Dune Desert Marathon. Run in the Desert

Morocco flag Merzouga, Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco

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Dune Desert Marathon. Run in the Desert worldsmarathons.com
Date 21 Feb, 2027
Races 6 distances
Entry fee $31.89 – $41.00
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Dune Desert Marathon. Run in the Desert

About the event

Immerse yourself in the exotic allure of Merzouga's dunes with the Dune Marathon, Half Marathon, or 10k race. This desert adventure offers an unparalleled blend of breathtaking landscapes and top-notch amenities that cater to runners from around the globe.
The route itself is mostly flat but features two sectors where you'll encounter towering sand dunes, offering a unique challenge and unforgettable scenery. Each participant will be equipped with a geolocator for tracking purposes, while support vehicles are on standby should any assistance be needed—though the clear visibility of the course makes navigation straightforward.
Accommodation during your stay is provided by luxurious 4-star hotels, ensuring comfort after each day's run. However, there’s more to experience than just running; you can explore the desert in style with buggy rides and a traditional camel trek through the dunes. For those seeking an authentic taste of life in this arid environment, spend one night under the stars in comfortable haimas (tents).
The event includes comprehensive services such as airport transfers, lodging at 4-star hotels, overnight stays in haima tents, buggy activities, and camel routes. This race is part of the Wild Marathon Series Championship, which also features events in Tanzania, Finland, Nepal, Morocco, and Mexico.
Join runners from around the world for an experience that combines adventure with luxury—a perfect blend to make your desert running journey unforgettable.

Races offered

22Feb

10K

Running

Distance
10K
Countdown
98 days
Entry fee
N/A
22Feb

Half Marathon

Running

Distance
21.1K
Countdown
98 days
Entry fee
N/A
22Feb

Marathon

Running

Distance
42.2K
Countdown
98 days
Entry fee
N/A
21Feb

Companion (3% deposit)

Running

Distance
10K
Countdown
98 days
Entry fee
$31.89
21Feb

Half Marathon (3% deposit)

Running

Distance
21.1K
Countdown
98 days
Entry fee
$41.00
21Feb

Marathon (3% deposit)

Running

Distance
42.2K
Countdown
98 days
Entry fee
$41.00

Weather history

3-year monthly averages for February in Merzouga.

Temperature6.2° / 19.3°
Feels like2.4° / 14.4°
Sunshine hours10h 8m
Rainfall0.4 mm
Snowfall—
Wind11.4 km/h (Light breeze)
Humidity42.0%
Max UV indexModerate (3.0)
Sweat lossLow
Course conditionsFirm and slightly soft
Sunrise07:56
Sunset19:02

About Merzouga

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Merzouga is a village in the Sahara Desert in Morocco, on the edge of Erg Chebbi, a 50-km long and 5-km wide set of sand dunes that reach up to 350 m above the plain and 808 m above sea level.

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