Silesia Marathon took place on Sun, Oct 4, 2026 in Katowice, Poland. The main route is 42.2 km.
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- Date
- Sun, Oct 4, 2026
- Start
- Katowice 🇵🇱
- Distance
- 42.2 km
- Climbing
- 283 m
- Level
- Open to all
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Start freeThe race features a marathon, half marathon, and ultramarathon with a memorable finish on the track inside the iconic Silesian Stadium in Chorzów.
What this race demands
The Silesia Marathon demands sustained aerobic endurance over a full 42.2 km distance, requiring disciplined pacing to manage the moderate 283 m of elevation gain.
Aerobic endurance
Covering the full marathon distance of 42.2 km places a heavy demand on the aerobic energy system and requires rigorous training to sustain forward progress.
Pacing discipline
The rolling elevation profile of 283 m spread across the course requires even energy distribution to avoid premature fatigue before the stadium finish.
Impact durability
Running on asphalt for over four hours demands robust musculoskeletal resilience and structural durability to withstand repetitive ground reaction forces.
Athletes should target 60 to 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour to maintain energy levels throughout an expected duration exceeding three hours.
What would it take you?
Pick the level closest to yours for an estimate of finish time on this course and the training a solid preparation needs.
Estimated finish
4:00–4:50
Peak-week training
5–7 h/week
A model estimate from distance, climbing and level, not a promise. Conditions, drafting and pacing move it.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Silesia Marathon?
Silesia Marathon took place on Sun, Oct 4, 2026 in Katowice, Poland.
How long is Silesia Marathon?
The main route is 42.2 km.
What does Silesia Marathon demand?
The Silesia Marathon demands sustained aerobic endurance over a full 42.2 km distance, requiring disciplined pacing to manage the moderate 283 m of elevation gain.
How much climbing does Silesia Marathon have?
Silesia Marathon has 283 m of climbing.
Who is Silesia Marathon for?
Silesia Marathon is open to all participants.
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