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Pisa Marathon 2024

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Marathon de Pise

The event in a few words

Hey passionate runner! ๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ Ready for a new adventure? The Pisa Marathon (or Maratona di Pisa) is on the horizon ๐Ÿ‘€. Naturally, the mention of Pisa conjures images of the famed Leaning Tower and tourists pretending to hold up the building with their hands ๐Ÿ“ธ. However, this Tuscan city on Italy's Northern Mediterranean coast ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น has much more to offer! It's filled with buildings โ€“ upright ones at that! โ€“ such as pink brick Renaissance buildings, typically Tuscan palazzi, churches, Languedoc crosses from the Crusades, and quaint alleys ๐Ÿ˜. For those who have a real passion for running, Pisa is particularly noteworthy for an unmissable event: its year-end marathon! And the bonus, there's not just a 42K. More on that below ๐Ÿ‘‡.

The Maratona di Pisa not only offers the classic marathon distance of 42.195 km, but also a half-marathon and a Family Run with a festive twist, the "Christmas Family Run" ๐ŸŽ…, which is 4 miles (approximately 6.44 km) long. This last one is perfect for beating your personal best! A traditional line-up that should convince even the most reluctant family members or friends ๐Ÿ˜‰. All events start and finish at the Piazza dei Miracoli, home to the Duomo (the famous cathedral, a symbol of Pisan Romanesque art with its lavish faรงade), the Baptistery with its immense dome, the Camposanto (monumental cemetery), and the Leaning Tower of Pisa ๐Ÿฅฐ. Whatever you choose, the city's urban and historical scene will be your playground ๐Ÿ›.

If you want to explore beyond the Tower, you can take a tour around the city, which is full of surprises : the via Santa Maria with its elegant buildings, the Piazza dei Cavalieri, the Arno River, the National Gallery, numerous palaces, and also popular neighborhoods where you can indulge in Tuscan cuisine ๐Ÿ˜‹. Pici, fish soup, olive oil bruschetta, Chianti, gelato, Vino Nobile from Montepulciano, Brunello from Montalcino... Tuscany is a true culinary wonder! ๐Ÿคค No doubt, recovery will be both delicious and cultural!

So, ready to speed through Tuscany? The Pisa Marathon awaits you! Get your sneakers on, and see you soon (a presto)! ๐Ÿ‘Ÿ

3 reasons to join this race

For the Christmas Spirit ๐ŸŽ„
At the Pisa Marathon, solidarity is more than just talk; itโ€™s about taking real action! The event supports several charitable causes: 6 individuals from the โ€œHomeless Projectโ€ are involved in the organization, while associations like Rare Partners (supporting research against Usher Syndrome), the Di Ciolo Fencing wheelchair fencing club, the Afaka School Village project in Madagascar, and the La Tartaruga association (related to Parkinson's disease) are all backed by the event ๐Ÿ‘.
To Challenge Your Personal Best โฑ๏ธ
What better way to end the year than with a personal challenge that'll have you crossing the finish line in style! The Pisa marathon and half-marathon offer golden opportunities to set a new personal record at one of these benchmark distances. Itโ€™s the perfect way to get into top shape for another kind of marathon โ€“ the festive season ๐Ÿ‹๏ธ.
To Explore the Region ๐Ÿฅฐ
While the Tower steals the spotlight, the Pisa region deserves its own exploration endeavor: plunge into the silent world of the Pisa Charterhouse, one of Italy's largest monastic complexes, or venture into the Monti Pisani, a mountainous area filled with valleys, forests, olive groves, and quaint villages. If youโ€™re more into seasides than mountainsides, treat yourself to a trip along the nearby coast for a breath of fresh sea air just before Christmas! โ›ต๏ธ

A distance for every taste

  • Sunday, December 15, 2024
  • 900+ runners in the last edition

A few more words

Running 26.2 miles through one of Italy's ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น most iconic cities is quite the feat! ๐Ÿš€ The race kicks off at the Piazza dei Miracoli, just steps away from the Leaning Tower, amidst an electrifying atmosphere โšก๏ธ. You'll skirt along the Arno River before crossing it (via a bridge, of course!) and reaching the Della Spina Church at the 5th kilometer. Then, you'll dash towards the Vettola, followed by the San Piero Basilica. Leaving the city behind, you'll traverse the San Rossore Natural Park, soon reaching the Tyrrhenian Sea ๐ŸŒŠ. Savor the delightful atmosphere of the Pisa marina that you'll leave at km 29. What follows is a lengthy but enjoyable return journey along the Arno, heading towards the finish line at the foot of the Campanile ๐Ÿ.

  • Sunday, December 15, 2024
  • 700+ runners in the last edition

A few more words

A half marathon as scenic as it is fast! Kicking off at the Piazza dei Miracoli, just steps from the leaning tower, you'll run alongside the Arno River before crossing it to reach the Santa Maria della Spina Church at the 5km mark ๐Ÿ‘. You'll then pass by the Vettola, followed by the San Piero Basilica. After a few strides through the San Rossore Natural Park, you'll make a 180ยฐ turn: the route then straightens out along the Arno River to take you back to the Piazza dei Miracoli, where the finish line awaits ๐Ÿ.

  • Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 9:00 AM

A few more words

A highly family-friendly and above all welcoming 4-mile (approximately 6.44 km) race, fully mapped out in the downtown area ! ๐ŸŒ† A magical journey through the cultural heritage of the city, with the start and finish on the stunning Piazza dei Miracoli and a scenic route along the Arno River ๐ŸŒŠ. Oh, and we almost forgot : wearing a Christmas costume is a must ! 

Any more questions?

  • For the marathon: โ‚ฌ50 until 06/25/24, then โ‚ฌ60 until 10/26/24, โ‚ฌ70 until 12/12/24, and โ‚ฌ80 at the expo

  • For the half-marathon: โ‚ฌ35 until 06/25/24, then โ‚ฌ40 until 10/26/24, โ‚ฌ45 until 12/12/24, and โ‚ฌ50 at the expo

  • For the "Christmas Family Run": โ‚ฌ10

Runners turning 25 on the day of the event will receive a discount (contact segreteria@maratonadipisa.com. Groups of 25 or more should also contact the organization for a special rate.

  • For the marathon: must be born in 2003 or before

  • For the half-marathon: must be born in 2005 or before

You can pick up your bib on Saturday, December 16, 2024, from 10am to 10pm at Miracle Square, at the Marathon Expo Village.

  • For the marathon: starts on Sunday, December 17, 2024, at 9am (meet at 8am in the starting area at Largo Cocco Griffi)

  • For the half-marathon: starts on Sunday, December 17, 2024, at 9am (meet at 8am in the starting area at Largo Cocco Griffi)

  • For the "Christmas Family Run": starts on Sunday, December 17, 2024, at 9am (meet at 8am at Largo Cocco Griffi)

A bag drop will be available on Sunday, December 17, 2024, from 7am to 8:30am.

  • For the marathon: 6 hours and 30 minutes

  • For the half-marathon: 6 hours and 30 minutes

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