# Marathons

The first 50 of 307 matching races, best score first. From the Moku Coach race ratings: https://moku.coach/race-ratings/

| # | Race (review page) | Place | Usually | Edition | Score | Rank | Evidence | Key ratings (1 to 5) | Highlight | Watch out |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Missoula Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/missoula-marathon/) | Missoula, Montana, United States | June | next: 2027-06-27 | 4.9 | #1 of 312 | strong, 6 sources | first-timer 4.0, PR 4.0, flat 4.0, crowds 3.8, scenery 4.3 | Finish across the Higgins Avenue Bridge, packed with spectators. | One climb around miles 13 to 15 (21 to 24 km). |
| 2 | [Bank of America Chicago Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/chicago-marathon/) | Chicago, Illinois, United States | October | next: 2027-10-10 | 4.8 | #2 of 312 | strong, 12 sources | first-timer 4.3, PR 4.4, flat 4.8, crowds 4.9, scenery 4.1 | About 1.7 million spectators line the 42.2 km (26.2 mi) loop through 29 neighbourhoods | Lottery odds are low: about 55,000 places for over 200,000 applicants in 2026 |
| 3 | [Valencia Marathon Trinidad Alfonso EDP](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/valencia-marathon/) | Valencia, Valencian Community, Spain | December | next: 2026-12-06 | 4.8 | #3 of 312 | strong, 10 sources | first-timer 4.3, PR 5.0, flat 5.0, crowds 4.6, scenery 3.8 | Fast and flat: about 30 m (98 ft) of gain, sea level and nine world records since 2017. | Warm years: about 24 °C (75 °F) by halfway in 2025. Carry sun protection and use the sponge stations. |
| 4 | [Allianz Richmond Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/richmond-marathon/) | Richmond, Virginia, United States | November | next: 2026-11-14 | 4.7 | #4 of 312 | strong, 10 sources | first-timer 4.4, PR 4.0, flat 3.6, crowds 4.4, scenery 4.0 | Downhill final mile, about 19 m (61 ft), into the riverfront party at Brown's Island. | Sold out for 2026 with a waitlist; registration opens in March. |
| 5 | [Flying Pig Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/flying-pig-marathon/) | Cincinnati, Ohio, United States | May | last held: 2026-05-03 | 4.6 | #5 of 312 | strong, 8 sources | first-timer 3.3, PR 2.3, flat 2.3, crowds 4.8, scenery 3.9 | Crowd support is the standout, with neighbourhood parties and costumes. | Hilly: about 376 m (1,234 ft) of gain, with the main climb to Eden Park. |
| 6 | [TCS London Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/london-marathon/) | London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom | April | next: 2027-04-25 | 4.5 | #6 of 312 | strong, 10 sources | first-timer 3.9, PR 4.0, flat 4.6, crowds 4.9, scenery 4.4 | Crowds several people deep for most of 42.2 km (26.2 mi), loudest on Tower Bridge. | Ballot odds are a few percent; charity places need at least GBP 2,750 raised. |
| 7 | [Williams Route 66 Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/williams-route-66-marathon/) | Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States | November | next: 2026-11-22 | 4.5 | #7 of 312 | strong, 6 sources | first-timer 3.3, PR 2.4, flat 2.7, crowds 4.7, scenery 3.7 | Block parties and neighbours' aid stations along most of the route. | About 245 m (800 ft) of climbing, most in miles 6 to 12 (10 to 19 km). |
| 8 | [Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/twin-cities-marathon/) | Minneapolis to St. Paul, Hennepin and Ramsey counties, Minnesota, United States | October | last held: 2026-10-04 | 4.5 | #8 of 312 | strong, 10 sources | first-timer 3.8, PR 3.6, flat 3.4, crowds 4.6, scenery 4.5 | Course runs past four lakes and the Mississippi, then up Summit Avenue to the Minnesota State Capitol. | Heat risk: 2023 was cancelled and 2025 hit 21 to 23 °C (70 to 73 °F). 2027 moves to mid-October. |
