Eilat Desert Marathon
The Desert Marathon takes you from the vibrant vacation-city of Eilat into the surrounding mountains with their beautiful shades of sand, and breathtaking views that turn the race into an unforgettable experience. The events of the Eilat Desert Marathon take place over three full days of sports activities, hospitality and a festive finale at a huge after-marathon party you won’t want to miss.
42.2 km
Collective ascent:
651mStart Time:
06:20Cut-off:
6.5 hoursStarting Point:
Sun BayFinish:
Herods HotelHeat Cost:
250 - 320 NIS42.2 km - Map & Water Stations
609 meters of cumulative ascent; the highest point is 300 meters above sea level.
16 refreshment stations, at approximately every 3k;
Of them:
- 6 with energy refreshment (dates, bananas, halva and pretzels)
- 4 with gels (High5 and 32GI)
- 6 with isotonic drink
Terrain constantly changes, from wide paths, to gravel, sand-gravel, technical parts, and rolling hills.
21.1 km
Collective ascent:
264mStart Time:
06:50Cut-off:
3.5 hoursStarting Point:
Sun BayFinish:
Herods HotelHeat Cost:
200 - 280 NIS21.1 km - Map & Water Stations
248 meters of cumulative ascent; the highest point is 178 meters above sea level.
7 refreshment stations, at approximately every 3k;
Of them:
- 2 with energy refreshment (dates, bananas, halva and pretzels)
- 2 with gels (High5 and 32GI)
- 2 with isotonic drink
Terrain constantly changes, from wide paths, to gravel, sand-gravel, technical parts, and rolling hills.
10 km
Collective ascent:
64 mStart Time:
07:05Cut-off:
6.5 hoursStarting Point:
Sun BayFinish:
Herods HotelHeat Cost:
110 - 190 NIS10 km - Map & Water Stations
92 meters of cumulative ascent; the highest point is 60 meters above sea level.
3 refreshment stations
Of them:
- 1 with energy refreshment (dates, bananas, halva and pretzels)
- 1 with isotonic drink