The 40th SPAR Budapest Marathon® Festival takes place over the weekend of October 11–12, 2025, celebrating four decades of running in one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. Runners can choose from a full marathon, marathon relay for 2 or 4 people, a 30 km race, a half marathon, 14 km, 10 km, 5 km, or a 2.3 km Fun Run, making it accessible to all fitness levels. The scenic course winds along the Danube River, crossing famous bridges and passing historic sites like the Buda Castle and Hungarian Parliament Building. Saturday features shorter distances and family-friendly races, while Sunday hosts the main marathon and relay events. With music, cheering crowds, and a flat course ideal for fast times, the festival creates a lively, unforgettable running experience for over 30,000 participants.
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Race Date:
11 October, 2025
The SPAR Minimarathon 5 km takes place on October 11, 2025, in Budapest, Hungary, and is organized by Budapest Sportiroda (BSI). Designed for beginners and casual runners, this short and scenic race invites everyone to join the weekend festivities.
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FAQs
What is the SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km?
How long is the SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km?
Where does the SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km?
How can I prepare for the SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km?
The SPAR Minimarathon 5 km takes place on October 11, 2025, in Budapest, Hungary, and is organized by Budapest Sportiroda (BSI). Designed for beginners and casual runners, this short and scenic race invites everyone to join the weekend festivities.
The SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km is 5km long.
The SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km takes place in Budapest, Hungary.
Runna classifies the SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km?
The SPAR Minimarathon 5 km takes place on October 11, 2025, in Budapest, Hungary, and is organized by Budapest Sportiroda (BSI). Designed for beginners and casual runners, this short and scenic race invites everyone to join the weekend festivities.
How long is the SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km?
The SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km is 5km long.
Where does the SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km take place?
The SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km takes place in Budapest, Hungary.
What is the elevation gain of the SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km?
Runna classifies the SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalised training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the SPAR Budapest Minimarathon 5km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalised training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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