41th Spar Budapest Marathon, 2026. Info and routes.

41th Spar Budapest Marathon, map centered on Budapest

Information about 41th Spar Budapest Marathon, 2026 ed.

• Event name:41th Spar Budapest Marathon
• Date and Time:Sun, October 11, 2026 - 09:00
• City:Budapest
• Address:Pázmány Péter Promenade
• Country:Hungary
• Latitude and Longitude:47.468728 / 19.064587
• About the event:Hungary’s largest sports event, a true bucket-list challenge for all those who have set their sights on conquering the queen of distances. Run a marathon in Budapest, along a beautiful and diverse route, alongside thousands of fellow runners! We warmly welcome you to our shorter distances as well, as during this two-day running festival, everyone can find a program that suits their preferences!
  
  Starting Zones:
  
  1st Zone – Within 4:30 (within 3:10:00 marathon time) (marked with a ‘1’ on your bib, before the bib number)
  2nd Zone – Between 4:30 and 5:00 (between 3:10:00 and 3:30:00 marathon time) (marked with a ‘2’ on your bib, before the bib number)
  3rd Zone – Between 5:00 and 5:30 (between 3:30:00 and 3:52:00 marathon time) (marked with a ‘3’ on your bib, before the bib number)
  4th Zone – Between 5:30 and 6:00 (between 3:52:00 and 4:13:00 marathon time) (marked with a ‘4’ on your bib, before the bib number)
  5th Zone – Between 6:00 and 6:30 (between 4:13:00 and 4:34:00 marathon time) (marked with a ‘5’ on your bib, before the bib number)
  6th Zone – Above 6:30 (above 4:34:00 marathon time) (marked with a ‘6’ on your bib, before the bib number)
  At this event, everyone may only line up in the starting zone corresponding to their pre-registered expected pace (min/km).
  
  This helps reduce congestion in the first kilometers after the start and unnecessary overtaking. Starting all runners of similar pace from the same zone makes the beginning of the race calmer and more predictable.
• Time Limit:The time limit for the Marathon distance is 5hours 30 minutes net time, aligned with the start time of the last wave. A sweep bus follows the field at the pace of the final pacer. Runners overtaken by the sweep vehicle must board it, their bib number will be invalidated, and they may not enter the finish area.
• Pacers Service:Yes: Pace Chart for a Target Finish Time of 3 hours and 30 minutes (with a consistent pace) Pace Chart for a Target Finish Time of 3 hours and 45 minutes (with a gradually slowing pace) Pace Chart for a Target Finish Time of 4 hours (with a gradually slowing pace) Pace Chart for a Target Finish Time of 4 hours and 15 minutes (with a gradually slowing pace) Pace Chart for a Target Finish Time of 4 hours and 30 minutes (with a gradually slowing pace) Pace Chart for a Target Finish Time of 4 hours and 45 minutes (with a gradually slowing pace) Pace Chart for a Target Finish Time of 5 hours (with a gradually slowing pace) Pace Chart for a Target Finish Time of 5 hours and 15 minutes (with a gradually slowing pace) Pace Chart for a Target Finish Time of 5 hours and 30 minutes (with a gradually slowing pace)
• Other notes:The event takes place at Pázmány Péter Promenade, near ELTE Budai Campus.
  
  From Déli pályaudvar (Southern Railway Station): Take tram 17 or 61 to Móricz Zsigmond körtér, then take tram 4 to Petőfi híd budai hídfő, and walk on Pázmány Péter Promenade (approximately 600 m).
  From Keleti pályaudvar (Eastern Railway Station): Take metro M4 to Móricz Zsigmond körtér, then take tram 4 to Petőfi híd budai hídfő, and walk on Pázmány Péter Promenade (approximately 600 m).
  From Nyugati pályaudvar (Western Railway Station): Take metro M3 to Corvin negyed, then take tram 4/6 to Petőfi híd budai hídfő, and walk on Pázmány Péter Promenade (approximately 600 m), or take tram 4/6 to Petőfi híd budai hídfő, and walk on Pázmány Péter Promenade (approximately 600 m).
• Registration:Please prepare your registration confirmation in digital or printed form for BIB pickup!
  
  At the event venue, in the race center:
  
  On October 9th, between 10:00 and 19:00
  On October 10th, between 7:00 and 19:00
  On October 11th, between 7:00 and 8:30
• Dressing rooms:Dressing Rooms:
  
  The men’s dressing room will be set up in the southern block of ELTE Lágymányosi Campus. The entrance will be through the doors on the side facing the main stage. The location for the women’s dressing room will also be in the same building. The entrance will be through the doors on the side farther from the Danube.
  
