| Race Name | Country | State | City | Type | Month | Description |
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| Verona Marathon | Italy | | Verona | Marathon | February | "To live the emotion to run along a course that goes throw the more enchanting and suggestive corners of a beautiful city, riches of art, history and culture, that UNESCO has inserted in the group of art cities “ World Patrimony of humanity”. A chance where sport and tourism merge themselves, exalting values and charm of Verona." |
| Brescia Marathon | Italy | | Brescia | Marathon | March | "At the Marathon Village (in Piazza Paolo VI) will enable the technical secretary and organizational Opening Saturday, March 13 from 10:00 to 20:00 and Sunday, March 14 from 6:30 am to 8:30. There will also sponsor the exhibition area, changing rooms and storage bags. The Organizing Committee encourages all runners to park near Brescia 2, Street between Crete and Malta Street (5 minutes by road from Marathon Village). From there on Sunday morning from 6:20 start of the shuttle buses that will accompany the participants at the Marathon Village, the same competitors will report to the car after the race (stop by Dante). For people with disabilities taking part in the marathon provided the opportunity to park directly in Piazza Paolo VI." |
| Roma (Rome) Marathon | Italy | | Roma | Marathon | March | "2008 The Russian Galina Bogomolova won the XIV edition of the Maratona di Roma Trofeo AceaElectrabel in 2:22.53, setting a new astonishing Italian all-comers' record, breaking Margaret Okayo's 2:24.59 by more than two minutes. Among the men Jonathan Yego Kiptoo prevailed with a victory and ran in 2:09.58. He beat Philip Kimutai Sanga (2:10.02) with a lust rush. At the XIV Maratona di Roma Trofeo AceaElectrabel both records in the handbikes race have been modified thanks to Bruijn Roel (1:18.12) and Monique Van der Vorst (1:19.40). There were 65,000 participants at the Roma Fun Run, the 4 km non-competitive race. 2009 Rome becomes the fastest marathon in Italy. Benjamin Kiptoo Koulum from Kenya, initially signed up as a pace-setter, pushes hard, gets out of the pack, doesn't stop, and crosses the finish line with a superb 2:07.17. Italian all comers' record. Kenya rules: Kiptoo +10 (compatriots) in the first 11 places. The women race is won by Firehiwot Dado in 2:27.08. More than 92,000 people at the start, also considering the Fun Run (approximately 80,000): a European record of participation." |
| Treviso Marathon | Italy | | Treviso | Marathon | March | "The roll of honor of the Treviso Marathon was inaugurated by Fabio Rinaldi. The Piedmont , a pupil of Renato Canova , stands out in 2h11'48 "" , taking up and pulling out just before the Porta San Tomaso Kipkering Kenyan Philemon , in crisis after a race of head ( 2h12'49 ""). Fabio Rinaldi , who before the Treviso Marathon was about to close his career , it is also the new personal best (31 "" of progress) . Third Sicilian Vincenzo Modica , a former world runner , author of the best performance of his last five chronometric ( 2h13'02 ""). Without the women's race history . Hafida Izem , a Moroccan resident in Matera is lonely race since the early miles, finishing in 2h37'58 "" . Behind him , in 2h40'29 "", the Italian record holder Maura Viceconte almost at the end of his career. Exceptional setting of the public along the route: "" It was like being in New York , ""says Emmanuel Zenucchi , a marathon of a longer Italian militia." |
| A.S.D Vigarano Marathon | Italy | | Vigarano | Marathon | March | |
| Milano City Marathon | Italy | | Milano | Marathon | April | "The 10th edition of the Milan City Marathon due to start on April 11th next from the Milan Rho-Pero Fairgrounds has been officially presented. Following a short opening filmed sequence featuring a Nelson Mandela’s message, the new director Andrea Monti expressed words of welcome in the name of the La Gazzetta dello Sport. “Such a marathon, with such features and premises can only draw an enthusiastic response from the Milanese crowd” declared Monti. “Actually the message launched by the “new” Milan marathon goes beyond the true values of sport: it sounds of solidarity, integration and, in other words, of principles which I like to think are once again linked to Milan and the Gazzetta”." |
