Accommodation
Central accommodation in Lisbon.
Lisbon Marathon
World's Most
Scenic Marathon
Distance
26.2 Miles
Full
13.1 Miles
Half
Duration
4 Days
Training Plan
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You're in for a proper city adventure, with full or half marathons of grit, iconic monuments, and the beat of a city pushing you on all the way to the finish line by Praça do Comércio. This is the Lisbon Marathon, stunning coastline, a beautiful city, and 26 miles of memories to last a lifetime.
This trip takes on the full 42.2km EDP Lisbon Marathon, a point-to-point route from the Atlantic coast at Carcavelos to a finish on the Tagus at Praca do Comercio. If you have been weighing up the EDP Lisbon Half Marathon, this is the same iconic Lisbon riverside racing at double the distance.
Race Details
- Elevation ~240m total ascent in the first 25km, then flat. The course runs 100% along water: the Atlantic coastline from Carcavelos for the opening half, then the Tagus riverbank into central Lisbon. The final kilometre crosses historic cobblestones at Praça do Comércio.
- Temperature 14–19°C in October. Close to ideal, with mild autumn sunshine and a coastal breeze off the Atlantic.
- Aid Stations 12 stations at km 5, 9.5, 15, 20, 22.5, 25, 27.5, 30, 32.5, 35, 37.5, and 40, stocked with water, Powerade, energy gels, and fruit.
- Landmarks Oeiras coastal gardens, the UNESCO-listed Jerónimos Monastery and Belém Tower, the entire Tagus riverbank, and a finish at Praça do Comércio, Lisbon's grand riverside square opening directly onto the water.
- Crowds IAAF Gold Label-certified with a strong international field. Continuous, vocal support for the first 30km along the coast; quieter between km 33 and 40 before building strongly again through Belém and the riverside finale.
- Atmosphere A unique dual character: Atlantic ocean for the first half, Tagus river for the second. Portuguese music and street performers throughout. The passage through historic Belém, past the Tower and the Monastery, is widely considered one of the most beautiful stretches in world marathon running.
Race Dates
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Lisbon Marathon
Options for this date
Travellers
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Your Impact
- Money for local, family-run businesses across Lisbon
- The opportunity to fundraise for causes that matter, helping tackle real problems one mile at a time.
What's Included
Meals
All meals specified in the itinerary.
Kit Bag
Kit bag with an official Lisbon Marathon technical t-shirt.
BIB + Runner Bag
BIB with chip and runner bag.
Public Transport
Free public transport in Lisbon on marathon day.
Marathon Entry
Guaranteed entry into the Lisbon Marathon.
Water + Gels
Water and gel stations throughout the marathon route.
Medal + Diploma
Finisher medal and diploma to mark the achievement.
Training Plans
Structured training plans to get you race ready.
In-Person Support
A Hardest Adventures rep is in-country with you throughout the challenge.
Fundraising Support
End-to-end fundraising support from the Hardest team.
24/7 Emergency Support
UK emergency line and support active throughout the challenge.
What's Not Included
Travel Insurance
Transport Around Lisbon
Activities in Lisbon
Unspecified Meals
Personal Spending
Flights to & from Lisbon
Visas (if required)
Payment Plans
Hardest Safety Net - After booking you have a 2-week window to change your mind and receive a full refund, no questions asked.
£450 Full Price
Choose Your Payment Plan
Pay In Full
Settle the £450 in one payment at booking. No further admin, no follow-up emails.
£1 Deposit + 6 Monthly Instalments
Lock your spot for £1, then 6 monthly payments of £75.83.
Got Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Defer?
Absolutely! Deferral fees depend on how close you are to your departure date:
- More than 6 months before: Free deferral to another date
- 6–2 months before: £80
- 2 months – 6 weeks before: £120 (if your place hasn't already been fully paid for by this point)
- Under 6 weeks: Deferral not possible
To defer, please email team@hardestadventures.com
Medical & Family Emergencies Those deferring due to a medical or family emergency may be eligible for a free or discounted deferral, subject to the circumstances and how close it is to the trip start date.
What's the Cancellation Policy?
- Within 14 days of booking: Free cancellation & full refund.
- After 14 days: Free cancellation (no refund).
- To cancel, email team@hardestadventures.com
What's the Group Size?
10–30 fellow adventurers.
Where Will I Stay?
You will be staying in twin rooms in a 3-4* hotel in the city, with breakfast included and close proximity to the race route and landmarks.
Our Head of Ops, Sofia@hardestadventures.com, advises and is more than happy to assist you when arranging your:
- Travel Insurance
- Relevant Visas
- Flights
If you have chosen the charity fundraising option, your fundraising deadline is 8 weeks before your challenge start date. With the support of your charity rep, Hardest Adventures, challenge leaders, and University, it's almost impossible not to reach your target.
In the unlikely event the target isn't met by the deadline, here are your options:
- If you're above 80% of your target and have plans in place, your charity can grant you a 2-week deadline extension.
- You can put your own money in and fundraise it back afterwards, as long as you don't keep more than you put in.
- You can defer to next year's trip for a small fee, giving you an extra year to hit your target.
Our Promise We want you to take on this adventure of a lifetime, and we'll do all we can to help you do so.
