Formentera Sunset Run
Where
Formentera, Spain
Date
10 October 2026
Distances
Registration cost
€30–50
What runners say
Running through Formentera with the sun setting over the Mediterranean and the island all to yourself is one of those experiences you can't put into a post. You have to live it. And then you probably go back.
Why it's special
A 15K on the smallest of the Balearic Islands, with the sunset light over the Mediterranean as backdrop. 60% female participation — one of the highest figures in the European running scene.
What's around
The Formentera Sunset Run takes place on 10 October, when the island empties of summer tourists and returns to itself: quiet, luminous, with that early-autumn light that makes everything more beautiful. The course crosses the island with the Mediterranean sunset as a constant backdrop. Two distances: 15 km and 5 km, both open to all levels. The event is built around the "Run and Feel" spirit — it's not a timed race in the traditional sense, but an experience that blends sport, landscape and emotion. The yoga masterclass is one of the most anticipated moments and sells out every year within days. One striking figure: 60% of participants are women, one of the highest percentages in European running. Formentera isn't just a summer destination — in October it becomes something else entirely.