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The Istanbul Marathon, first held in 1979, is the only marathon in the world run across two continents, with runners crossing the Bosphorus Bridge from Asia into Europe each November.
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Istanbul Marathon ranks #57 of 309 in the Marathon ranking, behind Barcelona Marathon, ahead of Rome Marathon.
Unique two-continent course, strong landmark appeal, good international reputation, but hilly profile and logistics temper ratings.
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How good is Istanbul Marathon?
Istanbul Marathon scores 8.00/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Marathon category. Unique two-continent course, strong landmark appeal, good international reputation, but hilly profile and logistics temper ratings.
What are the best alternatives to Istanbul Marathon?
See our alternatives page for Istanbul Marathon for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Beirut Marathon, Amman Marathon, Chicago Marathon.
How does Istanbul Marathon compare to Beirut Marathon?
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Is Istanbul Marathon worth it in 2026?
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