Boston Marathon
Boston
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USA
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North America
Epic 26.2-mile journey from Hopkinton to Boston, featuring Heartbreak Hill and fervent crowd support.
PB Potential Ranking
Challenging
4.14
Race Distance
Marathon
42.195km
26.2ml
Race Official Name
The Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America.
Race Month
April
Race Date 2025
Monday, April 21, 2025
Race Type
Road
Country
USA
City
Boston
Region
North America
Website
About the Race
The Boston Marathon, held annually on Patriots' Day, is a prestigious race that begins in the charming town of Hopkinton, Massachusetts, and winds its way through eight cities and towns before culminating in the heart of Boston. Runners experience a unique blend of historic New England charm and fervent spectator support, with the course's rolling hills and the infamous Heartbreak Hill testing their endurance and resolve. The atmosphere is electric, with the cheers of the crowd propelling runners forward, creating an unforgettable sense of camaraderie and achievement.
Elevation
Elevation Gain (m)
248
Net Elevation Gain (m)
-140
Altitude (m)
73
Rolling Elevation Change (m)
636
Temperature
Average Temperature (°C)
12
Humidity (%)
60
Air Quality Index
30
Wind (km/h)
14
Participants
Average Number of Participants
30,000
The map shown is based on data from the past edition of this event. The actual route for the upcoming edition may be different.
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