Sarajevo Half Marathon
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Persil Sarajevo Half Marathon
The Persil Sarajevo Half Marathon is a road running event held in Sarajevo. The course is characterized as fast and flat, making it suitable for participants aiming for specific time goals. The race distance is 21.097 km and is officially measured and certified by the IAAF and AIMS.
The route passes through several major streets and landmarks in the city, including:
- Zmaja od Bosne (Start and Finish at Marijin Dvor)
- Bulevar Meše Selimovića
- Vilsonovo šetlište
- Zagrebačka
- Vrbanja
The event includes seven refreshment stations located at approximately 4.1, 7.0, 9.0, 10.7, 14.8, 17.6, and 19.6 kilometers. There is a strict time limit of 3 hours to complete the course. After this limit, the roads are reopened to traffic, and remaining participants must move to the sidewalk.
Participation is open to individuals aged 14 and older in both male and female categories. Registered participants receive a race pack that includes a start number with a timing chip, a Dri-Fit shirt, a finisher medal, and access to the refreshment stations. A secure cloakroom is provided at the start/finish area for personal belongings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.