Marathon Huanchaco

Set against the Pacific coastline of northern Peru, the Media Maratón de Huanchaco is a growing road-running event that brings runners to the historic seaside town of Huanchaco, in the Trujillo area of La Libertad, Peru. Built around the distinctive atmosphere of one of Peru’s best-known coastal communities, the race combines competitive running with a scenic seaside setting, offering runners the opportunity to experience Huanchaco’s waterfront while taking part in one of northern Peru’s increasingly established running events. The organizers describe the event’s purpose as promoting running in northern Peru, strengthening the local running community and establishing Huanchaco as a destination for a well-organized sporting experience.

The event offers two distances: 10K and 21K, with the half marathon serving as its principal challenge. Both races follow routes along the Huanchaco coast, and the event uses electronic chip timing. Participants receive an official race shirt, bib, timing chip, finisher medal, on-course refreshments and event merchandise. The official site also emphasizes the coastal route and Huanchaco itself as integral parts of the race’s identity rather than simply a backdrop for the competition.