Half Marathon races near Otwock

The Janusz Kusociński Half Marathon is a certified 21.0975 km road race in Mazowieckie, Poland. The course begins in Błonie and concludes in Borzęcin Duży. This point-to-point half marathon follows a flat asphalt path, suitable for runners seeking a consistent pace over a technical course. The race commences on Lesznowolska Street in Błonie and concludes on Jana III Sobieskiego Street in Borzęcin Duży. It commemorates Janusz Kusociński, a Polish Olympic champion and distinguished distance runner. Aid and hydration stations will be situated along the route, and participants who finish will receive a recovery pack and a commemorative medal.

V Półmaraton Otwocki is an autumn running event in Otwock, near Warsaw, featuring a main race over the half marathon distance. The routes utilize paths within Mazowiecki Landscape Park, focusing on forest running instead of city streets. The event also offers a 5 km run, Nordic Walking, and children’s races ranging from 150 m to 1500 m. The race is organized by GJK in Otwock and attracts a diverse group of participants: half marathon runners, participants in shorter races, families with children, and individuals who prefer Nordic Walking. Children can participate without charge, while adults register online and pay the organizer directly or via the Gepard platform. Certain events have participation limits, giving it the character of a local forest race day with multiple start groups rather than a single, large road race.