MARATHON MÜNCHEN by Brooks
The Munich Marathon is a premier road race in Germany that takes runners on a scenic one-lap course through the heart of Munich, starting and finishing in the historic Olympic Park. Course Highlights The Munich Marathon offers a stunning one-lap course that showcases the best of the Bavarian capital. The race begins in the iconic Olympic Park, a legacy of the 1972 Summer Olympics, and proceeds through the city's most beautiful neighborhoods. Runners pass through the majestic Siegestor (Victory Gate), the historic
Generali Cologne Marathon
The Generali Cologne Marathon is a world-class road race famous for its flat, fast course and a vibrant atmosphere that combines high-performance athletics with the spirit of a city-wide festival. Course Highlights The Generali Cologne Marathon offers a flat and fast urban course that showcases the diverse charm of Germany's oldest major city. Runners begin their journey on the right bank of the Rhine at Opladener Straße, adjacent to the bustling Bahnhof Deutz and Ottoplatz. The route immediately provides breathtaking views as
Marathon Eryri (Snowdonia Marathon)
The Marathon Eryri, also known as the Snowdonia Marathon, is a challenging road race that circles Snowdon, the highest peak in Wales, featuring over 2,700 feet of elevation gain. Course Highlights The Marathon Eryri course is legendary for its beauty and its difficulty, offering a complete circumnavigation of the Snowdon massif. Starting just outside the village of Llanberis on the A4086, runners immediately face a significant challenge as they climb toward the top of the Llanberis Pass. Reaching an elevation of 1,100
Yorkshire Marathon
The Yorkshire Marathon is a premier road race in the historic city of York, England, featuring a fast and flat course that passes the iconic York Minster and scenic country villages. Course Highlights The Yorkshire Marathon offers a truly unique route that showcases both the historic grandeur of York and the tranquil beauty of the surrounding North Yorkshire countryside. The race begins and ends at the University of York’s Heslington campus, providing a spacious and atmospheric setting for the start line. From
Royal Parks Half Marathon
The Royal Parks Half Marathon is a premier 13.1-mile road race that showcases London's most iconic landmarks and four historic Royal Parks on closed roads. Course Highlights The Royal Parks Half Marathon offers what is widely considered one of the most scenic urban routes in the world. Starting in the iconic Hyde Park, runners embark on a 13.1-mile journey that seamlessly blends London's historic architecture with its lush green spaces. The course has recently been refreshed to include even more royal flair,
Philadelphia Marathon
A fast and historic urban marathon that takes runners through Philadelphia's most iconic landmarks, from the Liberty Bell to the picturesque Schuylkill River waterfront. Course Highlights The Philadelphia Marathon offers a course that is as historically rich as it is physically rewarding. Starting near the iconic Philadelphia Museum of Art, runners begin their journey on the majestic Benjamin Franklin Parkway. The initial miles wind through the heart of the city’s historic district, where participants pass legendary sites like Independence Hall, the Liberty
Reykjavík Marathon
The Reykjavík Marathon is Iceland's premier running event, held annually in August to coincide with the city's Culture Night and featuring a scenic, flat course through the capital. Course Highlights The Islandsbanki Reykjavík Marathon course is renowned for its stunning scenery, taking runners through the heart of the world's northernmost capital and along its beautiful coastline. The route begins near the iconic Tjörnin pond and winds through the residential areas of the city before heading out to the coastline. One of the
Zurich Marató Barcelona
The Zurich Marató Barcelona is a premier European road race featuring a flat, fast course through the heart of Catalonia's capital, passing iconic landmarks like the Sagrada Família. Course Highlights The Zurich Marató Barcelona offers an entirely urban circuit that showcases the architectural splendor and vibrant culture of the Catalan capital. The race recently moved its starting line to Passeig de Gràcia, one of the city's most iconic boulevards, located in the heart of the Eixample district. Runners pass by world-renowned landmarks,
TBK Bank Quad Cities Marathon
The TBK Bank Quad Cities Marathon is a USATF-certified and Boston Qualifier race that traverses four cities, two states, and three bridges along the Mississippi River. Course Highlights The TBK Bank Quad Cities Marathon offers a uniquely scenic and diverse course that truly lives up to its "Run the River" tagline. As a USATF-certified route and a sanctioned Boston Qualifier, the course is renowned for being exceptionally flat and fast, making it a premier destination for runners aiming for personal bests or
Buenos Aires Marathon
The Buenos Aires Marathon is the largest and most prestigious marathon in South America, featuring a flat, fast, and scenic course that winds through the historic heart and iconic landmarks of Argentina's capital. Course Highlights The Buenos Aires Marathon offers an unparalleled journey through the architectural and cultural heart of Argentina's capital. The course begins and ends in the lush Parque 3 de Febrero in the Palermo neighborhood, often referred to as the "Bosques de Palermo." From there, runners head south along