The Košice Peace Marathon, held annually in Košice, Slovakia, is the oldest marathon in Europe, with its inaugural edition dating back to 1924. This prestigious event offers a range of race distances including a full marathon (42.2 km), a half marathon (21.1 km), a handbike race (20 km), and a 4-person relay in which each runner completes approximately 10.55 km. The race features a flat, fast, and looped course through Košice’s historic center, making it ideal for setting personal bests. Known for its electric atmosphere, supportive crowds, and rich tradition, the event also includes cultural festivities and a dedicated marathon museum celebrating its legacy.
Race
Marathon
Race Date:
05 October, 2025
The Košice Peace Marathon is the oldest marathon in Europe and the third-oldest in the world. The course is flat, completely asphalted, and traffic-free, consisting of two laps in the historic city center of Košice, starting and finishing on Hlavná ulica, and is recognized with AIMS certification and a World Athletics Silver Label.
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FAQs
What is the Košice Peace Marathon?
How long is the Košice Peace Marathon?
Where does the Košice Peace Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Košice Peace Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Košice Peace Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Košice Peace Marathon?
The Košice Peace Marathon is the oldest marathon in Europe and the third-oldest in the world. The course is flat, completely asphalted, and traffic-free, consisting of two laps in the historic city center of Košice, starting and finishing on Hlavná ulica, and is recognized with AIMS certification and a World Athletics Silver Label.
The Košice Peace Marathon is 42km long.
The Košice Peace Marathon takes place in Košice, Slovakia.
The Košice Peace Marathon elevation gain is 74 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 personalized 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 Košice Peace Marathon?
The Košice Peace Marathon is the oldest marathon in Europe and the third-oldest in the world. The course is flat, completely asphalted, and traffic-free, consisting of two laps in the historic city center of Košice, starting and finishing on Hlavná ulica, and is recognized with AIMS certification and a World Athletics Silver Label.
How long is the Košice Peace Marathon?
The Košice Peace Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Košice Peace Marathon take place?
The Košice Peace Marathon takes place in Košice, Slovakia.
What is the elevation gain of the Košice Peace Marathon?
The Košice Peace Marathon elevation gain is 74 meters, which Runna classifies as a Flat race.
How can I prepare for the Košice Peace Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized 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 Košice Peace Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized 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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