While waiting for Parvenneh Tunis marathon to start Team Finland will set up a pop-up marathon in Oran Algeria on Friday 13th February 2026. There are cheep fligts available from Spain to Oran, Algeria and from Oran You can take a direct flight to Tunis.
Oran is the capital of the Oran province on the Mediterranean coast of northwestern Algeria. ”Oran” means ”two lions” in the Berber language. Oran is Algeria’s second-largest city. Oran is known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and blend of Spanish-Moorish and French colonial influences. It is a hub for raï music, a popular tourist destination with attractions like Fort Santa Cruz, the Great Mosque, and beautiful beaches, and a bustling commercial center.
Attractions and landmarks
- Fort Santa Cruz: A historic citadel built by the Spanish that offers stunning views of the bay from Mount Murdjadjo.
- Great Mosque of Oran: A significant religious and architectural site in the city.
- Hassan Pasha Mosque: A historic mosque with an octagonal minaret, located in the old Turkish quarter.
- Le Theatre d’Oran: A notable cultural landmark.
- Beaches: Beautiful coastal areas like Ain El Turck and Les Andalouses are popular for relaxation and recreation.
- Sidi El Houari: A historic district that provides a glimpse into the city’s authentic soul.
Registration: Registration by email to [email protected]. Email must contain full name, contact details and country. Race fee €30,00. To be paid onsite. The payment does not cover any tour operator services. Cut-off time 8:00h. For proving Your distance and time, You need a GPS-Watch.
Registration: by email to [email protected]
Race Director: Raoul Björn ([email protected] or +358400106126)
Race Rules: Marathon Rules | countryclub (countrymarathonclub.com)
Race Office: Ibis Oran les Falaises, Avenue De Canastel, Route Des Falaises, 31000 ORAN, Algeria
Awards: Every finisher of the Marathon will a wodel and a finisher certificate.
Disclaimer: This is not an organized tour but travel plans and travel ideas are openly shared. Each runner joins as an independent runner and stands for her/his own cost. I am not responsible if someone cancels or have to her/his registration. Lets do this together. We all are depending on each other to have these runs successful.
ROUTE DESCRIPTIONS RED ROUTRE:
Park Mediterranean Akid Lotfi Garden. The park is a public park in Oran offering a peaceful retreat from the city’s hustle and bustle and provides a green space for visitors to relax and enjoy nature. The route is 2,6km and means +16 laps.
RESULTS:
Marathon 42,2 km – Femme
43 Minna Hänninen (FIN) 4:59:52
32 Cherki Samar (ALG) 4:13:08
Marathon 42,2 km – Men
42 Raoul Bjorn (FIN) 6:03:02
41 Peter Friis (FIN) 6:30:18
31 Nadjib Guemri (ALG) 4:58:54
36 Ishak Trabi (ALG) 5:21:04
33 Tahar Ilyes (ALG) 5:48:52
37 Boukriha Sofiane(ALG) 4:40:00
1/2 Marathon – Femme
47 Mimmommi Saida (ALG)02:23:00
38 Belarbi Sarah (ALG) 2:31:46
34 Fatima Zohra (ALG) 3:26:45
35 Nour el yakine DADDOUCHE ikram (ALG) 3:49:05
40 Imene Djediai(ALG) 3:20:48
39 Chekkali Ghizlaine (ALG) 02:23:02
1/2 Marathon – Men