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Upcoming Marathon races near Florence

JUL 1

Run · trail · Marathon

Arezzo Wild Trail – Night Edition 2026

Arezzo · 50 km away

SEP 2

Run · road · Marathon

Bologna Marathon in Trail

Monterenzio · 63 km away

Run · road · Marathon

Mugello Marathon - La più antica d'Italia

Borgo San Lorenzo · 23 km away

Florence · 80 km

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Recurring Marathon races near Florence

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Ecomaratona Del Chianti Classico

The Ecomaratona del Chianti Classico is a running event held in October in Castelnuovo Berardenga, located in Tuscany's Chianti Classico region. Participants can select from three competitive races and a relay, offering multiple distance options beyond a single set format. The weekend also highlights local food, wine, and the Tuscan countryside, extending beyond just the race finish. The courses traverse dirt roads and trails within the Castelnuovo Berardenga area, with the characteristic white roads and country paths contributing to the race's Chianti identity. Non-competitive Ecopasseggiate allow walkers to discover the same landscape at a relaxed pace, and tours of villas, castles, and local sites provide a cultural dimension. This combination of race choices, walks, and local exploration accommodates serious runners, casual participants, and visitors alike, while also benefiting charitable causes.

Marathon d'Arezzo

Marathon d'Arezzo is a road race held in Arezzo, a historic city in Tuscany, Italy, typically in late October. The event holds a World Athletics Label, though it is listed as not timed, suggesting it functions more as a city running festival than a strictly competitive marathon. Participants can select from various distances: 3.5 km, 10.6 km, the half marathon, and the full 42.2 km marathon. The course is situated within Arezzo, winding through the city’s historic streets, cultural sites, and monuments. It accommodates diverse participants, from short-distance runners and casual joggers to half-marathoners and full marathon competitors, all on the same program. Late October in Arezzo generally offers cool conditions, with average temperatures between 6°C and 14°C, often cloudy with some rain, making it suitable for wearing a jacket at the start.

Marathon de Florence

The Florence Marathon, a 42 km race held annually in late November since 1984, winds through Florence, Italy. It began with 462 participants and evolved into Italy's second-largest marathon, trailing only Rome. The field is primarily Italian, with significant contingents from France, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Orlando Pizzolato, a two-time New York Marathon champion, was present at the inaugural event. The marathon subsequently gained enough national recognition to host Italy's championship race. The present course commences at Lungarno Pecori Giraldi and concludes in Piazza Santa Croce. Runners pass through the historic center, including Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, and the Basilica of Santa Maria del Fiore. A substantial portion of the race follows the Arno River, featuring bridge crossings and extended sections on the river's north bank. The route also extends to Cascine Park, the city's most extensive public park. Earlier iterations presented greater challenges, incorporating more turns, cobblestones, and one instance of a course approximately a kilometer short. However, the contemporary course is designed for a faster, record-eligible marathon.

XLII^ ESTRA Firenze Marathon

The Estra Firenze Marathon begins in Piazza del Duomo, Florence, at 08:30 for the 42.195 km race. This road race, held annually in late November, is the 42nd edition, placing it among the established Italian city marathons. The race's notable start is in Piazza del Duomo, beside Florence's cathedral, before proceeding onto city streets. FI496 organizes the event, with Fabio Burchi listed as the contact.

Maratona di Pisa

The Maratona di Pisa is a winter road race held in Pisa, Tuscany. Its main event is the full 42.195 km marathon, accompanied by a half marathon, the Pisanina, on the same program. It takes place on the third Sunday of December, beginning in front of Piazza Daniele Manin, near the race village and a short distance from Piazza del Duomo. The marathon is a FIDAL-sanctioned event, with its course measured to AIMS-World Athletics and FIDAL standards, suitable for runners seeking an official road-marathon mark. The route is characterized as flat and fast, offering more than just a time trial on open roads. It winds through Pisa, showcasing its blend of art, history, riverfront, and surrounding natural areas. The marathon route extends towards the sea, then returns along the Arno River, concluding beneath the Leaning Tower. The Pisanina follows the marathon course before its turnaround point at 13 km, also finishing at the tower. Additional shorter, Christmas-themed runs are also part of the weekend, including a city run along the Arno and a 4-mile Family Run, broadening the event beyond just the marathon.

