In short
Marathon des Sables: you can book the bib all year, with no single opening date. Race date: early April 2028.
What are the dates for 2028?
- Today
- June 9, 2027 Registration opens
- Early April 2028 Race day estimated dateStart time not announced yet
How reliable these dates are: estimated from previous years.
When and at what time does registration open?
| What you book | A bib |
| When to book | All year, with no single opening date |
| Price | €3,990, or €4,390 with the Berbère Palace hotel, flights and race food not included (2027 edition)Price taken from the source, with its year. |
What do you need to enter?
- Recent medical certificate and electrocardiogram.
To be met before you can enter. Double-check the official rules.
How do you enter, step by step?
- Create your account before June 9, 2027On the MDS registration site. Meanwhile, the 2027 waiting list is open.
- Enter from June 9, 2027Limited places, first come, first served. Payment in instalments possible.
- Note the cancellation deadlinesFull refund up to 215 days before, then 75%, 50%, and nothing from 95 days before.
- Prepare certificate and ECGMDS medical certificate and resting ECG under 30 days old, paper originals.
The next ultra-trails to open
The ultra-trail registrations and lotteries that open next, in order.
Frequently asked questions
Marathon des Sables: when should you book?
All year: there is no single opening date. The best-season months go first.
How much does the Marathon des Sables cost?
€3,990 for the classic package, €4,390 with the Berbère Palace hotel (2027 edition). Flights and race food extra.
What is included in the Marathon des Sables price?
Bib, 2 hotel nights half board in Ouarzazate, 8 nights at the bivouac, water, medical and repatriation assistance. Race food is not provided: at least 12,000 kcal to carry.
Can you get a refund for the Marathon des Sables?
Yes, in full up to 215 days before the race, then partly. From 95 days before, nothing is refunded.
Marathon des Sables: are there requirements to enter?
Yes: recent medical certificate and electrocardiogram.