Dead Sea Ultra Marathon

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Sports & AdventureDead Sea
DatesDates TBA · Usually AprilCheck locally before booking
Duration1 dayListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceRunning roughly 400 meters below sea level
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: JOD
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

Dead Sea Ultra Marathon in Dead Sea

Organized by Run Jordan for nearly thirty consecutive years, the Dead Sea Ultra Marathon runs each spring along the shores of the world's lowest point, offering 50-kilometer, 21-kilometer and 10-kilometer distances. The race includes dedicated categories for visually impaired participants, wheelchair users and people with disabilities, and its route has been updated in recent years to follow the scenic Dead Sea corniche.

The Dead Sea Ultra Marathon has run for close to thirty consecutive years under Run Jordan's organization, evolving from a regional endurance race into a globally recognized event that draws international runners to the lowest point on Earth.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Running roughly 400 meters below sea level gives this race a genuinely unique physical experience, dense mineral-rich air, salt flats and the dramatic Jordan Rift Valley escarpment forming a backdrop unmatched by any other marathon course

02

The mystery stays covered

Its long, nearly thirty-edition history under Run Jordan gives it institutional stability rare among Jordanian sporting events, and its structured inclusion of races for visually impaired, wheelchair and disabled participants sets a genuine benchmark for accessible endurance sport in the region rather than treating inclusion as symbolic

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The race ties into the Dead Sea's ancient identity as a destination tied to biblical history near the Baptism Site

Water and renewal

Living ritual

blending modern endurance sport with a landscape that has drawn pilgrims and travelers for millennia

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually April

Getting around

For route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Dead Sea to work differently.

What to wear

Lightweight, moisture-wicking running gear is essential given the heat near the Dead Sea, along with a hat and sunglasses for sun exposure. Sunscreen is critical since the lower elevation...

Safety

For Dead Sea Ultra Marathon, choose safe viewing points, watch weather and leave extra time around starts, finishes or releases.

Where to stay

Stay near workable transport in Dead Sea, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

JOD

Family friendly

unknown

Dead Sea, Dead Sea, Jordan

Nearest airportADJ — Marka International (Amman Civil)
TransportFor route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Dead Sea to work differently.
Stay areaStay near workable transport in Dead Sea, especially if the event runs late or streets close.
FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Dead Sea Ultra Marathon?

Dead Sea Ultra Marathon is listed for Past edition: 10 April 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Dead Sea Ultra Marathon take place?

The festival is listed in Dead Sea, Jordan. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

One day is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Dead Sea, Dead Sea, Jordan

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually April
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