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THE DESERT OF SAHARA

The Sahara is the biggest hot desert in the world: covering 8 million km², it crosses 10 countries and has an incredible variety of landscapes: plains, hills, sand, rocks, oases... The Sahara is both mysterious, captivating and peaceful.

It is not surprising that the MARATHON DES SABLES, whose first edition was held in 1986, has quickly become one of the most mythical rendezvous for the adventure and challenge lovers.

With the MDS Morocco, we offer an adventure accessible to all kind of walkers and runners. A unique journey in the heart of the Sahara, where you will cross breathtaking landscapes. Far from any form of civilization, this is a unique opportunity to refocus on yourself and enjoy the simple pleasures of life.

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Feel free to consult our FAQ for any questions you may have.

To reach us, you can contact us on our Customer Support page.

We are available Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

You can join us by phone: +33 (0) 1 47 05 12 06

About Us

Since 1986, the MARATHON DES SABLES has been crossing the world's most beautiful deserts with several concepts: the MARATHON DES SABLES THE LEGENDARY (252 km in the Sahara Desert in Morocco), the MARATHON DES SABLES (70, 100 or 120 km over 3 stages) and the new 2024 concept, the MDS TREK (4 stages with a total distance of up to 120km). 

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