Marathon

Iceland Volcano Marathon

Iceland Volcano Marathon is a Lake Myvatn destination race over volcanic gravel, soft paths, and asphalt with Hverfjall and Dimmuborgir scenery.

Next raceSaturday, July 3, 2027
Distance categoryMarathon
LocationMyvatn, Iceland
Boston qualifierNo
Get alertsLast checked August 4, 2026

Quick facts

  • Destination marathon in northern Iceland's Lake Myvatn area.
  • 42.195 km route using gravel roads, soft paths, and asphalt.
  • Course scenery includes Dimmuborgir and the Hverfjall volcano area.
  • Race-maintained result listings are available through the event site.
  • Travel-package entry model through the race organizer.

About the Iceland Volcano Marathon

Iceland Volcano Marathon is a race-tour style marathon in the Lake Myvatn area of northern Iceland. The draw is the terrain: volcanic fields, geothermal ground, and scenery that makes pace secondary to the course.

Course

The marathon covers 42.195 km on a mix of gravel roads, soft paths, and asphalt. The route passes near Dimmuborgir and Hverfjall, so footing and exposure matter more than a flat road rhythm.

Race-day weather

Late June in northern Iceland can be cool, windy, and changeable even with long daylight. Runners should prepare for exposed sections, uneven footing, and weather that can shift during the race.

Past Iceland Volcano Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2027Saturday, July 3, 2027Upcoming
2026Saturday, June 27, 2026CompletedOpen results
2025Saturday, June 28, 2025CompletedOpen results
2024Saturday, August 24, 2024CompletedOpen results

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The 2027 Iceland Volcano Marathon is on Saturday, July 3, 2027.

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