The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon (42.2km) is a prominent global city race open to elite athletes and social runners. Along the route, you’ll get to experience the spectacular beauty of Cape Town’s mountains and sea, and some of the city’s great attractions.

Running the marathon is unique way to take in the highlights and vibrant spirit of one of Africa’s most visited and celebrated cities. It is the ideal race for athletes who want to achieve fast times, and for first-timers. The route is wheelchair-friendly, and the 6 hours and 30 minutes cut-off time accommodates different fitness levels.

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The 22km Sanlam Cape Town Peace Trail Run offers you some of the best views in Cape Town. You can expect to rise above the urban environment and immerse yourself in nature as you take on the trails of Signal Hill and Lion’s Head.

Runners can expect stunning vistas from the slopes of Signal Hill, as well as unique views over the sweeping Atlantic Ocean from the contour path on Lion’s Head, before finishing at Green Point Stadium.

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The 12km Sanlam Cape Town Peace Trail Run will take you above the urban environment, allowing you to immerse yourself in the magnificent sights and sounds of nature on the trails of Signal Hill and Lion’s Head.

You can expect some stunning city and Table Mountain vistas, as well as amazing views over the Atlantic Ocean from the contour path on Lion’s Head before making the descent to finish at Green Point Stadium.

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When running the Sanlam Cape Town 10km Peace Run, you’ll get to experience the Mother City like never before. Join a global community, consisting of thousands of runners, who traditionally come together to run 10km in commemoration of the United Nation’s International Day of Peace.

This heartfelt and unifying event is open to all, from elite athletes to walkers. The 10km route is flat and fast, so you’ll be able to take in the natural beauty of the Atlantic seaboard while enjoying the vibrant spirit of Cape Town.

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Sanlam Cape Town Marathon’s 5km Peace Run is a community-building event that encourages all to join – the 1-hour cut-off time also accommodates walkers. It provides an opportunity for families and friends, businesses, schools and other community groups to band together and enjoy being part of one of Africa’s most prestigious athletic events.

The 5km route circles the attractive Green Point Urban Park and Biodiversity Garden.

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