| 9 | [Guthrie Wineglass Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/wineglass-marathon/) | Corning, Finger Lakes, New York, United States | October | last held: 2026-10-04 | 4.5 | #9 of 312 | strong, 8 sources | first-timer 4.4, PR 4.0, flat 4.1, crowds 3.2, scenery 4.0 | Finish on Market Street in Corning, with crowds lining the pedestrian bridge. | Lodging is scarce at USD 250 to 350 a night. Book by May; expect two or three night minimums. |
| 10 | [Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/oklahoma-city-memorial-marathon/) | Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States | April | next: 2027-04-25 | 4.5 | #10 of 312 | strong, 6 sources | first-timer 3.8, PR 3.0, flat 3.4, crowds 4.6, scenery 3.6 | A moment of silence at the start and 168 names read at the finish. | The finish funnels into Scissortail Park and can bottleneck. |
| 11 | [TCS New York City Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/nyc-marathon/) | New York, Staten Island to Central Park, five boroughs, United States | November | next: 2026-11-01 | 4.4 | #11 of 312 | strong, 10 sources | first-timer 3.3, PR 2.4, flat 3.0, crowds 4.9, scenery 4.5 | About 1 million spectators line the 42.2 km (26.2 mi) route, loudest on First Avenue. | Start day runs 5 to 7 hours: buses from about 5:00 am, then 1 to 3 hours waiting outdoors. |
| 12 | [BMW Berlin Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/berlin-marathon/) | Berlin, Germany | September | next: 2027-09-26 | 4.4 | #12 of 312 | strong, 12 sources | first-timer 4.0, PR 4.9, flat 4.8, crowds 4.6, scenery 3.8 | Gain is only about 73 m (240 ft), the lowest of any Major | Entry is a lottery with no stated odds, so plan a backup race |
| 13 | [Eau Claire Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/eau-claire-marathon/) | Eau Claire, Western Wisconsin, Wisconsin, United States | May | next: 2027-05-02 | 4.4 | #13 of 312 | strong, 6 sources | first-timer 3.9, PR 3.5, flat 3.2, crowds 4.5, scenery 4.1 | Blugold Mile through the UW-Eau Claire campus is the crowd peak, around mile 11 (18 km). | Hills near miles 5, 12 and 15 (8, 19 and 24 km); 186 m (611 ft) of gain. |
| 14 | [Town of Celebration Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/town-of-celebration-marathon/) | Celebration, Osceola County, Florida, United States | January | next: 2027-01-31 | 4.3 | #14 of 312 | moderate, 5 sources | first-timer 4.2, PR 4.3, flat 4.6, crowds 3.8, scenery 3.7 | Very flat: 66 m (217 ft) of gain, near sea level, USATF-certified Boston qualifier. | Heat: 31 °C (87 °F) in 2026; January 31 highs range 16 to 28 °C (60 to 83 °F). |
| 15 | [Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/lakefront-marathon/) | Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States | October | last held: 2026-10-04 | 4.3 | #15 of 312 | moderate, 5 sources | first-timer 4.0, PR 4.2, flat 3.5, crowds 3.7, scenery 4.2 | Crosses the Hoan Bridge near miles 7.5 and 23.5 (12 and 38 km), with city and lake views. | The second Hoan Bridge climb near mile 23.5 (38 km) has no shade. |
| 16 | [Volkswagen Prague Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/prague-marathon/) | Prague, Czechia | May | next: 2027-05-02 | 4.3 | #16 of 312 | moderate, 6 sources | first-timer 4.0, PR 3.6, flat 3.1, crowds 4.0, scenery 4.9 | Starts in Old Town Square and crosses the Vltava, including Charles Bridge. | Cobbles of roughly 2 to 7 km (1.2 to 4.3 mi) plus tram tracks. |
