Definitely not an easy one! But - it´s Jerusalem! Indeed, the views are breathta...

Raymond

Bible Marathon, Reviewed 24 April, 2024

When lost and feeling weary, I put my foot down. I decided. To feel better than before, put my head down and guide myself through the tough times. I dared to grow better than I had before. Also, I has...

Henri

Tel Aviv Marathon, Reviewed 04 May, 2023

Hieno sää, tasainen reitti ja muutenkin kaikki toimi hienosti.

Oleksandr

Crane Race, Reviewed 18 March, 2023

I ran 10K here twice: in 2021 (spring edition) and in 2022. The route is a single loop around a lake and is flat with few turns. In 2021 it went counterclockwise but clockwise in 2022. It hardly makes...

Lev	Lev Bible Marathon, Reviewed 16 October, 2022 Such a fun run while also challenging. You get to see the hills of the Shomron and get a great workout to go with it. It’s a small race with is nice and homey and it was very well organized! It was great! Wish I could have done the half! more