Hangzhou Marathon
The Hangzhou Marathon is a prestigious World Athletics Gold Label race featuring a scenic route through the historic West Lake area and the modern Qiantang River district. Course Highlights The Hangzhou Marathon offers a breathtaking route that transitions from the ancient beauty of the West Lake (Xi Hu) to the modern skyline along the Qiantang River. Runners begin at the iconic Huanglong Sports Center and soon find themselves traversing the shores of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed West Lake, passing landmarks like the
Great Birmingham Run
The AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run is the Midlands’ premier running event, featuring a scenic 10K and Half Marathon through the heart of Birmingham. Runners enjoy a carnival atmosphere, passing iconic landmarks like the Jewellery Quarter and Edgbaston Stadium before a grand finish at Aston University. Course Highlights The AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run offers a spectacular tour of the city's most iconic landmarks, providing a scenic backdrop for runners of all levels. Both the 10K and the Half Marathon start at
Great South Run
The AJ Bell Great South Run is the world's premier 10-mile road race, featuring a flat and fast course through Portsmouth's historic dockyard and along the scenic Southsea seafront. Course Highlights The Great South Run is renowned for its fast, flat, and incredibly scenic course that showcases the very best of Portsmouth’s maritime heritage. Runners are granted the unique privilege of racing through the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, passing within touching distance of legendary vessels like HMS Victory and the Mary Rose Museum.
Vilnius Marathon
The Swedbank Vilnius Marathon is Lithuania's largest annual running festival, taking participants through the UNESCO-listed Old Town and scenic riverbanks starting from the iconic Cathedral Square. Course Highlights The Swedbank Vilnius Marathon offers a breathtaking journey through the heart of Lithuania's capital, a city renowned for its stunning Baroque architecture and verdant landscapes. The race begins and concludes at the historic Cathedral Square, situated at the foot of Gediminas Hill. Runners traverse the UNESCO-listed Old Town, where cobblestone streets wind past majestic
Linz Marathon
The Linz Marathon is a flat, fast city course in Austria that crosses the Danube and finishes in the historic main square. It features various distances including a full marathon, half marathon, and relay, attracting over 20,000 participants annually. Course Highlights The Linz Marathon offers a uniquely scenic and fast course that begins with a spectacular start on the Voest highway bridge, providing runners with panoramic views of the city and the Danube River. As participants traverse the flat terrain, they are
PUMA Salzburg Marathon
The Salzburg Marathon is a scenic and flat road race through a UNESCO World Heritage city, combining historic landmarks like Hellbrunn Palace with a pioneering commitment to organic sustainability. Course Highlights The Salzburg Marathon course is a masterclass in architectural and natural beauty, winding through the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage site. Runners begin their journey on the iconic Staatsbrücke, crossing the Salzach River with the majestic Hohensalzburg Fortress looming overhead. The route takes participants past the baroque splendor of Mirabell
Mont-Tremblant Half-Marathon
The Mont-Tremblant Half-Marathon is a premier summer running event in the Laurentians, featuring scenic road courses ranging from 1K to 21.1K through forests and lakeside vistas. Course Highlights The Mont-Tremblant Half-Marathon offers one of the most scenic road race experiences in North America, winding through the heart of Quebec's stunning Laurentian Mountains. The flagship 21.1K course begins in the picturesque Old Village at Parc Daniel Lauzon, leading runners past the serene shores of Lac Tremblant and along the iconic Montée Ryan. Participants
Íslandsbanki Reykjavik Marathon
The Íslandsbanki Reykjavik Marathon is a scenic, AIMS-certified road race held annually in August, coinciding with the city's Culture Night festival. Course Highlights The Íslandsbanki Reykjavik Marathon offers a uniquely scenic and relatively flat course that showcases the diverse beauty of Iceland's capital. Starting on Sæmundargata, near the University of Iceland, runners traverse a route that wind through the historic city center, past iconic landmarks like the pond (Tjörnin) and along the picturesque coastline with stunning views of the North Atlantic and
Zurich Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Madrid
The Zurich Rock 'n' Roll Running Series Madrid is Spain's premier road race, featuring a stunning touristic course through the heart of the capital accompanied by over 30 live music stages. Course Highlights The Zurich Rock 'n' Roll Running Series Madrid offers one of the most beautiful and historically rich urban courses in the world. Starting at the iconic Paseo de la Castellana by the Plaza de Gregorio Marañón, runners are immediately treated to the grandeur of Madrid’s wide boulevards. The route
Brisbane Marathon Festival
The Brisbane Marathon Festival is a historic and scenic road race through the heart of Brisbane, featuring a fast, AIMS-certified course that includes the Story Bridge and City Botanic Gardens. Course Highlights The EVA Air Brisbane Marathon Festival offers participants a breathtaking tour of Queensland's capital on foot. The course is renowned for its scenic beauty, featuring a fast and flat route that showcases the city’s most iconic landmarks. Runners start on Margaret Street in the heart of the CBD before embarking