Krakow Marathon

The Krakow Marathon is an annual road race generally held during the spring season, most often in April. This timing allows runners to enjoy milder weather after the harsh Polish winter. Thousands of international and local runners participate in the event each year.

Yes, the course is designed to take runners through multiple parts of the city, prominently incorporating areas connected to Krakow's UNESCO-listed historic center. Runners pass by numerous historic landmarks and beautiful architecture along the route. The flat terrain of the city makes it an attractive race for achieving personal best times.

Yes, the Krakow Marathon is usually measured and certified by AIMS (the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races). Because of its official certification and exact marathon distance, runners can use their finishing times to qualify for the Boston Marathon. The flat nature of the course makes it a great choice for those seeking strict qualifying times.

The Krakow Marathon is widely known for its very flat and fast terrain, winding through the city's urban streets, parks, and alongside the Vistula River. There is very little elevation gain throughout the 42.195-kilometer course. This profile makes it highly suitable for beginner marathoners and elite runners chasing records alike.