GENERAL RULES OF THE MALAGA 2026 MARATHON

ARTICLE 1. INTRODUCTION

LASTLAP, S.L.U., is organising the GENERALI Maratón de Málaga, to be held on Sunday 8 November 2026, starting at 8.30 am,  in which any adult who wishes to take part may do so, without distinction.

 

ARTICLE 2. APPROVAL

The circuit will be 42.195 kilometres long and will be duly approved. This event is run under the WA and the RFEA Road Race Regulations. The route will be marked and signposted at every kilometre.

 

ARTICLE 3. ROUTE

Starting and finishing line at Paseo del Parque, opposite the University of Málaga’s Rectorate, with the route published on the Marathon’s official website, www.generalimaratonmalaga.com/marathon-malaga-en/

 

ARTICLE 4. SCHEDULE AND PASSING TIMES

The race will start at 8.30 am, followed by the start of the various waves. The maximum time to complete the race is 5 hours and 30 minutes from the last official start.

The mandatory passing times to complete the race are as follows:

PK	Maximum time
5	00h39:05
10	01h18:10
15	01h57:15
20	02h36:00
25	3h15:25
30	03h54:30
35	04h33:35
40	05h12:40

 

Participants who fail to meet these passing times will be disqualified by the race judges and will, from that point onwards, be considered out of control and out of the race; they must, if necessary, leave the roadways.

 

ARTICLE 5. WHEELED MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT

The use of any wheeled device or apparatus is prohibited during the race (including handbikes), with the exception of wheelchairs for disabled athletes, which must be approved by the Federation and officially authorised by the Organising Committee.

 

ARTICLE 6. REGISTRATION

6.1.- REGISTRATION PERIOD:

From 30 December 2025 until Monday 2 November 2026 at 8.00 pm, via online, or until the 12,000 bibs available are used up.

If bibs are still available, a bib counter will be set up for this purpose during the runners’ fair.

 

6.2.-  PRICES AND REGISTRATION DEADLINES:

On the official website https://www.generalimaratonmalaga.com/marathon-malaga-en/ 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

6.2.1.- In order to accredit the condition of disability, it will be necessary to attach a certificate confirming a disability of over 33% when registering via the registration form.

Alternatively, a copy of the disability certificate may be sent by email to the same address.

6.2.2.- The registration period will close at 8.00 pm on Monday 2 November 2026, unless the organisers deem it appropriate to extend this period.

 

6.3.- HOW TO REGISTER:

Online, at https://www.generalimaratonmalaga.com/marathon-malaga-en/, in the registration section.

 

6.4.- CONSIDERATIONS:

• Registration is personal and non-transferable and implies full acceptance of the Technical Regulations for the event, including the Declaration of Responsibility contained therein (Annex 1).
• Under no circumstances, once registration has been completed, may participation be transferred to another person on the grounds of being unable to take part in the event or for any other reason.

 

6.5.- CANCELLATION INSURANCE

Once registration has been completed, the registration fee will not be refunded under any circumstances. At the time of registration, runners may take out cancellation insurance for their entry, with two options available, one of which must be selected upon registration:

1. No, I do not want any guarantee.
2. Standard cancellation guarantee: 100% of the registration fee will be refunded (bib price excluding extras: medal engraving, photos, sunglasses, etc.), minus the cost of the cancellation guarantee. Deadline for requesting a refund: 15 October.

• The cancellation guarantee can only be taken out at the time of registration.
• The cancellation guarantee fee is non-refundable.
• Changes of registration will not be accepted.
• It is essential to take out the guarantee at the time of registration.

 

ARTICLE 7. CATEGORIES AND CLASSIFICATIONS

7.1.- CATEGORIES

The following categories are established:

• Under-20: born in 2007 and 2008.
• Under-23: born in 2004, 2005 and 2006.
• Senior M / F: born in 2003 up to the age of 35.
• Master M35 / F35: aged 35 to 39 inclusive.
• Master M 40 / F 40: aged 40 to 44 inclusive.
• Master M 45 / F 45: aged 45 to 49 inclusive
• Master M 50/ F 50: Aged 50 to 54 inclusive.
• Master M 55/ F 55: Aged 55 to 59 inclusive.
• Master M 60/ F 60: Aged 60 to 64 inclusive.
• Master M 65/ F 65: Aged 65 to 69 inclusive.
• Master M 70/ F 70: Over 70 years of age… And up to the oldest athlete to complete the race in accordance with the regulations.
• Disabled (Mixed) in Wheelchair M/ F*

*special categories

* All ages stated must have been reached by the day of the race.