| 17 | [Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/illinois-marathon/) | Champaign, Champaign-Urbana-Savoy, Illinois, United States | April | next: 2027-04-24 | 4.3 | #17 of 312 | moderate, 6 sources | first-timer 4.2, PR 4.2, flat 4.2, crowds 3.7, scenery 3.1 | Flat loop: 139 m (456 ft) of gain by one count, and 13.4% of 2026 finishers ran a Boston time. | Mostly residential streets and farmland; reviewers call it dull after halfway. |
| 18 | [NN Marathon Rotterdam](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/rotterdam-marathon/) | Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands | April | next: 2027-04-11 | 4.3 | #18 of 312 | moderate, 9 sources | first-timer 4.3, PR 4.7, flat 4.6, crowds 4.8, scenery 3.4 | Flat course: listed gain is 12 m (39 ft) and the men's record is 2:03:36. | The first 5 km (3 mi) are crowded, especially on the Erasmus Bridge. |
| 19 | [Yuengling Shamrock Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/shamrock-virginia-beach/) | Virginia Beach, Hampton Roads, Virginia, United States | March | next: 2027-03-21 | 4.3 | #19 of 312 | moderate, 6 sources | first-timer 4.5, PR 4.4, flat 4.6, crowds 3.6, scenery 3.3 | One of the flattest US marathons, about 82 m (270 ft) of gain, Boston-eligible. | Ocean wind is common; expect a headwind on the return. |
| 20 | [Boston Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/boston-marathon/) | Boston, Massachusetts, United States | April | next: 2027-04-19 | 4.3 | #20 of 312 | strong, 10 sources | first-timer 2.2, PR 2.6, flat 3.0, crowds 4.9, scenery 3.8 | Crowds line almost the whole 42.2 km (26.2 mi), loudest at the Wellesley Scream Tunnel and Boston College. | Entry needs a qualifying time, charity bib or tour package. Standards start at 2:55 for men 18 to 34. |
| 21 | [Copenhagen Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/copenhagen-marathon/) | Copenhagen, Capital Region, Denmark | May | next: 2027-05-09 | 4.3 | #21 of 312 | moderate, 9 sources | first-timer 4.5, PR 4.2, flat 4.5, crowds 4.5, scenery 3.8 | Flat loop with about 100 m (330 ft) of gain; first-timer friendly and fast. | The first 2 to 3 km (1 to 2 mi) are crowded and pace groups can start too fast. |
| 22 | [Chevron Houston Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/houston-marathon/) | Houston, Harris County, Texas, United States | January | next: 2027-01-17 | 4.2 | #23 of 312 | strong, 8 sources | first-timer 4.5, PR 4.5, flat 4.6, crowds 4.2, scenery 3.0 | Warm up, drop bags and use hundreds of toilets indoors at the convention center before the 06:55 start. | Corral waits of 40 to 60 minutes outdoors in cold years; 2 °C (35 °F) starts have happened. |
| 23 | [Zurich Marato de Barcelona](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/barcelona-marathon/) | Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain | March | next: 2027-03-14 | 4.2 | #22 of 312 | moderate, 9 sources | first-timer 4.2, PR 4.2, flat 4.4, crowds 4.5, scenery 4.1 | Passes Sagrada Familia near 14 km (8.7 mi) and finishes under the Arc de Triomf. | Sold out more than 2 months ahead in 2025, so register early. |
| 24 | [Little Rock Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/little-rock-marathon/) | Little Rock, Central Arkansas, Arkansas, United States | March | next: 2027-03-06 | 4.2 | #24 of 312 | strong, 6 sources | first-timer 3.9, PR 2.5, flat 2.4, crowds 4.3, scenery 3.4 | Production rated 4.7 of 5 on RaceRaves from 238 ratings. | Steep hills between 23 and 31 km (14 and 19 mi) and another near 39 km (24 mi). |
