Marathon

Cape Town Marathon Poster

Africa's only Abbott World Marathon Major-certified race, set against Table Mountain and the Atlantic seaboard.

City
Cape Town
Country
South Africa
Distance
42.2 km / 26.2 mi
Date
October 18, 2026 (approx.)

The Cape Town Marathon is a marathon of 42.2 km (26.2 mi), based in Cape Town, South Africa, usually in October. Drop in your GPX, TCX, FIT or KML file to create a custom poster of your route.

Official race website: Cape Town Marathon

More posters in South Africa: Comrades Marathon , Ultra-Trail Cape Town , Cape Town Cycle Tour (Cape Argus) . Other Marathon posters: Tokyo Marathon , Boston Marathon , London Marathon .

What your Cape Town Marathon poster could look like

Style examples with illustrative routes — upload your own GPS file below and your real route & stats replace these.

CAPE TOWN
MARATHON
Cape Town, South Africa
42.20km
3:45:55
5:21/km
68m
3160Cal
Every Step Counts
CAPE TOWN
MARATHON
Cape Town, South Africa
42.20km
3:42:09
5:16/km
301m
3160Cal
Stronger Than Yesterday
CAPE TOWN
MARATHON
Cape Town, South Africa
42.20km
3:58:29
5:39/km
234m
3160Cal
Earned, Not Given

Make your own Cape Town Marathon poster

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Frequently asked questions

When is the Cape Town Marathon?
The Cape Town Marathon is typically held in October — around October 18, 2026 (check the official race site for the confirmed 2026 date).
How long is the Cape Town Marathon?
42.2 km (26.2 mi) — full marathon distance.
Where is the Cape Town Marathon held?
The Cape Town Marathon is held in Cape Town, South Africa.
Who organises the Cape Town Marathon?
The Cape Town Marathon is organised by ASEM Running, whose official website has entry and course details.
Where can I find official Cape Town Marathon information?
Dates, entry, and course details are published on the official Cape Town Marathon website. After the race, export your GPS file and turn it into a poster here.
How do I make a Cape Town Marathon poster?
Upload your GPX, TCX, or FIT file to Route Posters. Your 42.2 km (26.2 mi) route and stats are instantly turned into a beautiful, print-ready poster — free and no sign-up needed.
How do I get my GPS file for the Cape Town Marathon?
After your race, export a GPX, TCX, or FIT file from Strava, Garmin Connect, Apple Fitness, Komoot, Wahoo, Suunto, or your watch app. Look for the "Export" or "Download" option on the activity detail page.

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