Marathon races near Pécsvárad

The Pécs Maraton begins at 08:00 from Széchenyi tér, Pécs's main square, taking place as an autumn road race within the city. Participants can select from 5 km, 10 km, half marathon, or full marathon distances, accommodating both short-distance runners and those targeting the 42.2 km distance. The marathon course crosses central Pécs and extends to the base of the Mecsek mountains, featuring a mix of city streets and the foothills. Pécs Futóklub organizes the event, with participant entries limited to 4,000, and registration fees ranging from 6,000 Ft to 14,000 Ft.

Tettye serves as the starting point, with the Mecsek mountains providing forested trails instead of paved roads. The Mecsek Maraton Trail is described as a "marathon on the forested paths of the Mecsek," highlighting its nature: wooded tracks, autumn conditions, and a fitting end to the South Transdanubian trail running season. The course features trail surfaces and up to 2,000 meters of elevation gain, suggesting a race focused on rhythm, footing, and consistent effort rather than speed. It limits participants to 800 runners, aiming to maintain a community feel without congestion, and its unique aspect is its position as the final event of the regional trail season.