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17TH EDITION

You are not ready for the 42 kilometers yet but you don’t want to miss out on the fun? The Padova Half Marathon is the perfect race for you.

A challange that, unsurprisingly, was immediatly accepted by thousands of running enthusiasts.

And it was only natural because the Padova Half Marathon embraces the temple of well-being, the thermal area,starting from Abano Terme and immediately heading towards Montegrotto, then climbing through the most famous part of Padua,its wonderful squares and the Basilica del Santo, to land in the enchanting Prato della Valle.

DETAILS

DATE

April 26th, 2026

RACE COURSE

21,097 km

START

Abano Terme (PD)
9:45 am

FINISH LINE

Prato della Valle (PD)

RECORD

V. Kipchirchir (KEN) 59’19” (2021)

M.M. Gesare (KEN) 1h08’30” (2024)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The race is open to all participants who have reached 18 years of age by the day of the event.
For Runcard members the minimum age is 20.

ITALIAN ATHLETES

The race is open to all italian athletes who hold one of the following membership cards:

  • FIDAL
  • RUNCARD + Health Form or health certificate for athletics at competitive levels valid on the day of the event
  • RUNCARD EPS + Health Form or health certificate for athletics at competitive levels valid on the day of the event
INTERNATIONAL ATHLETES

The race is open to all foreign athletes who hold one of the following membership cards:

FOREIGN ATHLETES LIVING ABROAD WITHOUT MEMBERSHIP
SPORT-TOURISM "NON-COMPETITIVE" PARTICIPATION

Foreign athletes residing abroad without a membership can participate as “non-competitive”, but they have to fill in a disclaimer form during the registration process.

Attention: By choosing this option these athletes will be included in the rankings only with the race time without the position and category and will not be able to benefit from any prizes, bonuses, expense reimbursements, etc.

RACE COURSE

The Padua Half Marathon starts from Abano Terme, with the starting line from Monteortone Stadium, then immediately head towards the center of Montegrotto Terme.

The return to Padua runs through the Mandria and via Goito. The entrance into the historic center goes up via Vescovado and Piazza del Duomo.

The race runs through the most fascinating part of the city, touching Piazza dei Signori, Piazza della Frutta, passing alongside the Caffè Pedrocchi, the Palazzo del Bo and in front of the Basilica of Sant’Antonio, emblem of Christianity. Finally, it flows into the beautiful scenery offered by Prato della Valle, one of the most evocative in the world.

FAQ – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Is valid a medical certificate in which "Athletics" is not indicated?

No. According to Federal regulations, the medical certificate must be specific for “Athletics”.

When do the registrations close?

It is possible to register until 10.04.2026. At the Expo only according to bib numbers availability.

If the maximum number of participants is reached, registrations will be closed in advance.

What does the entry fee include?

The entry fee includes:

  • race bib;
  • official t-shirt;
  • insurance and medical assistance during the event;;
  • refreshment and sponging along the racecourse;
  • goody bag;
  • refreshment at the end of the race
  • transport of personal clothing from the start area to the finish area
  • pre-race and post-race transportation by shuttle buses
  • official medal
  • Marathon diploma

Are there any starting grids?

BIB NUMBERS

 BEST TIME

5001 – 5050

 Athletes with times under 1 h 30

5051 – 5500

Athletes with times between 1 h 15 and 1 h 30
5501 – 7000

Athletes with times between 1 h 30 and 1 h 45
From 7000 on

Athletes with times from 1 h 45 on

 

The race-bib numbers will be automatically assigned on the basis of the best personal time achieved in the last two years, declared at the time of registration.

If I am unable to participate, can I get a refund?

Entry fees are not refundable in case you decide not to take part to the race. Anyway, you can:

  • transfer your registration fee to Padova Marathon 2027 by previously sending an e-mail to iscrizioni@padovamarathon.com by 10/04/2026. The confirmation of the participation to the Padova Marathon 2027 undergoes the payment of € 10,00 for secretarial rights.
  • transfer your registration to another runner by previously sending an e-mail to iscrizioni@padovamarathon.com by 10/04/2026. In case of “name change” you will be asked to pay extra 10,00 € for secretarial rights.

When can I pick up my race bib number?

Athletes will be able to pick up their bib and goody bag at the Expo Village in the Fair of Padova (Via Niccolò Tommaseo, 59) on the following days:

  • Thursday April 23rd from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm
  • Friday April 24th from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
  • Saturday April 25th from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm

ATTENTION! Bibs won’t be delivered on the race day.