On 22 February 2026 the Verdi Marathon returns to Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, celebrating the legacy of composer Giuseppe Verdi while offering runners a memorable day of racing. Competitors can choose from the full marathon, a 30 km race, a half-marathon, or a 10 km option—ensuring there’s something for beginners, intermediates and seasoned athletes alike. The route threads through historic spa town Salsomaggiore Terme, the birthplace village of Le Roncole, and concludes in Busseto amid the grandeur of Verdi’s homeland. Often described as part road race and part cultural journey, the event blends Italian cuisine, heritage scenery and athletic challenge in one unique experience. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or simply embracing the event’s music-inspired spirit, the Verdi Marathon promises both scenery and ceremony.
Races
On Sunday, 22 February 2026, this full-distance marathon organised by Parmarathon ASD starts from Salsomaggiore Terme and finishes in Busseto, offering a certified course that explores the birthplace region of composer Giuseppe Verdi.
Also on 22 February 2026, the 30 km race threads the same cultural terrain in Emilia-Romagna, organised by Parmarathon ASD, and provides an accessible yet scenic middle-distance road-race option.
On 22 February 2026, the half-marathon starts in Salsomaggiore Terme and finishes in Fontanellato, under the organisation of Parmarathon ASD, offering a fast flat route amid historic towns.
Also held on 22 February 2026, the 10 km race by Parmarathon ASD gives runners a fast, flat spring challenge around Salsomaggiore Terme and nearby Fidenza, with the same festive event atmosphere.
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FAQs
What is the Verdi Marathon?
How long is the Verdi Marathon?
Where does the Verdi Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Verdi Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Verdi Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Verdi Marathon?
On Sunday, 22 February 2026, this full-distance marathon organised by Parmarathon ASD starts from Salsomaggiore Terme and finishes in Busseto, offering a certified course that explores the birthplace region of composer Giuseppe Verdi.
The Verdi Marathon is 42km long.
The Verdi Marathon takes place in Salsomaggiore Terme, Parma, Italy.
Runna classifies the Verdi Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
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 Verdi Marathon?
On Sunday, 22 February 2026, this full-distance marathon organised by Parmarathon ASD starts from Salsomaggiore Terme and finishes in Busseto, offering a certified course that explores the birthplace region of composer Giuseppe Verdi.
How long is the Verdi Marathon?
The Verdi Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Verdi Marathon take place?
The Verdi Marathon takes place in Salsomaggiore Terme, Parma, Italy.
What is the elevation gain of the Verdi Marathon?
Runna classifies the Verdi Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Verdi 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 Verdi 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!
What is the Verdi 30km?
How long is the Verdi 30km?
Where does the Verdi 30km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Verdi 30km?
How can I prepare for the Verdi 30km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Verdi 30km?
Also on 22 February 2026, the 30 km race threads the same cultural terrain in Emilia-Romagna, organised by Parmarathon ASD, and provides an accessible yet scenic middle-distance road-race option.
The Verdi 30km is 30km long.
The Verdi 30km takes place in Salsomaggiore Terme, Parma, Italy.
Runna classifies the Verdi 30km elevation profile as Flat.
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 Verdi 30km?
Also on 22 February 2026, the 30 km race threads the same cultural terrain in Emilia-Romagna, organised by Parmarathon ASD, and provides an accessible yet scenic middle-distance road-race option.
How long is the Verdi 30km?
The Verdi 30km is 30km long.
Where does the Verdi 30km take place?
The Verdi 30km takes place in Salsomaggiore Terme, Parma, Italy.
What is the elevation gain of the Verdi 30km?
Runna classifies the Verdi 30km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Verdi 30km?
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 Verdi 30km?
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 Verdi Half Marathon?
How long is the Verdi Half Marathon?
Where does the Verdi Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Verdi Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Verdi Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Verdi Half Marathon?
On 22 February 2026, the half-marathon starts in Salsomaggiore Terme and finishes in Fontanellato, under the organisation of Parmarathon ASD, offering a fast flat route amid historic towns.
The Verdi Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Verdi Half Marathon takes place in Salsomaggiore Terme, Parma, Italy.
Runna classifies the Verdi Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
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 Verdi Half Marathon?
On 22 February 2026, the half-marathon starts in Salsomaggiore Terme and finishes in Fontanellato, under the organisation of Parmarathon ASD, offering a fast flat route amid historic towns.
How long is the Verdi Half Marathon?
The Verdi Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Verdi Half Marathon take place?
The Verdi Half Marathon takes place in Salsomaggiore Terme, Parma, Italy.
What is the elevation gain of the Verdi Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Verdi Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Verdi Half 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 Verdi Half 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!
What is the Verdi 10km?
How long is the Verdi 10km?
Where does the Verdi 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Verdi 10km?
How can I prepare for the Verdi 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Verdi 10km?
Also held on 22 February 2026, the 10 km race by Parmarathon ASD gives runners a fast, flat spring challenge around Salsomaggiore Terme and nearby Fidenza, with the same festive event atmosphere.
The Verdi 10km is 10km long.
The Verdi 10km takes place in Salsomaggiore Terme, Parma, Italy.
Runna classifies the Verdi 10km elevation profile as Flat.
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 Verdi 10km?
Also held on 22 February 2026, the 10 km race by Parmarathon ASD gives runners a fast, flat spring challenge around Salsomaggiore Terme and nearby Fidenza, with the same festive event atmosphere.
How long is the Verdi 10km?
The Verdi 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Verdi 10km take place?
The Verdi 10km takes place in Salsomaggiore Terme, Parma, Italy.
What is the elevation gain of the Verdi 10km?
Runna classifies the Verdi 10km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Verdi 10km?
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 Verdi 10km?
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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