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Sanlam Cape Town Marathon

A marathon in Cape Town, South Africa.

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Marathon field running along an oceanside highway
Marathon field running along an oceanside highway. AI-generated image.
Type
Marathon
Where
Cape Town, South Africa
Level
Intermediate to experienced

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 if you already have a few races behind you.

Training for it

Give yourself 16 to 20 weeks, starting from being able to run 10K comfortably.

  • Build the long run gradually, to around 30 to 32 km at its peak.
  • Practise your race-day fuelling on long runs.
  • Taper for the last two to three weeks.