*Minors are not permitted to participate in the marathon distance.

 

7.2.-  RANKINGS

The following classifications will be established:

• Men’s and Women’s Overall General Classification.
• Mixed Overall Classification for Wheelchair Users.
• Men’s and Women’s Category Classifications.
• Men’s and Women’s Spanish Classifications.
• Classification of the first male and female runner with Malaga licence.

 

ARTICLE 8. PRIZES

All participants in the race will receive a finisher’s medal once the race has been completed within the official time limit.

Awards will consist, in all cases and categories mentioned in Article 7.2. of these regulations, of a trophy and, where applicable, a cash prize.

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS	METALLIC	A	THE OVERALL RANKING
POSITION	MEN	WOMEN
1ST	3.000€	3.000€
2ND	2.000€	2.000€
3RD	1.000€	1.000€
4TH	700€	700€
5TH	500€	500€

*These prizes do not include the special categories

Prizes (for men and women) will be paid in full provided that the finishing times are under 2:16:00 for men and 2:45:00 for women; otherwise, 50% of the prize will be paid.

If the times are over 2:27:00 for men and 2:55:00 for women, there will be no cash prize.

CASH PRIZES FOR MARATHON RECORDS
RECORD	MEN	WOMEN
Maratón Málaga	2h06’07” (2025)	2h24’43” (2025)

*These awards do not include the special categories.

These prizes are cumulative to those of the Individual General Classification.

If the race record is broken in under 2h05’00” for men or 2h23’30” for women, there will be an ADDITIONAL BONUS of 1.000€.

CASH PRIZES FOR THE SPANISH INDIVIDUAL RANKINGS
POSITION	MEN	WOMEN
1ST	1.000€	1.000€
2ND	750€	750€
3RD	500€	500€

*These prizes do not include the special categories-

These prizes are cumulative  to those in the Individual Overall Classification and will only be paid in full if the finishing time is under 2:18:00 for men and 2:45:00 for women. Otherwise, 50% will be paid.

If the times are over 2:27:00 for men and 2:55:00 for women, no cash prize will be awarded.

All cash prizes are subject to statutory deductions and the recognition of the time by the RFEA. Participants who win cash prizes and who have undergone doping control will not be paid until the results are in the possession of the Organising Committee.

To collect any prize, it is essential to present an ID card, passport or other official document proving the athlete’s identity.

Athletes who achieve national or international records must undergo a doping test.

 

8.1. COMPLAINTS

All classifications are the sole and exclusive responsibility of the members of the RFEA Judges’ Committee.

Complaints regarding positions in the prize-winning rankings must be submitted in writing, together with €100, to the Chief Judge within a maximum of 30 minutes of the publication of the rankings, and the Chief Judge shall make the final decision. If the runner’s complaint is upheld, the €100 will be refunded.

Corrections must be sent in writing to the marathon email address: info@generalimaratonmalaga.com, by the Wednesday following the race.

The Organising Committee will respond to complaints/corrections within a maximum of 10 days, after which the rankings will be considered final. Therefore, all trophies and prizes will be provisional until that time.

 

 

ARTICLE 9. BIB NUMBERS

The location of the Runners’ Fair will be announced shortly via the Marathon’s official channels.

To collect their bib number, runners must present their registration receipt or a copy of their registration, along with their ID, passport or another official document proving their identity.

Race numbers will not be issued on the day of the race.

Race numbers must be worn clearly visible on the front of the torso throughout the entire race and may not be altered.

Race numbers contain a disposable chip, so they must not be bent or manipulated.

 

ARTICLE 10. DISQUALIFICATIONS

The following will result in disqualification:

• Providing false information during registration (age, place of residence, etc.).
• Failing to complete the full course.
• Failing to pass through the checkpoints located along the course.
• Failing to wear the bib number clearly visible on the chest, or altering or concealing the advertising on it.
• Running with a race number and/or chip assigned to another runner.
• Failing to follow the instructions of the officials and/or Organising Committee staff.
• Allowing your bib number to be photocopied and used by another runner in the marathon.
• Refusing to undergo a doping test.
• Displaying unsportsmanlike behaviour.
• Failing to meet the cut-off times for a finish time of 5 hours 30 minutes.

