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Petra Desert Marathon

04 September 2027

Run back in time!

42.2k / 25k

Petra, Jordan

Sand, gravel, asphalt

Challenge yourself to a desert run in legendary settings!

Get ready for an unforgettable race adventure in one of the world’s most iconic and historic locations — Petra, Jordan.

Jordan is a land of rich culture, dramatic desert landscapes, and ancient wonders, making it the perfect backdrop for a truly unique marathon experience.

Starting in the heart of the ancient city of Petra, the Petra Desert Marathon takes you past rock-carved tombs and temples before venturing into the vast, lunar-like terrain of the Jordanian desert, with challenging climbs and breathtaking views.

Join us where history meets endurance!

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Inspiring stories

Great experience with a run in a beautiful area, with the big chance to visit such a place out of the tourist time and with a good guide later on. The extension was also great with a nice sleep in the desert. Hotels were at good level and the locations great, at the exception of the last night before departure. The marathon was very well organized with many water stations.
The Petra Marathon itself was an incredible and very special experience - nothing beats seeing the Treasury at first light, with only other marathon runners there. My friend who was spectating also really enjoyed the experience of having the Treasury almost to himself once the runners had started!
An amazing experience! The marathon was a great challenge and you were rewarded with beautiful views! The organisation of the whole trip from start to finish was brilliant.
- Marathon runner 2026
La experiencia fue increíble… correr en un lugar tan histórico, con un terreno tan diferente y rodeado de tan bien ambiente hace de la carrera una experiencia increible
This was my first half marathon, it was harder than I was prepared for, but overall it was 100% worth the effort. The site and the surrounding hills are very impressive, it is hard not to stop at take photos all the way. Great organisation, transportation and accomodation.
The whole experience was amazing. The days at the Dead Sea were beautiful and relaxing. Petra was wonderful. I loved the run it was fabulous and I kept making myself stop to look around at this amazing place. The celebration dinner was great, what a place!
What to say ?? Not only a marathon, this was a wonderful experience with beautiful people and so incredible landscape.
Es war eine fantastische Erfahrung bei perfekter Organisation. Es passte einfach alles, angefangen bei der Abholung vom Flughafen über die Auswahl der Hotels bis hin zum eigentlichen Lauf mit ausreichend Getränkestationen.
I picked this race because it checked all the boxes: a running challenge in an amazing location with all the extras (adventure excursions, Petra tours, Dead Sea), it delivered that and more, especially the first point 😆.
What an awesome marathon!
Another fantastic trip to an incredible place with Albatros.
- Marathon runner 2026
One of the best holidays that I’ve had. Such an amazing diverse experience, visiting Jerash, Amman, the relaxation on the Dead Sea, the wonder of Petra and of course the Desert Marathon and running through the Siq was special, and the incredible adventure in Wadi Rum. The Jordanian’s were so welcoming and friendly, it’s a fantastic culture.
- Marathon runner 2026