  Cloakroom:
  
  The cloakroom tents will be set up in the grassy area next to the northern block of ELTE Lágymányosi Campus. In the tents, you can leave your belongings according to your bib number range, which will be indicated with signs. Place the cloakroom tag under your bib number. The runner needs to detach the tag from the bib in advance and secure it to the bag using the safety pin provided in the race kit, ensuring it won’t fall off. It’s recommended to fold the tag along the perforation for easier detachment. You can leave your bag only at the tent corresponding to your bib number, but you don’t need to wait for the organizer there; you can independently place it in the tent’s designated area, separated by ropes. Our colleagues will return your bag after you reach the finish line, according to your bib number.
  
  OPENING HOURS:
  
  Bag drop-off: between 7:00 and 8:30 Bag pick-up: between 11:30 and 15:00
  
  Attention! We do not take responsibility for valuables left in the cloakroom.
  
  Bicycle Storage:
  
  On-site, we will set up the bicycle storage on the Danube side of the southern block of ELTE Lágymányosi Campus.
  
  Restrooms:
  
  You can use the restrooms located in the basement near the men’s and women’s dressing rooms. Mobile restrooms can be found near the start/finish area, and mobile urinals will also be available for men. Along the route, you will find mobile restrooms at the refreshment stations and relay points, and mobile urinals will be available for men as well.
• Aid stations:4,1
  Attila út, at Dózsa György tér (Dózsa György Square)
  
  water
  7,8
  On Andrássy Avenue, after Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út (Bajcsy-Zsilinszky Road)
  
  water, Absolute Live isotonic drink, bananas, glucose tablets, lemons
  11,3
  Lower Quay of Pest, in front of the Mahart International Ship Terminal
  
  water, Absolute Live isotonic drink, i:am salt tablets, bananas, glucose tablets, lemons
  14,5
  Pázmány Péter Promenade, after Magyar Tudósok körútja (Hungarian Scientists’ Boulevard)
  
  water, Absolute Live isotonic drink, bananas, glucose tablets, lemons
  18,6
  Friedrich Born Quay, after Erzsébet Bridge
  
  water, Absolute Live isotonic drink, bananas, glucose tablets, lemons
  22,7
  Árpád fejedelem avenue, at the intersection with Dara Street
  
  water, Absolute Live isotonic drink, i:am salt tablets, bananas, glucose tablets, lemons
  24,1
  Árpád fejedelem avenue, after Tímár Street.
  
  water
  28,3 Margitsziget, Schulek Frigyes Promenade, at the intersection with Víztorony útja (Water Tower Road) water, Absolute Live isotonic drink, bananas, glucose tablets, lemons
  31,8 Népfürdő Street, after the Duna Aréna water, Absolute Live isotonic drink, i:am salt tablets, bananas, glucose tablets, lemons, magnesium, calcium, Pepsi
  34,9 Jászai Mari Square, at the northern exit of Margit Bridge water, Absolute Live isotonic drink, bananas, glucose tablets, lemons, magnesium, calcium, Pepsi
  39,3 Lower Quay of Pest, in front of the Mahart International Ship Terminal water, Absolute Live isotonic drink, bananas, glucose tablets, lemons, magnesium, calcium, Pepsi
  40,9 Műegyetem Quay, in front of the BME Building water
  Individual refreshment drop-off will be available on-site at the event center, on October 12th, no later than 45 minutes before the start.
  At the refreshment stations along the route, we will provide 1 cubic meter collection containers primarily for collecting empty cups. You will find these containers on both sides of the route, following the last refreshment table.
  The last container will be placed 50 meters after the end of the station, and this will be indicated by a separate sign. Please make sure to dispose of any waste from the refreshment station into this container.
  Any waste generated along the route should not be scattered. Please place it in the containers provided at the refreshment stations.
  At the refreshment stations, we will not hand you cups filled with water or isotonic drinks. You are responsible for taking these from the tables yourself. Under no circumstances should you place used, empty cups back onto the refreshment tables!
  Refreshment stations can often pose challenges. Do not attempt to squeeze between two runners for a quick drink or snack. Adhere to basic etiquette during the race as well. Wait your turn and remember that there are often fewer people towards the end of the station. Take only what you need, as there may be runners behind you who need refreshments even more.
  If weather conditions warrant, we may set up additional temporary water stations along the route.
  After crossing the finish line, you can collect your medal first, followed by your finisher’s package.
• Virtual Race?No
• Trail?No
• Cross country?No
• Multi-stage event?No
• Website:marathon.runinbudapest.com
• Facebook:facebook.com/runinbudapest
• Instagram:instagram.com/run_in_budapest
• YouTube:youtube.com/@BSIMozogjVelunk
• Flier:Not available

41th Spar Budapest Marathon route, 2026 ed.

Race 1 - 42.2 km

Marathon 42.2 km / 26.2 mi Road/Asphalt

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Race 2 - 30 km

Competitive race 30 km / 18.6 mi Road/Asphalt

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Race 3 - 21.1 km

Half marathon 21.1 km / 13.1 mi Road/Asphalt

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Race 4 - 14 km

Competitive race 14 km / 8.7 mi Road/Asphalt

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