2027 Seville Marathon - Feb 21 Countdown

Q: When is the 2027 Seville Marathon and what time does it start?

The 2027 Zurich Maratón de Sevilla is Sunday, February 21, 2027, with the gun at 8:30 AM local time (wheelchair athletes at 8:29). Both the start and finish are in the María Luisa Park area of central Seville. You can plan your build with our training start date calculator.

Q: How flat is the Seville Marathon course?

Exceptionally flat — it is widely called Europe's flattest big-city marathon, with only gentle undulations and a net elevation change of around 10 m across the whole loop (independent trackers log a little more cumulative gain on the small rises, but it is still essentially pancake-flat). There are no real hills to manage, so even pacing is the whole game.

Q: Is the Seville Marathon a Boston qualifier?

Yes. The course is AIMS- and RFEA-certified, so a qualifying time run here is accepted by the Boston Athletic Association. Its flat profile makes it a popular European BQ attempt. Check the standard for your age and gender with our Boston qualifying calculator.

Q: How much does the Seville Marathon cost and how do I register?

Standard general (non-resident) entry is €82.10; residents of Seville province pay less on a tiered scale. Registration is handled on the official site at zurichmaratonsevilla.es, and the marathon (about 20,000 bibs for 2027, up from 17,000 in 2026) sells out months in advance — the 2026 edition sold out completely with a waiting list, so enter as early as the window opens.

Q: What is the time limit for the Seville Marathon?

The cutoff is 6 hours, measured from the start of the last runner, with the finish line closing at 3:00 PM. That is a comfortable limit for most marathoners (roughly 8:30 per kilometre / 13:45 per mile), but the race is really built for runners chasing a time rather than the back of the pack.

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Race Information

Race	2027 Seville Marathon - Feb 21
City	Seville
Date	2027-02-21 at 08:30
Field Size	~20,000 runners
Time Limit	6 hours
Timezone	Europe/Madrid
Official Site	Instituto Municipal de Deportes (IMD), Ayuntamiento de Sevilla
Registration	Register · 82.10 EUR

Race Day Weather

Average Temperature	11°C / 52°F
Humidity	70%
Wind	9 km/h
Rain Chance	25%
Typical Conditions	Cool, crisp February morning, often dry with mild midday warming

What to Prepare: Seville's mid-February start at 8:30 AM is close to ideal racing weather — around 8-11°C (47-52°F) at the gun, climbing toward a daytime high near 19°C (66°F). Mornings are usually dry and still, which is a big reason times here are so fast. Dress for a cool start you can race in, not the warmer afternoon; a throwaway top layer in the corral is plenty.

Based on historical averages for race week. Use our Weather Score Calculator and What to Wear Guide for personalized advice.

Wind Impact on Race Day

Wind at 9 km/h can affect your marathon pace by 5-15 seconds per kilometer. Headwinds slow you down exponentially — a 20 km/h wind costs more than twice a 10 km/h wind.

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Course Profile

Course Type	Single loop
Elevation Gain	10m
Terrain	Road (flat city loop)
Profile	A single flat loop through Seville's historic core — past the Giralda and Cathedral, the Plaza de España, the Triana district and along both banks of the Guadalquivir. Total elevation change is famously minimal (widely cited at roughly 10 m net, with only gentle undulations), which is why Seville is widely called Europe's flattest big-city marathon and one of the world's fastest courses. It is AIMS- and RFEA-certified and Boston-qualifier eligible.
Boston Qualifier	Yes — Check your BQ time

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the 2027 Seville Marathon and what time does it start?

The 2027 Zurich Maratón de Sevilla is Sunday, February 21, 2027, with the gun at 8:30 AM local time (wheelchair athletes at 8:29). Both the start and finish are in the María Luisa Park area of central Seville. You can plan your build with our training start date calculator.

Why is Seville called a PR factory?

Because it reliably turns preparation into fast times. The 2025 edition produced about 1,655 sub-3:00 finishers out of roughly 10,700 — a 15%+ sub-3 rate, among the highest of any marathon in Europe. The combination of a dead-flat single loop, cool dry February air and a deep field makes Seville one of the best places on the continent to chase a personal best. Map your target splits with our pace calculator.

How flat is the Seville Marathon course?

Exceptionally flat — it is widely called Europe's flattest big-city marathon, with only gentle undulations and a net elevation change of around 10 m across the whole loop (independent trackers log a little more cumulative gain on the small rises, but it is still essentially pancake-flat). There are no real hills to manage, so even pacing is the whole game.

Is the Seville Marathon a Boston qualifier?

Yes. The course is AIMS- and RFEA-certified, so a qualifying time run here is accepted by the Boston Athletic Association. Its flat profile makes it a popular European BQ attempt. Check the standard for your age and gender with our Boston qualifying calculator.

How much does the Seville Marathon cost and how do I register?

Standard general (non-resident) entry is €82.10; residents of Seville province pay less on a tiered scale. Registration is handled on the official site at zurichmaratonsevilla.es, and the marathon (about 20,000 bibs for 2027, up from 17,000 in 2026) sells out months in advance — the 2026 edition sold out completely with a waiting list, so enter as early as the window opens.

What is the time limit for the Seville Marathon?

The cutoff is 6 hours, measured from the start of the last runner, with the finish line closing at 3:00 PM. That is a comfortable limit for most marathoners (roughly 8:30 per kilometre / 13:45 per mile), but the race is really built for runners chasing a time rather than the back of the pack.

What is the weather like in Seville in February?

Close to perfect for racing. The 8:30 AM start is usually around 8-11°C (47-52°F), climbing to a daytime high near 19°C (66°F), with mornings often dry and calm. Cool, still air is a major reason Seville produces so many fast times — dress for the cool start and race light. You can compare conditions with our weather score tool.