Morocco hosts eye-catching marathon events across the country every year. Participating in long-distance running events with international friends in a foreign land is a unique experience. While testing the results of your training, you can enjoy the distinctive scenery and may even make a group of international running friends.

In Morocco, there are marathon events of various levels throughout the year. In addition to the renowned Marrakech Marathon Invitational and city-level competitions in Casablanca, Agadir and other cities, there are also cross-country marathons held in the Atlas Mountains such as Zagora and Ouarzazate, with a race distance of more than 100 kilometers.

What is even more amazing is the Sahara Desert Hell Marathon held in the desert area, also known as MDS, which has always been regarded as one of the most difficult marathons in the world. Why has the Moroccan Sahara Desert Hell Marathon earned the title of the world's most difficult marathon?

That’s probably what most runners think – running in the Sahara Desert, how could it not be tough? You’re absolutely right. The course of the Moroccan Sahara Desert Hell Marathon is set on the edge of the Sahara Desert in Morocco, featuring gravel, gobi and sand dunes. Covering a 250-kilometer distance, the race will make every step a struggle for the participants.

Experienced runners know that running on sand is extremely exhausting.

It's said that only one person from Chinese mainland has ever participated in it, even though all running enthusiasts know about this ultramarathon.

If you are a long-distance running lover, come to Morocco and take on your toughest challenge!