Prague Marathon: a run through the city of a hundred spires

The Prague International Marathon starts and finishes in Old Town Square and crosses the Vltava river several times. Runners pass Gothic towers, bridges and riverside views in late spring.

Fun facts

• The start and finish are in Old Town Square.
• The course is fairly flat and crosses the Vltava several times.
• The historic centre of Prague is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What to see

• Charles Bridge with its statues.
• Prague Castle above the river.
• The Astronomical Clock on the Old Town Hall.

What to taste

• Svíčková, beef in cream sauce with bread dumplings.
• Knedlíky, Czech dumplings, a good source of carbs.
• Czech beer, ideally after the race.

What to do

• Collect your bib at the expo.
• Cheer runners near the river embankments.
• Recover with a walk up to Prague Castle or through Letná Park.

💡 Tip: Airport buses connect to the metro and the main railway station. Fly in at least a day early and book accommodation early, because hotels fill up on race weekend.