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Comacchio Half Marathon 2027

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The event in a few words

Welcome to the Comacchio Half... Achoo, sorry, let's start over. Welcome to the Comacchio Half Marathon, this unique race at sunset 🌞, nestled in the heart of one of the most enchanting Italian landscapes 😍.

Yes, get ready to join a much-anticipated spring sports event that will set the pace for your month of May 🌷. The Comacchio Half Marathon is not just a simple run, it's a total immersion among the canals of the "Little Venice" in the Emilia-Romagna region, in the prestigious Po Delta Park 🏞️. Here, nature and history run alongside you 🤗. For a festive weekend, the city offers four distinct formats for every runner to find their happiness 😁. Of course, the main half marathon for competitors, a 10 km timed, a 10 km open format, and even the "Prolife Dogs & Run", a 1.5 km loop to share with your four-legged companion 🐾.

The race profile is a true ode to diversity 💐. You will embark on a fast and flat course, with less than 2 meters of elevation gain, ideal for experiencing unforgettable emotions along a breathtaking and stunningly beautiful route! 😲 What more could you ask for to break your personal record ⏱️. Plus, you'll do all this while crossing landscapes listed as UNESCO World Heritage 🫡. Between city and sea, the route will zigzag through the medieval historic center before taking you along the Porto Garibaldi canal 💧, where the golden light of the late afternoon turns each step into a postcard setting 🌅. The magic happens when you run along the Adriatic Sea and enter the famous Valli di Comacchio 📍. Did you know these lagoons are home to one of Europe's largest colonies of flamingos? 🦩 You will likely have the chance to see their pink ballet throughout your effort! You might believe you are in a dream or witness an almost unreal vision 🤩.

For your run, the atmosphere promises to be friendly and authentic, enlivened by passages over the monumental bridges, like the iconic Trepponti 🌉. This 17th-century architectural masterpiece, with its five majestic staircases, once served as a defensive gateway to the city ⚔️. Running here, you walk in the footsteps of history, where eel fishermen still offload their catch according to ancestral traditions 🐟. Ah yes, this race is more than you think, you run, you admire, and you absorb a magnificent history 📖. It's like reading a historical book but in race form 🏃. Enjoy an impeccable organization, enthusiastic local cheers 👏, a lively Expo Village, and a warm Italian welcome 🇮🇹. Whether you're a seasoned runner aiming for a personal best or a passionate traveler seeking an authentic sports getaway 💪, Comacchio combines performance with an extra touch of soul 💭.

After crossing the finish line, don't put away your running shoes too quickly! Be sure to find time to explore the seven Lidi 🏖️. Turquoise sea, warm sand, seagull sounds... Everything you dreamed of during your run 💭. If you need recovery, and it's more about indulging, nothing beats the local specialties 🤌. With marinated or roasted eel as the undeniable star, treat yourself to a risotto Comacchio style or cappellacci with pumpkin 🍝. With this little plan, life in Italy, or let's say "La Dolce Vita", will make you want to stay longer than planned, guaranteed! 🇮🇹

Ciao a tutti, now's not the time to snooze, like comatose, but rather the time to wake up and go for a new medal, at the Comacchio Half Marathon! 🥇 Find your rhythm at sunset, and experience a half marathon as beautiful as it is friendly 😇.

4 reasons to join this race

A living postcard setting 🖼️
Running in Comacchio means going through an open-air museum 👀. You will pass under the Trepponti arcades and along canals lined with colorful houses before reaching the wild coast of the Adriatic Riviera 🌊. With such a landscape, the kilometers will fly by quickly.
The kingdom of flamingos 🦩
The Comacchio Half Marathon is surely one of the few races in the world where your supporters are migratory birds 😲. Passing through the Valli lagoons offers a unique natural spectacle: you will be between preserved wetlands and pink feathers flying over calm waters 💞.
A city born of ingenuity 🏗️
Historical anecdotes are everywhere: Comacchio was built on 13 islets in the Middle Ages ⏳. Crossing the Ponte degli Sbirri (the "Cops' Bridge"), you will walk right by the city's old prisons, a quirky nod to the lagoon city's judicial history. Indeed, we learn something new every day, thanks to Finishers 🤓.
A challenge for all duos 🐾
The event's uniqueness also lies in its Dogs & Run race 🦮. Whether you're a canicross enthusiast or just want to share 1.5 km of fun with your dog, this event highlights the spirit of openness and celebration of this event. With this, we're sure both you AND your dog will enjoy this beautiful day ☀️.

