Participating in the Enschede Marathon means that you can cross the oldest and therefore very first marathon of the Netherlands and Western Europe off your list! The first edition took place in 1947 and in 2022 we have celebrated our 75th anniversary. The fast route and good facilities ensure fast finishing times. Run across the campus of the University of Twente, run the F35 (so called cycle highway) and run through the fantastic H.J. van Heekpark before finishing in the bustling city centre. 80,000 supporters will enthusiastically encourage you! Course details Course profile Flat Course surface Road Course highlights The start and finish will be at Enschede’s prominent landmark, the Alpha Tower on the Boulevard 1945. Runners travel through Lonneker, a small village on the outskirts of Enschede, before moving towards Galnerburg. The entire re-built district of Roombeek also lies in the path of the marathon as the runners come towards the starting-point, at Boulevard 1945, to complete the first of two 21.1km loops. Start address: Hendrik Jan van Heekplein, 7511 HN Enschede, Netherlands Finish address: Hendrik Jan van Heekplein, 7511 HN Enschede, Netherlands Route map
A total of 14.800 runners, aged 9-85 years, flooded the streets of Thessaloniki and Macedonia, lived a unique experience, won the applause of many fans and sent a message of fitness and health, through an event that has also social, cultural, environmental, touristic and historic character. An event that since 2006 is “joining” Pella with Thessaloniki and displays throughout the world the name of Alexander the Great. The International Marathon “ALEXANDER the GREAT” connects the past with the present, crossing within 42 km over 2.500 years of Macedonian history and Hellenism. The International Marathon is member of the International Marathons Association (AIMS) and it is included in the official and annual calendar. Course details Course profile Flat Course surface Road Course highlights The race starts from Pella, in front of the statue of Alexander the Great on horseback, hardly a km from the homonym archaeological site, and some 43 meters above sea-level. After the first km of downhill road, the athletes get onto the Thessaloniki-Edessa highway, following it for another 8 km, until they reach Chalkidona. At the 8th km the athletes enter the city of Chalkidona. At the 9th km they meet the junction Veroia and Thessaloniki. The 10th […]
Join us for the annual International Roads to Rhodes Marathon in April and experience all the ancient and medieval history of the island. The route will be cyclical by the seaside in the north part of Rhodes city and will arrive in the city centre of Rhodes in a festive atmosphere. The Rhodes marathon has the official approval of AIMS which ensures the validity and the international recognition of the race. Rhodes marathon is a member of the Abbott World Marathon Majors Wanda Age Group World Ranking Qualifying Series. All the races (5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Marathon) will start at Rhodes centre. Course details Course profile Flat Course surface Road Course highlights Marathon Race Marathon course consists of two halfmarathon laps as follows: Starting point: Rhodes center, Eleftherias Square ➡Eleftherias Gate➡Akti Sachtouri➡EO Rhodes-Lindos➡Afstralias str.➡Kallitheas ave.➡Turn Over Point 1➡Kallitheas ave.➡Afstralias str.➡EO Rhodes-Lindos➡Akti Sachtouri➡Eleftherias Gate➡Myloi➡Turn Over Point 2➡Myloi➡Rhodes center ➡ Eleftherias Square ➡Kountourioti sq.→ Savva Nikolaou str.➡Georg. Papanikolaou str.➡Ko str. ➡Lerou str.➡Kalymnou str.➡Akti Miaouli➡Kato Petres➡Kritika / Ialyssou str.➡Turn Over Point 3➡Ialyssou str. / Kritika➡Kato Petres➡Akti Miaouli➡Kalymnou str.➡Lerou str.➡Ko str.➡Georg. Papanikolaou str.➡Savva Nikolaou str.➡Eleftherias Sq. ROUTE REPLAY➡ Finish: Eleftherias Square Halfmarathon Race The Half Marathon will follow the same scenic route as […]
Enjoy this modern metropolis in the heart of Europe, full of culture and history. A marathon, half marathon and a relay marathon run simultaneously through the city. All events start in the modern part of Vienna and finish at the very city centre betweem Burgtheater and Rathausplatz. Don’t waste time and book your marathon in Vienna now. Course highlights The Vienna City Marathon leads to the most impressive modern and historical sights of Vienna. You start on Wagramer Straße in modern Vienna, close to the “UNO-City”, the seat of the United Nations, and finishes in the city centre in front of the Burgtheater. Immediately after the start, the participants cross the river Danube on the 864-meter Reichsbrücke bridge towards the city center. You pass the huge Ferris wheel and run on the completely flat “Prater Hauptallee” (main avenue) through the large, green park area of the Prater. This is exactly where Eliud Kipchoge ran in 1:59:40.2 hours for the marathon distance on 12 October 2019. He became the first person to run a marathon under two hours. A quarter of the VCM course is on Kipchoge’s 1:59 course. The race continues along the Danube Canal to the Vienna Ringstrasse, […]