| Napoli (Naples) Marathon | Italy | | Naples | Marathon | April | "The Marathon City of Naples is above all a major sporting event of mass that involves thousands of citizens of many nationalities who, ideally run together and for the same purposes and for the same goals , largely satisfied you can put in your Naples collection of sports holdings .Obviously the Marathon City of Naples is not and is not only a great race .The Marathon City of Naples is the need, present in all world citizens , cities more livable , liveable ." |
| Turin Marathon | Italy | | Turin | Marathon | April | "The first marathon held in Turin was back in 1897 and it is a little known fact that it is one of the oldest in the world. Turin, a beautiful city, Italy’s first capital and birthplace of the nation, is today vibrant with many outstanding tourist attractions and museums. The city is very easily accessed by rail, via Paris, or air, taking advantage of low-cost airlines that use the city airport. Hotels in the centre are plentiful with accommodation to suit all. The first marathon held in Turin was back in 1897 and it is a little known fact that it is one of the oldest in the world. Turin, a beautiful city, Italy’s first capital and birthplace of the nation, is today vibrant with many outstanding tourist attractions and museums. The principal city of Piedmont was renovated and modernized for the 2006 Winter Olympic Games and, although less well known than other classic Italian tourist destinations, Turin is interesting for its culture, history and food and wine, and is a place of discovery for those with a passion for running. What is special about the TURIN MARATHON “LA STAMPA” Grand Prix is that the marathon route is a complete circuit with the start and finish in the impressive main square Piazza Castello." |
| Saint Anthony Marathon | Italy | | Padua | Marathon | April | "I can testify to anyone who has the course is difficult to hold the emotion when you near the goal gaping in front of Prato della Valle in all its magnificence. It is not only the final stretch of the route of the Marathon St. Anthony to make the race unique linking Vedelago to Padua . And ' the whole event as background . Every athlete , ranked from first to last , is acclaimed throughout the race , first to the last mile , along a path "" armored ""so closed to traffic for eight hours . And, thanks to the enthusiasm of the municipalities involved , initiatives along the "" route "" are truly astounding , with music, shows and exhibitions.The Marathon St. Antonio starts Vedelago , town in the province of Treviso with a long tradition Running For 12 years , from 1988 to 1999 , there was held a marathon of a national character . Leaving Vedelago , athletes are directed towards Castelfranco Veneto, Where shortly after entering the 8th kilometer race. Here the route of the marathon follows the perimeter of the medieval walls , to leave the center going up on the overpass at the station. The athletes will then link to ResanaAlong Via Castellana. The last section within the province of Treviso coincides with the 15th kilometer of travel , so we take the State Road 307 ( known as "" the Saint "" ) towards Padova . The first town in the Paduan territory is Loreggia. Shortly thereafter, Camposampiero, is placed the transition to the half marathon ." |
| Europe's Marathon | Italy | | Trieste | Marathon | May | "Bavisela Sports Expo is the exhibition trade fair dedicated to the world of sport made for spectacular Marathon of Europe, the most international sporting event in Italy . Marathoners , public and amateur outdoor sports give life to 17 years in Trieste to a single event seems capable of collecting 12,000 participants , to be followed by an audience of 30,000 people and have a follow- TV ( Rai Due) a million viewers. Bavisela Sports Expo will develop in the beautiful surroundings of the city's banks , near the sea and a short walk from Piazza Unit. The Gulf of Trieste and the banks are also home to other events held collaterally Marathon , like Bavisela uncompetitive , the Bavisela Young, the concerning you , the Center Marathon." |
| Maratona del Piceno | Italy | | Grottazzolina | Marathon | May | |
| NIGHTMARATHON.IT | Italy | | Jesolo Beach VENICE | Marathon | May | "The Marathons in Leiden, Rotterdam, New York, Athens, Fukuoka, Berlin etc all have one thing in common: they all have the same history. It is therefore very interesting for you as a runner, and actually you that does your state requires, what about how exactly the marathon originated. We all know the famous story of the messenger who had to walk about 42 km to the victory over the Persians to publish, but there is much more behind the history of the Marathon" |