| 25 | [Carlsbad Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/carlsbad-marathon/) | Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, United States | January | next: 2027-01-17 | 4.2 | #26 of 312 | moderate, 7 sources | first-timer 3.4, PR 3.0, flat 3.1, crowds 3.6, scenery 4.2 | Ocean beside you for about 29 km (18 mi) of the course. | Rolling hills add 238 m (782 ft) of climbing, harder on the second loop. |
| 26 | [Des Moines Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/des-moines-marathon/) | Des Moines, Iowa, United States | October | last held: 2026-10-18 | 4.2 | #25 of 312 | strong, 6 sources | first-timer 4.0, PR 3.2, flat 3.3, crowds 3.8, scenery 3.8 | 400 m (quarter mile) lap on Drake Stadium's track around mile 12 (19 km). | The finish chute backs up and post-race food is poorly signed. |
| 27 | [Rocket City Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/rocket-city-marathon/) | Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, United States | December | next: 2026-12-13 | 4.2 | #27 of 312 | strong, 7 sources | first-timer 4.2, PR 3.6, flat 3.4, crowds 3.2, scenery 3.4 | Start and finish inside the Von Braun Center, with warm indoor space and toilets. | Cold risk: the 2025 start was -6 °C (22 °F) with wind chill to -13 °C (9 °F). |
| 28 | [CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/monumental-marathon/) | Indianapolis, Marion County, Indiana, United States | November | next: 2026-11-07 | 4.2 | #29 of 312 | strong, 9 sources | first-timer 4.4, PR 4.6, flat 4.4, crowds 3.9, scenery 3.4 | Fast loop with about 92 m (302 ft) of gain; 18 to 19 percent of finishers qualify for Boston. | Sold out in August 2026; entry is now by waitlist. |
| 29 | [UPMC Pittsburgh Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/pittsburgh-marathon/) | Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, United States | May |  | 4.2 | #28 of 312 | strong, 11 sources | first-timer 3.4, PR 2.6, flat 3.3, crowds 4.7, scenery 3.9 | Neighborhood bands and crowds from the Strip District to Highland Park. | The climb at mile 12 (19 km) adds 53 m (173 ft) around Birmingham Bridge and Forbes Avenue. |
| 30 | [Newport News One City Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/newport-news-one-city-marathon/) | Newport News, Hampton Roads, Virginia, United States | March | next: 2027-03-07 | 4.1 | #30 of 312 | moderate, 6 sources | first-timer 4.2, PR 4.0, flat 4.0, crowds 3.5, scenery 3.3 | Point-to-point run the length of the city, finishing at the Victory Arch downtown. | No shuttle back from the finish; plan two cars or a ride. |
| 31 | [Ogden Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/ogden-marathon/) | Ogden, Weber County, Utah, United States | May | next: 2027-05-15 | 4.1 | #31 of 312 | strong, 7 sources | first-timer 3.7, PR 4.2, flat 3.8, crowds 3.2, scenery 4.7 | Net drop about 333 m (1,091 ft) from 1,646 m (5,400 ft) to downtown Ogden. | Everyone rides a bus loading 4:45 to 5:15 for a 7:00 start. |
| 32 | [Athens Authentic Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/athens-authentic-marathon/) | Athens, Attica, Greece | November | next: 2026-11-08 | 4.1 | #32 of 312 | moderate, 8 sources | first-timer 3.0, PR 1.9, flat 2.4, crowds 4.2, scenery 3.8 | Finishes inside the marble Panathenaic Stadium, built for the 1896 Olympics. | Long climb from about 10 to 31 km (6 to 19 mi); total gain about 383 m (1,257 ft). |
| 33 | [Louisiana Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/louisiana-marathon/) | Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States | January | next: 2027-01-17 | 4.1 | #33 of 312 | strong, 7 sources | first-timer 3.9, PR 3.9, flat 4.4, crowds 4.3, scenery 3.6 | Mostly flat course around the LSU Lakes, oak-lined streets and campus; RaceRaves difficulty 2.3 of 5. | Potholes, bumps and tree-root damage; a runner fell on a raised section. |
