Connemarathon
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About the race
The Connemara International Marathon is scheduled for 25 April 2027 in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland. The event is listed as the 23rd Connemarathon and includes multiple race distances that start and finish at different local points around Maam Cross.
The distances offered:
- Half marathon: starts in Leenane and finishes 13.1 miles away in Maam Cross.
- Full marathon: starts at Lough Inagh, follows the half marathon course for part of the route, and finishes in Maam Cross.
- Ultra marathon: the revised ultra course introduced in 2023 is retained, covering 39.3 miles.
Race numbers for 2026 entries were posted worldwide; registrants are asked to provide a full address when registering. All participants must complete a short form to confirm their place and to reserve a bus seat for travel to the start, which is used to plan the bus schedule. The website states that weather in Connemara is unpredictable, with past conditions ranging from strong sunshine to bitter cold. Additional information such as baggage transfer, course profiles, water stations, results and other logistics is provided on the event pages. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
