48. Zurich Rock'n'Roll Marathon of Madrid

The Zurich Rock’n’Roll Running Series Madrid 2026 will take place on Sunday, April 26, 2026, and offers three distances: Marathon (42.195 km), Half Marathon (21.097 km), and 10 km. The route runs through the heart of Madrid and passes iconic landmarks such as the Paseo de la Castellana, the Bernabéu Stadium, the Cuatro Torres, the Puerta del Sol, the Royal Palace, the Casa de Campo, and the Prado Museum – finishing on the Paseo de Recoletos between the Plaza de Cibeles and the Plaza de Colón. Live rock bands along the route and a music and festival element at the finish make the event a unique cultural experience – part of the renowned Rock ’n’ Roll Marathon Series with Gold Label from World Athletics. In 2025, a record was set with around 45,000 participants (Marathon, Half Marathon, 10 km), with 7,500 runners remaining on a waiting list. The fees for participation vary depending on the distance and registration time: Marathon between €70 and €100, Half Marathon €40–60, 10 km €25–40. The event combines athletic challenge, cultural highlights, and urban atmosphere – perfect for SEO, as it clearly addresses keywords such as “Marathon Madrid 2026,” “Route Madrid,” “Participant numbers Marathon Madrid” and emphasizes important local highlights as well as the music and ambiance element.

Marathon (42,195 km), Halbmarathon (21,097 km) und 10 km