Jerusalem marathon

A city back on its feet after a month of war: The 2026 Jerusalem Marathon experience

This spirit of persistence is perhaps why, even with exhausted legs, many are already thinking about next year.

Runners make their way uphill toward Jaffa Gate, passing beneath the Tower of David’s iconic walls.
Offering multiple tracks, the marathon showcases the city’s indomitable spirit.

Winner Jerusalem Marathon 2026: A marathon of resilience in Israel’s capital

Israeli Judoka and Olympic medalist Peter Paltchik.

Israeli Olympic medalist Peter Paltchik on failure, pain, comeback, ahead of Jerusalem Marathon

THOUSANDS OF runners will pack the starting line of the Jerusalem Marathon next week, signaling a powerful return to routine in the capital.

Back on track: Jerusalem Marathon returns as symbol of ‘normalcy’


Running marathons in Israel is different than anywhere else - here's why

Running two marathons - one in Jerusalem and one in the Shomron - highlighted to me how the land is a reflection of the past, present and future of the Jewish people.

 JERUSALEM MARATHON: Pounding the ancient stones.

Running through Jerusalem: View the marathon in pictures

Some 20,000 runners registered to participate in the event, which includes a marathon, half-marathon, 10K, 5K, 1.7K Family Race and 800 m. community race.

 RUNNERS TAKE PART in the Jerusalem 10th Annual Marathon, October 29, 2021

Jerusalem Marathon underway: What should you know about the race?

For the 10th time, Jerusalem's annual marathon is underway with runners tracing a path across the city center.

 THOUSANDS OF runners take part in the 2019 Jerusalem Marathon.

Jerusalem's international marathon is back - did tourism come, too?

Dust off your running shoes. The city’s first international marathon since 2019 is back – and with it, a hopeful return to tourism

 Simpler times during the 2019 Jerusalem Marathon

Jerusalem Marathon just 10 days away

After a long delay due to COVID-19, thousands of runners expected in the capital to participate in six different races.

AFTER A pandemic-induced hiatus, runners in the capital will be back in full force at the 10th Jerusalem Marathon next Friday.

On your mark: the Jerusalem Marathon is coming

The marathon route takes runners on a unique journey, showing Jerusalem's 3,000-year history.

 THOUSANDS OF runners take part in the 2019 Jerusalem Marathon.

This week in Jerusalem: All hands on deck for the trek

A weekly round-up of city affairs.

 THOUSANDS OF runners take part in the 2019 Jerusalem Marathon.

Jerusalem cancels 2020 marathon

The Jerusalem Marathon hosts approximately 35,000 participants from Israel and abroad and is a world renowned sporting event.

Jerusalem Marathon runners run past the Jerusalem's Old City walls, March 15th, 2019

Jerusalem Marathon postponed over coronavirus

Minister of Culture Miri Regev has instructed that everyone operate according to the Health Ministry's instructions.

Jerusalem Marathon runners run past the Jerusalem's Old City walls, March 15th, 2019

Jerusalem Mayor announces immigrants will run for free in winter marathon

"Those that immigrated within the last year are invited to run without paying fees. To the new immigrants- I am proud and excited to host you in the Jerusalem Marathon."

Jerusalem Marathon 2019