Tuusula is home for over 36 000 people and about 1 900 companies. The drive to Helsinki takes half an hour; to Helsinki-Vantaa airport, a quarter. Hyrylä is the centre of Tuusula, at the southern end of lake Tuusulanjärvi. The red-brick buildings in Hyrylä are reminiscent of the garrison tradition. The valley along Tuusula-river, and Lake Tuusulanjärvi are the lungs of Hyrylä and significant recreational areas. Jokela is the northern centre of Tuusula along the main railway line. It is a community constructed in garden-city style; its industrial history is linked with an old brickyard. Several lovely pools are a remnant of the brickyard tradition. Tuusula is home to the Tuusulanjärven Maraton. The event has been organized since 1994. Half-marathon and marathon route has been officially measured, and it passes mainly around the Lake Tuusula asphalted pedestrian and bicycle path. The route runs for the first time along the Tuusula Lake Road and offers cultural experiences both runners as the public route even passes by Jean Sibelius’s home. The area has excellent transport links and parking space is enough surrounding areas. Welcome to Tuusula and Järvenpää, Finland! Course details Course surface Road Course highlights The marathon course starts and finishes in Tuusula and goes […]
Welcome to Kaunas International Marathon – the biggest running event in Kaunas. We are proud of our long history, record beating runners as well as creating a supporting and friendly community for all running enthusiasts. Whether you’re beating the marathon record or your personal best at 5 km – we’re here to help, support and make sure you do your best while having a great time! Kaunas Marathon offers a unique course that starts and ends at the very heart of Kaunas city – City Hall. The track is certified by AIMS and WA and is one of the flattest courses in Europe. Also you’ll be able to run through Kaunas historic old town dating back to the 14th century, our beautiful riverside as well as some modern and impressive wall art. All along the course you will find refreshments as well as our volunteers always ready to help and provide support or a much needed cheer. We’re always happy to welcome international runners to Kaunas Marathon and we are here to help you in any way possible – contact us and let us know if you need any additional information. Course details Course profile Flat Course surface Road Course […]
The Belgrade Marathon (Beogradski Maraton) is one of the biggest sporting events in Serbia. A group of enthusiasts came up with a plan to restore the race that existed in 1910 from Obrenovac to Belgrade. The first modern marathon in Belgrade took place on May 8, 1988. The track length of the original 1910 marathon was 23 km with several checkpoints. The track length of the 1989 marathon was 46.7 km, with the start and finish being in front of the Federal Parliament Building. Since 1990 the Belgrade Marathon has a standard 42.195 km length. The 1999 NATO bombing of Yugoslavia did not prevent the Marathon from taking place that year, and on April 17 the race was held as a metered group run. About 40 runners from nine countries crossed the finish line at 3 hours 15 minutes and 16 seconds. The runners from NATO countries were Zane Branson from the USA, and Michael Turzynski and Heinz Lorber from Germany. The latter two are also founding members of the German 100 Marathon Club. The Yugoslav Sport Society “Partizan” took it upon itself to organize the marathon. The City of Belgrade and its departments helped organize the event. Also involved […]
Founded in 1995, the Prague Marathon, is known to be one of the most beautiful marathons in the world. Starting and finishing in the historical Old Town Square, the route also crosses the famous Charles Bridge and takes runners all around the magical Czech capital city, through all the different neighbourhoods and historical landmarks. It should be noted that the Prague Marathon, is considered by the media to be the most international marathon, with two thirds of runners coming from 55 different countries. It is also the seventh fastest marathon, has been awarded IAAF Gold Label Status (now World Athletics Elite Label) and voted one of the most beautiful in the world. And not only is the Marathon in Prague following a beautiful route, but the organizers are also doing their best to make it the most enjoyable event for runners, as well as a sustainable race for the planet. Minimizing waste and recycling are two very important elements in the spirit of this race. It is free of plastic cups, as well as paper free, and is running diverse recycling programs. If you are willing to run a marathon that will blow your mind from its beauty, but will […]
