Queenstown Marathon: The Most Scenic Marathon in the World

The Queenstown Marathon is one of the most scenic marathons in the world, set against a backdrop of stunning mountains, glaciers, and crystal-clear lakes.
Runners will follow a point-to-point course that starts in the heart of Queenstown and continues along Lake Wakatipu to finish at the historic Arrowtown Bridge. Along the way, runners will pass by some of the region's most iconic landmarks.
The Queenstown Marathon, which also includes distances of 21.1km, 10km and 2.2km, is a popular event for runners of all abilities.
The 2024 Queenstown Marathon was held on Saturday, November 19th. It was a great success with over 9,000 runners taking part. The weather was perfect for running, and the atmosphere was electric.
The winner of the men's marathon was Kenyan runner Sammy Rotich, who finished in a time of 2:15:34. The winner of the women's marathon was Ruth Chepngetich of Kenya, who finished in a time of 2:28:34.
If you are looking for a scenic marathon with a great atmosphere, then the Queenstown Marathon is the perfect event for you.