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200mi+
Marathon des Sables
250km Distance
800m Elevation
10 Grit Score
Elite/Extreme Level
Vertical Intensity 3 D+/km
This course is relatively flat and fast. Ideal for PB attempts.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a fast & flat course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
With desert terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
For 100km+ efforts, prioritize real food at aid stations to prevent palate fatigue.
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A 6-day, 250km self-supported stage race through the Sahara Desert.
Highlights
- Self-supported desert stage race
- 6 days of racing
- Saharan sand dunes