SPECTATOR GUIDE
The Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon offers spectators some of the best and most beautiful spots to choose from. Find out where best to catch all the action of the world’ s most beautiful marathon:
The Start – Main Road Rondebosch Although not the most scenic part of the route, the atmosphere at the start is an experience with local residents enjoying their morning coffee while shouting words of encouragement.
Main Road – Rondebosch to Fish Hoek After crossing the start line, Ultra Marathon runners stay on Main Road all the way to Fish Hoek, so simply choose your nearest location and support runners along this flat section of the route.
Main Road – Noordhoek The gently undulating 4km section along Noordhoek Main Road offers friends and family the opportunity to cheer runners on before they tackle the first big climb of the day- Chapman’ s Peak.
Chapman’ s Peak Starting at Noordhoek Village and winding its way along the mountain’ s edge to Hout Bay, Chapman’ s Peak is the most well-liked landmark along the route. The start of Chapman’ s is a fabulous point to give runners a little extra push before they embark on the climb ahead.
Note that this stretch of the route is not accessible by car, so you may want to pack a picnic and take an early hike up the famous Chappies but you will be here for a few hours.
Hout Bay & The Marathon Mark, to the top of Constantia Nek Hout Bay Main Road becomes a non-stop party zone as residents line the street from the bottom of Chappies, all along the quaint fisherman’ s village to the top of Constantia Nek. The steep incline of the Constantia Nek climb can make or break even the most seasoned athlete. Give the athletes as much support as you can at this point. They’ re going to need it!
Cecelia Forest – along Rhodes Drive A large shoulder flanks the road on one side, creating a spectacular cool and shady viewing point for spectators. Road closures prohibit travelling to and from the forest, but if you live in the area and are up for a little bit of a walk, take a stroll and admire the sights.
Kirstenbosch Gardens By the time the runners reach Newlands Forest, they can just about taste the sweet victory of the finish line. The leafy road going past the Kirstenbosch Gardens entrance offers plenty of shade, and this section of the route is a crowd favourite.
UCT – Rondebosch: The Finish Line The festivities at the finish line are not to be missed! From dramatic sprints as runners race towards a personal best to the high-drama of the final cut-off gun.