 

ARTICLE 11. REFRESHMENT STATIONS

Refreshments will be provided to runners along the route and in the designated post-finish area.

There will be refreshment stations with water and isotonic drinks at kilometres 5, 10, 15, 18, 21, 25, 27.5, 30, 32.5, 35, 37.5 and 40.

Solid refreshments will be available at some of the refreshment stations located from kilometre 15 onwards.

 

 

ARTICLE 12. MEDICAL CARE

The Generali Maratón de Málaga 2026 will provide the necessary medical services to attend to runners during the race. The Organisers recommend that all participants undergo a medical examination prior to the race; all participants accept the risks associated with the sporting activity.

Likewise, the athlete declares that they are in optimal physical condition to take part in this event and does so at their own risk.

Any athlete with health issues is required (for their own safety) to notify the Organisers in writing in advance, mark their race number with a red cross and include on it their name, address, telephone number and the health issue they are suffering from.

A physiotherapy and podiatry service will be available, exclusively for runners who have suffered an injury. Under no circumstances may the physiotherapy service be used for relaxation or stress-relief massage.

Medical staff are authorised to withdraw any runner who appears to be in poor physical condition.

 

ARTICLE 13. LIABILITY

All registered participants will be covered by a Third-Party Liability Insurance Policy and an Accident Insurance Policy, which will cover only those incidents occurring directly during the course of the event.

Accidents resulting from pre-existing illnesses or previous conditions are excluded, as are those caused by recklessness, negligence, or failure to comply with current regulations or these Rules.

Similarly, incidents that may occur during journeys to or from the race venue will not be covered.

 

ARTICLE 14. CLOAKROOM SERVICE

The Organisers will provide a cloakroom service where runners may leave their belongings; however, they will not be held responsible for items left there.

Staff from the Organisation’s Cloakroom Service may ask runners to open their bags before depositing them, in order to check their contents. If a runner refuses to open a bag, the Organisation may refuse to accept that bag.

 

 

ARTICLE 15. AUTHORISED VEHICLES

The only vehicles allowed to follow the race will be those accredited by the Organisers. It is strictly forbidden to follow the runners in any type of motorised vehicle or on-wheeled vehicle (roller skates, bicycles, etc.), and the Málaga Local Police will be expressly instructed to remove such vehicles from the circuit. A broom van will be provided to mark the cut-off time for each section of the race, after which the runner must leave the course and withdraw from the race following the instructions of any member of the organising committee. Runners who are unable to continue the race and require medical attention must notify this vehicle or any member of the organising committee, who will then inform the Marathon’s medical services.

 

ARTICLE 16. UNAUTHORISED GATHERINGS

Any gathering of people that may jeopardise the safety of participants or the smooth running of the event is forbidden, and will be dispersed by the police.

 

ARTICLE 17. ACCEPTANCE OF REGULATIONS

By registering, all participants accept these REGULATIONS and the rules of the RFEA, FAA, WA and AIMS. In case of doubt, the Organisers’ decision will prevail.

 

ARTICLE 18. ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLICATION (DATA PROTECTION POLICY)

The data provided will be processed by LASTLAP, S.L.U. for the purpose of managing the personal data of individuals participating in the various activities and events organised by the company, as well as for sending, by any means, including electronic means, information and advertising regarding our company’s products and services, as well as, where consent has been given, products and services of those sponsors and/or partners of the event related to the telecommunications, financial, legal services, sports, housing, insurance, leisure and tourism, employment and training, consumer goods, automotive, energy, courier, transport, nutrition, water and NGO sectors.

By registering, participants authorise LASTLAP, S.L.U. to record their image whilst taking part in the event or activity, and to use the photographs or videos taken for commercial purposes and to promote and publicise the event, in any medium.

If you do not wish to receive information and/or commercial communications, you may unsubscribe at any time by sending an email to lopd@lastlap.com, stating the word “Unsubscribe” in the subject line.

Furthermore, we inform you that you may exercise your rights of access, rectification, erasure, objection, restriction of processing and data portability by writing at lopd@lastlap.com or to the postal address Calle La Granja, 22, 28108 Alcobendas, Madrid, Spain, providing proof of your identity and specifying the right you wish to exercise. The data subject shall also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Spanish Data Protection Agency (www.aepd.es), particularly where they have not obtained a satisfactory resolution regarding the exercise of their rights.

By registering, you confirm that you have been informed of the terms set out herein and expressly consent to your personal data being processed for the purposes stated.