Skopje Marathon
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Race Overview
The Wizz Air Skopje Marathon is a major sporting event held in the capital of North Macedonia. Organized by the Sport Union of Skopje and the Athletic Club "Skopski Maraton", the event is a member of the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS) and follows the regulations of World Athletics and the Athletics Federation of North Macedonia.
Distances and Categories
The event features several race formats:
- Marathon: A distance of 42.194 km.
- Half Marathon: A distance of 21.097 km.
- Marathon Relay: A relay race covering four legs (10-11-10-11 km).
- 5km Race: A distance of 5000 m.
- Team Building Race: A specialized category for groups and companies.
The marathon relay includes categories for men, women, and mixed teams.
Participant Information
Registration is strictly personal and must be completed online before the deadline. Participants in the marathon and half marathon are grouped into four starting boxes based on their target times. The time limit for completing the marathon and relay is 5 hours and 30 minutes, while the 5 km race has a limit of 1 hour.
Registered runners receive a start package including a bib with a timing chip, a bag, and a medal upon finishing. A technical T-shirt is included for those who register and pay by the specific early deadline. Refreshment points, medical aid, and storage services for personal belongings are available on-site. Participants may run with a dog on a leash or a child in a pushchair, provided they notify the organizer in advance and start from the back rows. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
