The World’s 10 Hardest Marathons

Photo by akunamatata

Photo by akunamatata

North Face Ultra Trail

This race is known as one of the most competitive and runs through the France, Italy, and Switzerland Alps. Although this may seem like a beautiful race, it is extremely cold and tougher than most people would imagine.

However, the 103-mile track has been completed in just over 20 hours, by some of the world’s most competitive racers. Challenges of the race include steep mountains, tricky downhill slopes, and more than 30,000 feet of positive altitude. Although considered one of the hardest marathons in the world, this race does include a wide range of scenic views.

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