Marathon et Semi-Marathon de Diego

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Sports & AdventureAntsiranana/Diego Suarez
Dates27 September 2026Confirmed listing
Duration1 dayListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCompetition, enduranceThe race's defining feature is its coastal
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: MGA
CategorySports & AdventureFestival type
The story

Marathon et Semi-Marathon de Diego in Antsiranana/Diego Suarez

The Marathon et Semi-Marathon de Diego Suarez is an annual road race in Antsiranana, northern Madagascar, offering a 42km marathon and a 21km half-marathon along a route linking Ramena Beach to the city center. The course overlooks the world's second-largest bay and draws more than two hundred runners from Madagascar, France, Reunion, Mayotte, Canada and the United States.

Diego Suarez, known officially as Antsiranana, sits on the northern tip of Madagascar beside a natural harbor recognized as the second largest bay in the world.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The race's defining feature is its coastal route between Ramena Beach and Diego Suarez, run alongside a natural bay ranked as the second largest in the world, giving competitors sweeping water views for much of both the marathon and half-marathon distances

02

The mystery stays covered

Its international entrant list is notable for a regional race of its size: alongside Malagasy runners, participants regularly travel from France, Reunion and Mayotte, reflecting northern Madagascar's historic ties to the francophone Indian Ocean region, as well as from Canada and the United States

03

The city starts moving

With more than two hundred runners taking part, the event functions as both a competitive road race and a showcase for the Diego Suarez area's coastline and bay

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The race ties into Antsiranana's identity as a bay-side city with strong regional and francophone connections

Water and renewal

Living ritual

drawing repeat participation from nearby Indian Ocean territories such as Reunion and Mayotte alongside Malagasy runners

The sacred route

Living ritual

a pattern that has become part of the event's regular character over successive editions

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

27 September 2026

Getting around

For route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Antsiranana/Diego Suarez to work differently.

What to wear

Standard road-race running attire: a lightweight breathable shirt, running shorts or tights, road running shoes, and sun protection such as a cap or visor. No special dress code applies...

Safety

Marathon et Semi-Marathon de Diego is easier when spectators give competitors, vehicles and staff room to work.

Where to stay

Stay near workable transport in Antsiranana/Diego Suarez, 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

MGA

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map18.91 S, 47.54 EOpen in Google Maps

Antsiranana/Diego Suarez, Diana, Madagascar

Nearest airportDIE — Arrachart
TransportFor route-based days, arrive early and expect normal streets around Antsiranana/Diego Suarez to work differently.
Stay areaStay near workable transport in Antsiranana/Diego Suarez, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Marathon et Semi-Marathon de Diego?

Marathon et Semi-Marathon de Diego is listed for 27 September 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Marathon et Semi-Marathon de Diego take place?

The festival is listed in Antsiranana/Diego Suarez, Madagascar. 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?

Antsiranana/Diego Suarez, Diana, Madagascar

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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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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Official URLlatribune.cyber-diego.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed dates27 September 2026
Source statusOfficial source linked
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