South Africa · Road marathon · 42.195 km
Infantry School Cango Marathon
Oudtshoorn, Western Cape, South Africa
The Cango Marathon is a road marathon from the Cango Caves to the Infantry School sports ground in Oudtshoorn, in the Western Cape. Its established course loses height overall, although downhill running still leaves the legs with plenty to discuss afterwards. Organiser transport takes runners to the start, an important detail for a race with two different venues. The 2027 full marathon starts at 06:00 on Saturday 27 February and has a six-hour limit.
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Upcoming dates
Planning your race weekend? These are the announced dates through 2027. Follow the organiser’s link for the latest date and race-day details. All dates and start times are local.
At a glance
- City / location
- Oudtshoorn
- Province
- Western Cape
- Distance
- 42.195 kilometres / 26.2 miles
- Surface
- Paved roads.
- Course profile
- Net downhill and point-to-point. The World Athletics course list records a descent of 7.20 metres per kilometre and start-to-finish separation over 50%.
- Approximate field
- Unknown
How to enter Infantry School Cango Marathon
These are the organiser’s entry routes. Check the linked page for the edition, opening dates, eligibility, fees and current availability.
Direct online pre-entry
Enter the full marathon through the organiser-linked Top Events registration service. The 2027 event page lists an entry closing date of 10 February; confirm current availability before paying.
Official entry informationLicensed and unlicensed runners
The 2027 rules accept licensed and unlicensed runners aged 20 or older for the full marathon. Check the temporary-licence requirements when selecting your entry.
Official entry informationRoute and course
The established 42.195 km course runs from Cango Caves to the Military Base Infantry School sports ground in Oudtshoorn.
Race-day planning
Check which edition each detail applies to before making your plans. Follow the linked instructions for the latest arrangements.
- 2027 start and time limit
- The full marathon starts at 06:00 from Cango Caves and closes at 12:00, a six-hour limit. 2027 start and time limit information
- Transport to the start
- For 2027, marathon transport leaves the Infantry School Parade Ground at 04:00. Private vehicles may not take runners to the start. Check collection and boarding instructions before travelling. Transport to the start information
- Minimum age in 2027
- 20 for the full marathon. Minimum age in 2027 information
Past races and results
Official results archiveOpen the organiser’s results to find a runner, club or published category standing. At festivals with several distances, select the marathon results.
2026 Infantry School Cango Marathon
Full 2026 resultsNedbank Running Club reported a women’s marathon victory for Carla Spangenberg in 02:54:16, with Nerida Lubbe third in 02:59:18. The official FinishTime archive links to the full race results.
Women — reported winner
Nedbank Running Club reports that Carla Spangenberg won the women’s marathon in 02:54:16.
View result details2025 Infantry School Cango Marathon
Full 2025 resultsThe March 2025 edition has a dedicated full-marathon results archive at FinishTime. Open the marathon results for individual finishing positions and category details.
Race news, photos and video
Common questions
When is Infantry School Cango Marathon?
Confirmed upcoming dates: 27 Feb 2027. Dates are local to the race.
How do I enter Infantry School Cango Marathon?
Direct online pre-entry: Enter the full marathon through the organiser-linked Top Events registration service. The 2027 event page lists an entry closing date of 10 February; confirm current availability before paying. Licensed and unlicensed runners: The 2027 rules accept licensed and unlicensed runners aged 20 or older for the full marathon. Check the temporary-licence requirements when selecting your entry.
Where is Infantry School Cango Marathon and how far is it?
Infantry School Cango Marathon takes place in Oudtshoorn, Western Cape, South Africa. This guide covers the 42.195 km full marathon (26.2 miles). Surface: Paved roads.
What is the Infantry School Cango Marathon course like?
The established 42.195 km course runs from Cango Caves to the Military Base Infantry School sports ground in Oudtshoorn. Net downhill and point-to-point. The World Athletics course list records a descent of 7.20 metres per kilometre and start-to-finish separation over 50%.
How big is the field at Infantry School Cango Marathon?
The approximate field is Unknown. A reliable runner estimate is not currently available in this guide.
Where can I find past Infantry School Cango Marathon results?
The past races and results section links to the organiser’s results. Select the distance and edition for participant searches and published category standings.
Sources and race information
AthRecs is independent of the race organiser. This guide brings together the linked race information, results and reports. Source review: . Historical details are labelled by edition; current entry availability and final instructions remain with the organiser.
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