Stockholm Half marathon has a unique course. Starting and running in the area between the castle, the Riksdaghuset and the Opera is special. And running in the middle of town is really a special feeling.

The half marathon in Stockholm has been called Stockholm Halvmarathon (Stockholm Half Marathon) since 2007 but the race is actually much older. In 1927, the year the first Volvo car was produced and Charles Lindbergh flew non-stop across the Atlantic, was when Stockholmsloppet (Stockholm Race) was launched.

The race was organised by athletic club Fredrikshof IF and the newspaper Stockholms Dagblad whose sports writer, Oscar Söderlund, came up with the idea of the competition.

The first race started and finished in the Olympic Stadium, later editions used the open-air museum of Skansen and the national football stadium in Råsunda.

The race was international and until its demise in 1955 one of the major events in Swedish distance running. From 1933-1936 Thore Enochsson won four times, before the Finn, Erkki Tamila followed up with three consecutive victories.In the 1950s Uno Gustavsson became the third man to win the race three times.

The Marathon du Médoc is a French marathon race, created in 1985, held every year in September through the vineyards of the Médoc in the Gironde. It is considered "the longest Marathon in the world".

The Marathon du Médoc attracts more than 3,300 foreigners, representing more than 50 nations, as well as many spectators. The marathon is organised by a volunteer association, with 2,800 volunteers.

A similar event is the Marathon des premières côtes de Blaye.

The circuit crosses the vineyards and chateaux of Pauillac, Saint-Julien, Saint-Estèphe, Médoc and Haut-Médoc, beginning and ending in Pauillac. The marathon, known internationally, is famous for its festive atmosphere. 90% of marathon runners run in costume. The marathon is called "the longest in the world" because the race is interspersed with several activities: musical breaks with 23 orchestras scattered around the course, wine tasting, oysters tasting at the 38th kilometer, and steak at the 39th kilometer.

Trondheim Marathon is Norway’s oldest marathon and is organized every autumn. Trondheim Marathon was first organized in 1969 under the name of Student Marathon, but the race was first named Trondheim Marathon in 1983. Since that time, the Trondheim Marathon has been growing and has really begun to mark Norway as an important event.

The main focus of TM is public health. We will be an event for everyone from 0 to 99 years. We want to take care of the participants through giving them the tools to master throughout the year. Running courses, lectures, nutrition lectures, events and training arenas while trying to contribute to this year’s training goals. We have laid the trail around the city center so that as a participant or audience you will see much of what Trondheim city has to show. We are proud of the new race track that is first and foremost beautiful and public-friendly.

The Birell Prague Grand Prix is a captivating evening race that takes runners through the heart of historic Prague. Held during the first weekend of September, this event transforms the city’s streets into a vibrant festival of running, with thousands of participants and enthusiastic spectators lining the course.

The event begins with the adidas Women’s Race 5K, an empowering race exclusively for female runners. Starting at Republic Square, the route takes participants over the bridge and through some of Prague’s most picturesque streets, celebrating the strength and camaraderie of women in sport.

As twilight deepens, the city lights create a stunning backdrop for the Birell 10K Race, open to both men and women. This fast, exhilarating course offers a rare chance to experience Prague at night, when its historic charm takes on a magical and mysterious glow.

For elite runners, the race also offers impressive financial incentives. Prize money includes €3,000 for the win, €2,000 for breaking the course record, €5,000 for a time bonus, and €20,000 for setting a new world record—totaling up to €30,000 (approximately $36,000 USD).

Whether you are chasing a personal best or simply soaking in the atmosphere of Prague’s illuminated landmarks, the Birell Prague Grand Prix is an unforgettable experience for runners of all levels.