- Elevation gain
- 1,527 m
- Time limit
- 8 h 30 min
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46K · A marathon where toughness meets beauty
Marathon
From Jordán, at the bottom of the canyon, to San Gil, Colombia's adventure sports capital, by way of Barichara. It's 46 km and 2,338 m of climbing on stone paths, through historic towns and wild landscapes.
- Distance
- 46.0 km
- Elevation gain
- 2,338 m
- Elevation loss
- 1,645 m
- Time limit
- 13 h
- ITRA points
- 2
- Start
- 07:00
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The route
Jordán, ringed by towering mountains with the river beside you, is the perfect setting for the start. Two flat kilometers along the river and then, suddenly, a brutal 1,200-meter climb: the heat and the rugged path are rewarded with an unrivaled view of the Chicamocha Canyon, which you leave behind step by step.
After El Punto (km 8.4) come fast traverses across wide farmland to Villanueva (km 15.4). Then a short climb on the Tierra Negra trail, past the Cuartel de Bolívar, and a quick descent into Barichara (km 23.9), where your crew can support you.
From Barichara the route climbs toward the antennas to the Hotel Carigua checkpoint (km 33), the marathon's high point at 1,811 m. San Gil is already in sight, but it's an illusion: the descent winds on for 13 kilometers. You run through the streets of San Gil and reach the finish knowing you've overcome every obstacle on the course and every goal you set in training.
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Elevation profile
Official elevation chart
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Checkpoints and cut-offs
| CP | Location | Km | Altitude | Cut-off | Services |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC0 | Jordán | 0 | 470 m | — | Start · hot potato broth and aguapanela (hot cane-sugar drink) before the gun, plus first aid |
| PC1 | El Punto | 8.4 | 1,554 m | — | Water, fruit and first aid |
| PC2 | Villanueva | 15.4 | 1,455 m | 6 jun 12:00 · 5 h | Water, fruit and first aid |
| PC3 | BaricharaCrew access | 23.9 | 1,337 m | 6 jun 14:30 · 7 h 30 min | Water, fruit, hot food and first aid |
| PC4 | Hotel Carigua | 33 | 1,811 m | ≈ 6 jun 17:00 | Water, fruit and first aid · highest point of the race, by the antennas |
| PC5 | San Gil | 46.0 | 1,114 m | 6 jun 20:00 · 13 h | Water, fruit, hot food and first aid |
The marathon has three cut-offs: Villanueva (5 h of race time), Barichara (7 h 30 min) and the finish in San Gil (13 h). Barichara is the marathon's authorized crew-access checkpoint (PCAA): one supporter per runner may give you food, drinks, clothing or a massage. Your supporters may be with you from 100 m before to 100 m after the checkpoint; anywhere else it counts as unauthorized assistance.
- Cut-off: the latest time you may leave each checkpoint. If you leave later, you are out of the race under the rules. The organization may adjust cut-offs for safety reasons or unforeseen events.
- Cut-offs marked ≈ are approximate and meant to help you plan your pace.
- There are no disposable cups at the aid stations: drinks are served only in your personal cup.
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Good to know
Start date and place
Sunday 6 June 2027, 7:00 a.m., at Jordán main square, Santander.
The finish is at El Puente Shopping Center, near San Gil's main square. Times and route may be adjusted for safety; any change is announced through the race's official channels.
Transport to Jordán
- The organization takes you from San Gil to Jordán, about 2 h 30 min – 3 h by road. Buses leave in the early hours of Sunday from El Puente Shopping Center, by the Metro store steps; check the exact time in the schedule and be there half an hour early.
- There are two extra departures on Saturday, at 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., subject to availability and booked in advance through the form in the Runner's Guide.
- If you are staying in Barichara, transport to Jordán can be arranged early on Sunday for an extra fee, depending on how many people confirm. Book it through the same form and collect your ticket at the organization tent during kit pick-up.
- In Jordán we'll be waiting before the start with hot potato broth and aguapanela, a traditional hot drink made from cane sugar.
Bib pick-up and check-in
Friday 4 and Saturday 5 June 2027, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., at El Puente Shopping Center, near San Gil's main square.
To collect your bib you must show all of your mandatory gear and have your documents uploaded through the form in the Runner's Guide. If you can't make it, someone else can collect your kit with your mandatory gear and the signed authorization form.
Documents and conditions
- The marathon is open to runners aged 16 and over. If you are under 18, you need the minor authorization form signed by a parent or legal guardian, as set out in the rules.
- Before race day, upload a copy of your ID and the signed liability waiver through the form in the Runner's Guide.
Categories and awards
Age groups, awarded with medals:
- Women: up to 39 · 40 to 49 · 50 and over.
- Men: up to 39 · 40 to 49 · 50 and over.
Your age is the one you will be on 31 December 2027.
Cash prizes and sponsor awards go to the top three overall women and men. Age groups are awarded medals. See the details on the awards page.
The marathon is part of the Latin American Trail Circuit (Circuito Latinoamericano de Trail): see its rules at circuitolatinoamericanodetrail.com.
Bag drop
If you spend Saturday night in Jordán, on Sunday you can hand in a white bag, securely closed and marked with your bib number, name and distance, and we will take it to San Gil.
- Hand it to the logistics staff in Jordán before 6:15 a.m. and sign the register.
- You can pick it up in San Gil from 9:00 p.m. on Sunday.
- The organization does not check the contents and is not responsible for bags other than the ones described.
Finish
El Puente Shopping Center, near San Gil's main square and the race headquarters. The time limit is 13 hours: the marathon finish closes at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday.
Registration and fee
The regular reference fee for the 2026 edition was COP 506,000. The registration platform always shows the current fee.
See registration stages, discounts and conditions on the registration page.
ITRA points and UTMB Index
Finishers earn 2 ITRA points, and the race counts toward the UTMB Index in the 50K category.
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Mandatory gear
Mandatory gear
- Race bib with timing chip, worn on the front and visible at all times: if it can't be seen, the chip won't record you and you may be disqualified.
- Mobile phone with calling credit.
- Headlamp or flashlight with batteries.
- Spare batteries for the light.
- Hydration system of at least 1.5 liters.
- Personal cup: the aid stations do not provide cups.
- Emergency thermal blanket.
- Whistle.
- Food reserve.
- Cash for emergencies.
- Elastic bandage, 3 cm × 1 m.
Recommended gear
Trekking poles, knife or pocketknife, tweezers or thorn remover, sunscreen, petroleum jelly, GPS, cap or visor, sunglasses, a windproof or waterproof jacket with hood, and long sleeves and trousers to protect you from thorns and nettles.
Your race kit will not be handed over unless you show all of your mandatory gear. Judges may check it at any time: at the start, on the course, at checkpoints or at the finish. Each missing item adds a 20-minute penalty at every check.
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