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Sahara Marathon

Sahara Marathon

2026-02-24

📍 Tindouf, Argélia

🏃‍♂️ 10 km 🏃‍♂️ 21 km 🏃‍♂️ 42 km 🏃‍♂️ 5 km 🌍 INT
The Sahara Marathon is an international sport event to demonstrate solidarity with the Saharawi people and this year celebrates its twelfth edition.

It’s organized by the Secretary of State for Sport, Government of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic with the help of volunteers from all over the world. For the promotion and coordination of participants from other countries, the organization also partners with Marie Frison from France, Wolfgang Hoffman from Germany, Oddvar Rosten from Norway and Danielle Smith from England.

The Sahara Marathon, which along with the standard-distance marathon also includes the shorter distances of 21km, 10km, 5km and the children’s race, is aimed at promoting sport activity among Saharawi young men and women and financing and developing humanitarian programs.

Frequently asked questions about Sahara Marathon

When is Sahara Marathon?

Sahara Marathon takes place on 2026-02-24.

Where does Sahara Marathon take place?

The event takes place in Tindouf, Argélia.

What are the modalities or distances?

The associated modalities/distances are: 10 km, 21 km, 42 km, 5 km.

Where can I register?

Registrations and official information should be checked on the event’s official website.