A distance for every taste

Half Marathon

Road RunningThe most popular
  • Early May 2027
  • 21.0975 km

A few more words

For the half marathon it's 21.097 km that are planned! ☝️

Alright, let's talk about the course, for the start and finish you will be in the heart of the city. Starting from the town, between km 4 and km 8, you will enjoy an amazing view from the dyke before crossing the ponte di ferro at km 8 🌉. To ensure a great start, the first refreshment stop will await you at km 4 🍏. The course then becomes more cultural: you will pass by the Santuario Santa Maria in Aula Regia at km 10 (where you'll find your second refreshment stop), then by the Basilica di San Cassiano at km 11.

You will continue with beautiful buildings in a succession of monuments with the ponte Pizzetti, the torre dell’orologio and the famous ponte degli sbirri at km 14 😍. This last km will be, in passing, the strategic point for your third refreshment stop 🍫. For your final strides, you'll follow the canale valle molino with a last energy boost at km 19, for a memorable finish ✨.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

You can collect your race bib at the expo village, near the Fattibello parking lot, on the following dates and times:

  • Friday, May 8, 2026 from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

  • Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 9:00 AM until 20 minutes before the start

The races will start on Saturday, May 9, 2026, on Dello Squero street:

  • For the half marathon and the 10 km: at 6:00 PM

  • For the 1.5 km: at 3:30 PM

Yes, if you want to appear in the final ranking, you will need a valid medical certificate.

Yes, the age requirements are:

  • For the half marathon:

    • Federation member (FIDAL or otherwise): minimum age 18 (by December 31, 2025)

    • For those participating with a RUNCARD or RUNCARD-EPS: minimum age 20 (by December 31, 2025)

  • For the 10 km:

    • For Italian runners:

      • Federation member (FIDAL or otherwise): minimum age 16 (by December 31, 2025)

      • For those participating with a RUNCARD or RUNCARD-EPS: minimum age 20 (by December 31, 2025)

    • For international participants:

      • Federation member (FIDAL or a foreign athletics federation recognized by World Athletics): 18 years old (by December 31, 2025)

      • For those participating with a RUNCARD or RUNCARD-EPS: minimum age 20 (by December 31, 2025)

Here are the race bib prices:

  • For the half marathon:

    • From 02/01/2026 to 05/03/2026: €35

    • On-site: €40

  • For the 10 km timed race:

    • From 02/01/2026 to 05/03/2026: €30

    • On-site: €35

  • For the 10 km fun run:

    • Until 05/03/2026: €16

    • On-site: €17

  • For the 1.5 km:

    • Until 05/03/2026: €14

    • On-site: €16

Yes, here they are:

  • For the half marathon: 3 hours

  • For the 10 km timed race: 1.5 hours

Refreshments will be available at the finish line for all races and at the following km points:

  • For the half marathon: km 4 / km 10 / km 14 / km 19

  • For the 10 km: km 5

Your registration includes:

  • For the half marathon and the 10 km:

    • Official technical T-shirt of the Comacchio half marathon

    • Official bag of the Comacchio half marathon

    • Official Comacchio half marathon medal, for athletes who cross the finish line

    • Medical assistance

    • Timing (for both timed races)

    • Certificate of participation

    • Refreshments

  • For the 1.5 km:

    • Personalized bib

    • Medal

    • Gift bag with sponsor products

    • Refreshments after the race

Yes, showers and restrooms will be provided by the organizers.

For the half marathon only, a locker service will be available. It will be located inside the Palazzetto dello Sport Fattibello – Via dello Squero 2, a few meters from the finish line.

Note: This service is reserved for the bag provided with your race bib. No other bags or luggage will be accepted.

If you have further questions, you can contact the organizers by email: info@comacchiohalfmarathon.com 

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