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Comrades Marathon

A road ultramarathon of about 90 km in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It runs between Durban and Pietermaritzburg, alternating direction each year between an 'up' run and a 'down' run.

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Trail runner crossing a mountain stream
Trail runner crossing a mountain stream. AI-generated image.
Type
Trail race
Where
KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Level
Experienced ultrarunners

Race dates

The date for the next edition is not published yet.

Dates change, so check the official site before you enter or book travel. Last checked June 3, 2026.

About the race

Best for experienced ultrarunners.

Training for it

Trail races reward time on your feet and climbing more than road speed. Train on terrain like the course.

  • Build your long runs by time rather than distance.
  • Practise hiking the steep climbs and running the descents.
  • Check the mandatory kit list early and train with that kit on.