Join Funchal Marathon 2026
The Funchal Marathon is a sporting event of an international nature which takes place annually in the city of Funchal and that brings together athletes from many countries, in a trend more pronounced in leisure and recreation not forgetting of course the competitive part.
The previous editions of the Funchal Marathon were a success and the Madeira Athletics Association, advances now with preparations for the new edition that will be held in January.
The Madeira Athletics Association (AARAM) promotes this major international sporting event. This sports event consists of three main races, the Funchal Marathon (42.195,00 meters), the Funchal Half Marathon (21.097,50 meters) and the Mini marathon (8.000 meters). This race will once again be run on a flat course, almost entirely on a closed, attractively landscaped circuit, offering the perfect setting for healthy competition between athletes from different nationalities. Do not hesitate. Come meet the Pearl of the Atlantic running the Marathon of Funchal, in afestive environment and fun. Discover and enjoy the Madeira Island through the race.
Do not hesitate. Come meet the Pearl of the Atlantic running the marathon of Funchal, in a festive environment and fun.
Discover and enjoy the Madeira Island through the race.
Course details
Start – At Rua do Gorgulho, following to Estrada Monumental which follows towards Funchal, Avenida do Infante (1st turning point n front of the Madeira Congress Center), turns the other way, Avenida do Infante towards Câmara de Lobos, Estrada Monumental until Assicom Roundabout (2nd, 4th 6th and 8th turning points), turns the other way, Estrada Monumental, Avenida do Infante where will be the 3rd, 5th and 7th turning points (the athletes must complete 4 laps to this course);
Transition – After the 5th passage at the turning point in front of the Madeira Congress Center, goes down Avenida Infante to Infante Roundabout, straight to Avenida de Arriaga, Rua do Aljube, Largo do Chafariz, Rua do Bettencourt, right to Rua Dr. Fernão de Ornelas, right to Rua do Visconde de Anadia, Praça da Autonomia, Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses (north), Sá Carneiro Roundabout, Avenida Sá Carneiro (9th turning point), Sá Carneiro Roundabout, Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses (south), Praça da Autonomia;
Final Phase – Praça da Autonomia, Almirante Reis Garden (10th turning point), left across the garden, left to Rua D. Carlos I, Rua Casa da Luz, right to Rua Brigadeiro Oudinout, left to Ponte do Mercado (11th e 14th turning point), down Rua do Visconde de Anadia, Praça da Autonomia, Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses (north), Sá Carneiro Roundabout, Avenida Sá Carneiro (12th e 15th turning points), Sá Carneiro Roundabout, Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses (south), Praça da Autonomia (the athletes must complete 2 laps to this course) and crossing the finish line at the bus parking lot in front of Empresa de Eletricidade da Madeira.
Start address: Rua do Gorgulho, Funchal, Portugal
Finish address: Av. do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses 9060, Funchal, Portugal
Route map
Register
Registration closes on 01 January (175 days left)
The current price step is valid until 31 October, 2025
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You can, within 24 hours after your registration, get a full refund if you change your mind.
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What’s included
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done Finisher medal
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done Goodie bag
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done Event T-shirts info
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done Cash prizes
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done Timing chip (single use)
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done Pacers info
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done Post-race meal info
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done Massage info
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done Free public transport info
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done Drink Stations info
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done Nutrition Stations info
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done Medical Assistance
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done Bag drop info
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done Toilets info
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done Accident insurance
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done Custom bib number
Frequently asked questions
Can I change the distance after I purchase a ticket?
Race change requests will be accepted until December 31st. There is no place to reimbursement by the organization if the registration to be changed is more expensive than the registration in the intended race. If the intended race has a registration fee higher than the registration previously made, the participant will be asked to pay for the difference between the registration at the date of this request and the amount paid.
What is the cancellation/refund policy for this event?
In case of injury or illness, the organization will refund 50% of the registration fee. The cancellation request must be made with the presentation of a valid medical certificate. These exceptional requests will be accepted until January 6th for all registrations made within the regular deadlines.
The race information has been found on the official website of the event or through publicly available sources. Always refer to the official website the latest race information. Please let us know if any data is wrong or missing, by emailing us.