| 34 | [Brighton Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/brighton-marathon/) | Brighton, East Sussex, England, United Kingdom | April | next: 2027-04-04 | 4.0 | #34 of 312 | strong, 6 sources | first-timer 3.9, PR 3.5, flat 3.6, crowds 3.9, scenery 4.0 | Open entry, no ballot, for GBP 74.99 to 79.99 (about USD 100 to 107). | Wind off the sea is common; expect headwinds on exposed seafront stretches. |
| 35 | [Eugene Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/eugene-marathon/) | Eugene, Oregon, United States | April | next: 2027-04-25 | 4.0 | #35 of 312 | strong, 11 sources | first-timer 3.8, PR 3.9, flat 3.8, crowds 3.4, scenery 3.8 | The finish on the Hayward Field track is the most praised feature in reviews. | Not as flat as advertised: hills near 7 and 13 to 14 km (4.5 and 8 to 9 mi). |
| 36 | [Eversource Hartford Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/hartford-marathon/) | Hartford, Capitol Region, Connecticut, United States | October | last held: 2026-10-10 | 4.0 | #36 of 312 | moderate, 7 sources | first-timer 4.0, PR 3.7, flat 3.4, crowds 3.7, scenery 3.3 | Start and finish in Bushnell Park beside the State Capitol, under the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Arch. | Crowded for about 13 km (8 mi) with the half marathon, then lonely after the split. |
| 37 | [Grandma's Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/grandmas-marathon/) | Duluth, North Shore of Lake Superior, Minnesota, United States | June | next: 2027-06-19 | 4.0 | #37 of 312 | moderate, 8 sources | first-timer 3.7, PR 3.9, flat 3.5, crowds 4.0, scenery 4.3 | Net downhill of 40 m (130 ft) along Lake Superior from Two Harbors to Canal Park. | Buses reach the start 75 to 90 minutes early; dress warm for 7 °C (45 °F) waits. |
| 38 | [Volksbank Münster-Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/munster-marathon/) | Münster, Germany | September | next: 2027-09-12 | 4.0 | #38 of 312 | thin, 4 sources | first-timer 4.0, PR 3.9, flat 4.0, crowds 4.6, scenery 4.1 | Village support and a red-carpet Prinzipalmarkt finish. | Bridge rises and cobblestones interrupt the rhythm. |
| 39 | [Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/blue-ridge-marathon/) | Roanoke, Roanoke Valley, Virginia, United States | April | next: 2027-04-17 | 4.0 | #39 of 312 | moderate, 6 sources | first-timer 1.9, PR 1.0, flat 1.2, crowds 3.4, scenery 4.5 | Three mountain climbs, Mill Mountain, Roanoke Mountain and Peakwood, with 1,027 m (3,371 ft) of gain by one count. | Tight cutoffs: 7.5 h overall and 6 h at 35 km (22 mi). |
| 40 | [Lincoln Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/lincoln-marathon/) | Lincoln, Nebraska, United States | May | next: 2027-05-02 | 4.0 | #40 of 312 | moderate, 6 sources | first-timer 4.0, PR 4.0, flat 3.5, crowds 4.2, scenery 3.4 | Volunteer-run with about 2,000 helpers; organisation rated 4.6 by runners. | Second half is a shadeless out-and-back to Holmes Lake, about 21 km (13 mi) of it. |
| 41 | [Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/columbus-marathon/) | Columbus, Ohio, United States | October | last held: 2026-10-18 | 4.0 | #41 of 312 | moderate, 7 sources | first-timer 4.3, PR 4.2, flat 4.2, crowds 4.5, scenery 3.4 | Spectators along nearly the whole route, with hospital patients as Mile Champions at every mile. | Half and full share the start, so the first 8 to 9 miles (13 to 14 km) are congested. |
