The Rome Marathon 2026 will take place on March 22, 2026. The race will start from Via dei Fori Imperiali and finish at the Circus Maximus.

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Acea Run Rome The Marathon isn’t just a race, it’s a journey through the heart of Rome, blending sport, emotion, and breathtaking scenery. Now in its 31st edition, the Rome Marathon follows the classic 26.2-mile (42.195 km) course.

A truly one-of-a-kind route: it starts at the Imperial Forums, with the Colosseum behind you, and in just a few steps you reach Piazza Venezia, with sweeping views over the Palatine Hill and the Circus Maximus. Along the way, you’ll pass some of Rome’s most iconic landmarks: the impressive , the Pyramid of Cestius, the fresh breeze along the Tiber riverbanks with views of Tiber Island, all the way to and the spectacular Via della Conciliazione leading to the majestic .

The route then heads north into the Foro Italico, crosses Ponte Milvio, and runs alongside the modern Auditorium Parco della Musica. Another stretch along the Tiber takes you to Piazza del Popolo, then on to the Spanish Steps and Piazza Navona.

The final 2 km bring you back in front of the Vittoriano: you pass the iconic Mouth of Truth and, with one last push, cross the finish line in triumphant style inside the Circus Maximus.

Check for the marathon’s route.

You can enjoy Rome and the Run Rome The Marathon by walking too. All Fitwalking enthusiasts are welcome to the marathon–dedicated Pacers will guide and support walkers throughout the course at suitable paces.

Runners have the option to partake in the Run4Rome, a relay race that consists of 26 miles. All you have to do is create your own team of four people and run the four stages of roughly 10 km for a total of 42.195 km. The proceeds earned will go to non-profit organizations to support social issues. 

If you’re looking for a lighter workout, you can register for the non-competitive Fun Run. This year, the event will take place on Saturday, March 21 at 10:30 AM, with a 5 km route starting and finishing at the Circus Maximus. It will be a celebration of joy, well-being, friendship, and solidarity, with plenty of music along the way. In recent years, the event has reached a record of 80,000 participants, making it the most popular Stracittadina in the world.

Registration must be made on-line, following the instructions available on the website . The registration fee for the Rome Marathon is €129. This edition will be limited to 30,000 participants.

22 MARCH 2026 at 8.30am

Start from via dei Fori Imperiali (Colosseum)

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