The Leiden Marathon is known for its good organization, personal attention for every runner, enthusiastic spectators and fine atmosphere. With the most beautiful course in The Netherlands with start and finish in the heart of an 900-year old city (where Rembrandt was born and the Pilgrims Fathers lived for 12 years). The marathon of Leiden (also called Leiden Marathon) is a running race over 42,195 km, held annually in Leiden since 1991. For the full marathon with a time limit of six hours applies. The 42,195 km is one round that combines ancient Leiden with nine beautiful villages in the Green Heart where the marathoners run through a typical landscape of polders, windmills and cows. The Leiden Marathon had in 2019 more than 14.000 runners (1.000 on the full marathon) and on Saturday two thousand walkers who walked on the same route. And is still growing. Leiden Marathon, Since 1991 The Leiden Marathon was started by the Leiden Road Runners Club, the first members of which gained their first experience of a marathon in New York. When they returned, they decided to organize their own marathon. The Leideners were so impressed by the atmosphere and organization that they took New […]
Dear running friends! Let us celebrate a wonderful running experience on the beautiful running course through the the city of Mozart! The 21th edition of the Salzburg Marathon will take place as the climax of the Running Festival of the MozartCity from 5th to 12th May, 2024 in Salzburg with a large offer of competitions and running programs to participate in. We invite you to a special running experience in Salzburg. The Running Festival of MozartCity is your stage. Make your running dreams come true! Enjoy a unique spectacle in front of a wonderful scenery! Dive into all the facets that make a successful running weekend! Feel the sound of running! The Running Festival of Mozart City provides you a large active-program over three days including competitions for every runner. A perfect opportunity to highlight your trip to Salzburg with a common running experience together with your family or your friends. The very flat running course, measured according to the specifications of AIMS and World Athletics, leads you directly to most of the famous places of Mozarts’s hometown. See you soon at the Running Festival of Mozart City! Course details Course profile Flat Course highlights There is a lap of […]
A Marathon with mountain flavors between the towns of Bourg-Saint-Maurice and Seez. A double loop of 21,097KM, the race follows small paved country roads, in a wooded, green and shaded setting. The course is hilly with small hills along the cycle path which runs along the Isère on loan of 10KM. Course details Course profile Hilly Course surface Mixed Course highlights The Marathon Des Alpes : a loop course that will leave from the Funicular to follow the greenway towards Villaroger before reaching the central point of Bourg Saint Maurice. Then through the tree-lined paths of the Tarentaise, the runners will reach the Kayak base and the plain before Landry. The return will be done by the magnificent greenway which runs along the Isère for 5km before finishing this race in Bourg st Maurice. The race follows small paved country roads, in a wooded, pleasant, green and shaded setting. The course is hilly with small hills. This race is suitable for experienced and trained runners. Everyone can participate in this race. Start address: Bourg-Saint-Maurice, France Finish address: Bourg-Saint-Maurice, France Route map
Limitless Trails are very excited to be offering our this unique Ultra-Marathon 50 & 32 mile, Marathon 26 mile plus Half Marathon starting on the Beautiful Black Mountains and finishing deep in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National park. The Half Marathon will start and finish in the village of Llangynidr. This long-distance challenge is one that will fulfil the elite and seasoned runner besides also offering amazing support for the less experienced trail runner who may be looking to step up a gear and attempt a greater challenge with the knowledge that they will be receiving incredible support and checkpoints throughout the duration of the run. Support crews and supporters will be most welcome during the event Self Navigation – tracked throughout Course details Course profile Rolling Course surface Trail Course highlights Starting at Perth y Pia Llanbedr the route takes you straight up to the Black Mountain ridge- to scale the summit of Waun Fach the highest point in the Black Mountains. Leaving this behind you then follow the ridge to descend the Dragons Back taking in some spectacular views before heading down to your first Checkpoint at the base. Refuelled and energised you once again climb to […]