| 42 | [Mainova Frankfurt Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/frankfurt-marathon/) | Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, Germany | October | last held: 2026-10-25 | 4.0 | #42 of 312 | moderate, 6 sources | first-timer 4.1, PR 4.7, flat 4.8, crowds 3.4, scenery 3.4 | Finish on a red carpet inside the Festhalle, which reviewers rate as one of the best finishes they have run. | Crowds are quiet through much of the middle of the course. |
| 43 | [Buffalo Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/buffalo-marathon/) | Buffalo, Western New York, New York, United States | May | next: 2027-05-30 | 4.0 | #43 of 312 | moderate, 4 sources | first-timer 4.0, PR 4.0, flat 3.8, crowds 3.8, scenery 3.7 | Certified Boston qualifier; 127 runners (10.5% of finishers) qualified in 2025. | Warm years bite: 24 °C (75 °F) at the start in 2021, 29 °C (84 °F) later in 2023. |
| 44 | [FirstEnergy Akron Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/akron-marathon/) | Akron, Summit County, Ohio, United States | September | next: 2027-09-25 | 3.9 | #44 of 312 | moderate, 6 sources | first-timer 3.2, PR 2.5, flat 2.8, crowds 4.0, scenery 3.4 | Neighbourhood block parties, bands and downtown crowds get repeated praise from runners. | Hilly back half: long climb from mile 18 to 22 (29 to 35 km), steep last 0.8 km (0.5 mi). |
| 45 | [Nagoya Women's Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/nagoya-womens-marathon/) | Nagoya, Aichi, Japan | March | next: 2027-03-14 | 3.9 | #45 of 312 | moderate, 6 sources | first-timer 4.3, PR 4.2, flat 4.9, crowds 4.1, scenery 2.8 | Start and finish inside Vantelin Dome Nagoya, so the last metres are sheltered and loud. | Domestic entry is a lottery; overseas places run late August to December. |
| 46 | [Mount Desert Island Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/mount-desert-island-marathon/) | Bar Harbor, Mount Desert Island, Acadia, Maine, United States | October | next: 2027-10-17 | 3.9 | #46 of 312 | moderate, 8 sources | first-timer 2.4, PR 1.7, flat 1.8, crowds 3.4, scenery 4.9 | Runs beside Somes Sound at peak fall foliage; RaceRaves scenery 4.9 of 5. | The last 10 km (6 mi) has hills, traffic, sloped shoulders and sidewalk running. |
| 47 | [Acea Run Rome The Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/rome-marathon/) | Rome, Lazio, Italy | March | next: 2027-03-14 | 3.9 | #47 of 312 | moderate, 8 sources | first-timer 3.4, PR 3.2, flat 4.0, crowds 3.5, scenery 4.8 | Start by the Colosseum, finish at the Circus Maximus, with St Peter's and Piazza Navona between. | Cobbles over much of 30 to 40 km (19 to 25 mi); slippery when wet. |
| 48 | [ADAC Marathon Hannover](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/hannover-marathon/) | Hannover, Germany | April | last held: 2026-04-12 | 3.9 | #48 of 312 | thin, 4 sources | first-timer 4.1, PR 4.3, flat 4.4, crowds 4.4, scenery 4.0 | Flat city course suited to runners chasing a personal best. | Half-marathon traffic can make later sections congested. |
| 49 | [SwissCityMarathon Lucerne](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/swisscity-lucerne-marathon/) | Lucerne, Switzerland | October | last held: 2026-10-25 | 3.9 | #49 of 312 | thin, 4 sources | first-timer 3.9, PR 3.7, flat 3.6, crowds 4.4, scenery 4.5 | Lake, mountain and historic-town scenery. | Old-town cobblestones need attention. |
| 50 | [Grand Rapids Marathon](https://moku.coach/race-ratings/marathon/grand-rapids-marathon/) | Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, United States | October | last held: 2026-10-18 | 3.9 | #50 of 312 | moderate, 6 sources | first-timer 4.3, PR 3.6, flat 4.1, crowds 3.2, scenery 3.7 | Weekly director emails and handshakes at the finish from Don Kern. | Long out-and-back on Indian Mounds Road, miles 15 to 21 (24 to 34 km). |

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