Marathon Eryri
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Marathon Eryri : race summary
Marathon Eryri is a marathon event that runs around Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) within Eryri National Park. The race was first held in 1982 and the route circles Snowdon, giving the event a distinctive place in the annual marathon calendar. The 2026 edition is the 42nd staging and takes place on 24 October 2026. The race start is just outside Llanberis on the A4086 and the finish is in Llanberis; the event headquarters is at the Electric Mountain / former Electric Mountain Visitor Centre in Llanberis (LL55 4TA).
Registration takes place at the event centre on the day before and the morning of the race when runners collect their race packs. Spectator advice and race-route details are published by the organiser. Competitors are advised to carry suitable body cover because autumn weather can be challenging.
Travel and parking information notes Pay Display car parks in the village, free shuttle buses from the official event parking at Glyn Rhonwy to Llanberis on race morning, and a return minibus service in the afternoon. Public transport options include rail to Bangor with connecting buses to Llanberis; the nearest airports mentioned are Liverpool and Manchester.
Prizes are awarded in male and female categories, multiple age-group and team categories, and a £1000 prize is offered to any runner who breaks the race record. The Michael Forte Challenge Trophy has been presented to the winner annually since 1982. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
