When?
09:30 – Friday, May 1
Location
Plaça Mallorquines
Distance
5K
About Cursa de Montgat 2026
The Cursa de Montgat 2026 is one of the most enjoyable popular races in the Maresme running calendar, located just a few kilometers from Barcelona. The event takes place in the coastal town of Montgat and offers runners a scenic route along the Mediterranean Sea.
Thanks to its mostly flat course, the Cursa de Montgat is an ideal race both for runners aiming to achieve a personal best and for those who simply want to enjoy a relaxed and scenic race by the sea.
The course usually combines sections of the Montgat seafront promenade with streets within the town, allowing runners to run close to sea level for much of the race while enjoying beautiful views of the Mediterranean.
Every year the Cursa de Montgat attracts hundreds of runners from Barcelona and across the Maresme region, becoming a popular event for local runners who enjoy racing in a coastal environment.
In addition to the main race, the event often includes children's races and family-friendly activities, making it a community sporting event for all ages.
With its friendly atmosphere, scenic coastal route and good organization, the Cursa de Montgat has become a popular choice for runners looking for a fast and enjoyable race near Barcelona.
Prices of Cursa de Montgat 2026
First Release
10€
What is the route of the Cursa de Montgat 2026
The Montgat Race course has a distance of 5 km officially measured and takes place on an urban circuit by the sea. Both the start and finish lines are located at Plaça de la Vila, in front of Montgat Town Hall. The course consists of one lap of a 5 km circuit, mainly on asphalt, offering a fast route although it includes several uphill sections around the Turó de Montgat.
After the start, runners face a wide and flat opening section that allows them to comfortably find their position within the pack. Shortly afterwards, the first climb towards the Turó de Montgat begins, a ramp of around 250 metres that appears very early in the race. From there, the course continues with a sustained climb of about 1.4 km, including a few short ramps that require careful pace management.
Once the highest point of the course is reached, the route descends towards the Camí Ral, where runners run parallel to the railway tracks and the Mediterranean coastline. This section combines a fast downhill with a mostly flat stretch that allows runners to regain rhythm while enjoying sea views before returning along the same axis of the course.
Around kilometre 2, runners begin a second gradual climb of about 700 metres, slightly gentler but still steady, leading back towards the Town Hall area. After this effort, a quick downhill section allows runners to regain speed.
In the final part of the race, the course heads towards the Montgat Sud area, where runners complete a nearly flat out-and-back section. At the far end of the circuit there is a 180º turnaround around kilometre 4.1, marking the return towards the finish line.
At the finish line, runners are provided with both liquid and solid refreshments. The course is fast and suitable for chasing a personal best, although coastal winds and the climbs of the Turó de Montgat may influence race pace.
