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5/01/2009 - 5/31/2009Prague International Marathon
Prague,
Czech Republic
The first Prague International Marathon was held in 1995 with 980 runners competing in the main race and 10,000 taking part in the fun run. Today, more than 3,000 people enter the competitive race with a further 13,000 and 12,000 participating in the City Run and the Family Run respectively. It is recognised as one of the most internationally-attended marathons in the world with approximately two thirds of the entrants coming from overseas. Spectators line Prague's historic streets to cheer on the runners. The course follows a loop beginning and ending in the Old Town Square. After the serious business of the running is over, the event takes on a party atmosphere with entertainment including street performers and live music.
Themes:
Sport
Hours: Race begins 0900.
Cost: Free to spectate.
Where: Streets of Prague
The race ends in the Old Town Square
Prague, Czech Republic
Getting there:
The race takes place in the city centre, which is easily accessed on foot or by public transport. Because some roads are closed to traffic during the run, spectators are advised not to use their own vehicles and use public transport instead.
Contact Information:
Prague International Marathon
Zahoranskeho 3
Prague
120 00 Praha 2
Czech Republic
Telephone: +420 224 919 209.
Email: marathon@pim.cz
Website: www.pim.cz