| S?dtirol Marathon Alto Adige | Italy | | Bolzano | Marathon | October | "The race preparations for the International S?dtirol Marathon are well underway . Many celebrities & A 's here to train for weeks under the guidance of professional athletes. stuck in Merano e.g. among other things, the new mayor of Lana , Harald Stauder and the Ski -Aces Manuela Moelgg and Werner Heel in the middle of the preparations. Her coach is South Tyrol's figurehead in the triathlon Ironwoman Edith Niederfriniger ." |
| International Lake Garda Marathon | Italy | | Garda Lake | Marathon | October | "The International Lake Garda Marathon was created to promote and highlight the unique features and attractions of our local tourism industry: running along the banks overlooking the crystalline waters of the lake on a dazzling September morning will demonstrate everything we are famous for. Lake Garda - an extraordinary combination of history, culture, tradition, and hospitality - looks forward to welcoming the athletes who plan to participate in the International Lake Garda Marathon and also their family members, friends, and trainers, to show them a sample of the extraordinary things it has to offer. The strikingly beautiful route, almost entirely along the Lake Garda lakefront, will give athletes a chance to compete in a first class sports event and have a taste of top-quality hospitality. All the towns on the lake and the historical cities of art -- Verona with the Arena, Rovereto with the Mart museum, Trento with its old town center and the Buonconsiglio castle, and Brescia with its museums and art exhibits - look forward to welcoming the participants of the International Lake Garda Marathon to give them not just a competition, but also a dream vacation." |
| Italian Marathon Memorial Enzo Ferrari | Italy | | Maranello | Marathon | October | "The 23rd edition of the Maratona d'Italia will take place on Sunday 10th October at 9.00 amThe start is located in front of the Galleria Ferrari in Maranello and the finish is positioned in Piazza Martiri at Carpi.Athletes must be 18 years of age at 10/10/2010 and they must produce a suitable medical certificate for taking part in the competition in addition to the FIDAL affiliation form for the participation on road races. The daily affiliation card costs Euro 5,00 that must be added to the entry fee at once. The Italian Federation of Athletics empower and safeguard the foreigners' athletes participation with an insurance coverage" |
| Casin? di Venezia Venice Marathon | Italy | | Venice | Marathon | October | "Venicemarathon speaks Kenyan once again! In fact Joseph Lomala gained the 1st place of the 23rd edition in 2h11’04”, winning an exciting final rush with his teammate Jacobs Chesire (2h11’07”). Third place for the Ethiopian Kidane Abdi (2h11’57”).In the women’s race the Hungarian Aniko Kalovics didn’t betray the forecasts winning in 2h31’24”, a result influenced by the warm temperature and some physical problems arose during the race. Behind her the Kenyan Anne Kosgei finished second in 2h32’21”, while Florence Chepkurui classified just third. The Hungarian stopped the African rule of the last six years." |
| Palermo Marathon | Italy | | Palermo | Marathon | November | |
| Firenze (Florence) Marathon | Italy | | Florence | Marathon | November | "A new face to design the future of Florence Marathon. The classic Florentine race is set for a complete change in pace and philosophy for its 2010 edition, aiming for a more fluid route while maintaining all its original fascination.The 27th Florence Marathon, due to take place on 28 November, is preparing a big surprise for the thousands of sportspeople from all over the world who will line up on the starting line: a new route that will be much faster, and will have just 40 meters difference of level between the departure and the arrival point, as required by the IAAF regulations. This novelty is the result of a common commitment with the town administration and with the declared intent of providing a further impulse and the prospect of ever greater quality to this international event that is the Florence Marathon. This change of philosophy is also an investment in the future and in the possibility to allow this city Marathon to grow. The decision made by the Marathon staff to abandon the previous version of the route was taken in order to be able to accomodate over 10.000 entries, and taking into account the constant increase in the number of registrations." |
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