🇨🇿Prague, Czech Republic
Volkswagen Prague Marathon
Expected May 2027
Race facts
Next edition · 2027
Expected May 2027
Date not yet confirmedEstimated from the usual calendar slot. Last edition: May 3, 2026.
Course
85 melevation gain
- Distance · surface
- 42.2 km · Road
Entry
Open entry
- 2027 entry
- Not yet recorded. Check the official site for dates and status.
Dates and entry details change. Confirm with the organiser before you book.
PB potential
Excellent PB course — flat, fast, and well-paced
Beginner friendly
Great for newcomers — manageable course, strong support
About this race
Prague is one of Central Europe's finest marathon cities — a genuinely fast course in a visually stunning medieval setting. The route starts on Old Town Square and passes through the Lesser Town, across the Nusle Bridge, through Vinohrady and Žižkov, then loops back past Vyšehrad castle and along the Vltava riverbank. The 85m of elevation is minimal, and the course surface is mostly smooth. May temperatures of 12–17°C are well-suited to racing, though the city's Baroque cobblestone sections require careful footing. The half-marathon and relay options draw elite and amateur runners alike, creating a vibrant race atmosphere. Prague is underrated in the international marathon circuit — entry is affordable, accommodation is easy, and the post-race beer culture is unmatched.
Typical race-day weather
Temperature
12–18°C
Humidity
55–65%
Conditions
Pleasant spring weather, occasional showers
Wind
10–15 km/h
Entry information
Next edition date estimated — confirm exact date with the official site.
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