Maratona e Mezza Maratona di Pisa

The Pisa Marathon and Half Marathon is a road race held in Pisa, offering both a full marathon and a half marathon. Scheduled for December, this marks the twenty-seventh edition, indicating it is a well-established event. The event page does not provide a detailed street-by-street route but confirms the races are road events. Registration, results, media, and location details are managed via ENDU, a platform utilized by athletes, organizers, timing companies, sports clubs, brands, and tourism organizations.

XXVII^ Maratona di Pisa

The Maratona di Pisa is a 42.195 km road marathon held in Pisa, Tuscany. Runners convene in the city for the full marathon, which crosses its central districts. The listed start time is midnight. PI427 organizes the race, with Sergio Costanzo as the responsible contact. The course winds through Pisa's most scenic areas, offering participants a city-focused marathon experience instead of a rural route. The event attracts an international field, drawing participants from outside Italy alongside local runners.

Marathon de Pise

The Marathon de Pise takes place in late December in Pisa, offering a full marathon, a half marathon, and a 4-mile Christmas Family Run. All races begin on Piazza Daniele Manin and conclude at the base of the Leaning Tower, making the city's iconic landmark the finish-line setting. The event embraces its Christmas timing, with the short family race designed as a festive run rather than a competitive long-distance challenge. The course winds through Pisa’s historic center, passing sites like via Santa Maria, Piazza dei Cavalieri, and the Arno river. Participants will see the city’s Romanesque cathedral, palazzi, churches, and ancient streets before heading back toward the tower. The variety of distances attracts marathoners, half-marathoners, families, and individuals seeking a shorter, quick run, with the Christmas Family Run noted by the organizer as an opportunity for personal bests.

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About Marathon races in Florence

Florence Training Notes

Florence hosts 11 Marathon races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.

Locals run the Arno when they want flat Z2 and easy bearings. The city centre gives you a short hit, and a roughly 3 mile route runs from Piazza di Santa Maria Novella past Ponte Vecchio, Ponte alle Grazie, the Uffizi, Piazza della Signoria, and Piazza del Duomo. Piazzale Michelangelo gives you the honest work, with those never ending feeling stairs and one dawn loop that ran a little over 4 miles with 233 feet of gain. Runners of Florence - ROF meets every Tuesday at 7:30 PM at YellowSquare Florence for 10 KM. Anchor races include Notturna di San Giovanni, XLII^ ESTRA Firenze Marathon, and 51° 100 Kilometri del Passatore.

Locals ride west through Cascine Park when the legs need easy base miles. The city centre rides fine, but the real work starts on the edges. Giro di Fiesole heads north to a village 10 km from Florence, and Via San Domenico still has that 2013 Worlds feel. Impruneta points you toward the northern part of Chianti, while Giro di San Casciano, Greve in Chianti, Monte Senario Convent, Consuma Pass, and Vallombrosa give you proper climbing days. ASD VeloClub Florence By Bike, ASD Mugello Toscana Bike, Toscana CRIT, Rouleur Cycling Team, Toscana Factory Team, and Badia Cycling Club keep the group scene moving. Anchor rides and races include Chianti Classico Gran Fondo, L’Eroica, Strade Bianche, and 51° 100 Kilometri del Passatore.

April to October gives Florence its best training window. Spring gives runners clean interval nights along the Arno and cyclists steady Z2 through Fiesole, Impruneta, and Chianti. Summer gets hot, and average highs sit around 30°C, so locals go early, ride longer toward Vallombrosa Forest, or use the Cascine Park shade when the plan is easy. Vallombrosa Forest sits 15 degrees cooler than Florence, which makes it a real summer escape. Winter brings cool, damp mornings, and November can still give runs with temperatures in the mid 40s. 5 days drop below freezing, so both runners and riders keep the kit simple and the efforts controlled.