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Event summary
Funchal Marathon 2027 is a road running event taking place on January 31, 2027, in Funchal, Madeira, featuring three race distances: the full marathon (42.195 km), half marathon (21.1 km), and mini marathon (8.3 km).
Set against Madeira’s dramatic coastal scenery, the event combines destination-marathon appeal with competitive racing, welcoming both elite and recreational runners. Participants can choose between the classic marathon, a fast half marathon, or the shorter mini marathon route.
Organized by the Madeira Athletics Association, the event includes official classifications, age-group competition, electronic timing, frequent aid stations, pacers in the marathon, finisher medals, and athlete support services including transport to the start and bag drop.
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Start times
• 15:00 — Marathon (subject to organizer confirmation)
• 16:30 — Mini Marathon (subject to organizer confirmation)
• 17:00 — Half Marathon (subject to organizer confirmation)
Race distances
• Marathon — 42.195 km
• Half Marathon — 21.0975 km
• Mini Marathon — approx. 8.3 km
Age categories
• U20 (Mini Marathon only)
• U23
• Senior
• Masters M/W35 to M/W75+
Course format
• Official road race courses
• Refreshment stations throughout the route
• Water, isotonic drinks and energy nutrition
Time limits
• Marathon — 6 hours
• Half Marathon — 3 hours
• Mini Marathon — 1h30
Timing method
• Electronic chip timing
Prizes
• Overall and age-group awards
• Prize money in the Marathon (subject to 2027 confirmation)
Location
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Road Running 8 km
Half Marathon 21 km
Marathon 42 km
Benefits
🎽 Official event shirt
🏅 Finisher medal for all finishers
⏱️ Official chip timing
🚍 Transport to start areas
🥤 Frequent aid stations
🍝 Marathon athlete perks including Pasta Party (subject to confirmation)
⏱️ Marathon pacers
🛡️ Sports insurance included