Semi-marathon de Busko 2026

Looking for an exceptional start to one of Poland's sunniest spa towns? The Busko Marathon in Busko-Zdrój (Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship) is the ideal combination of athletic competition and a relaxing weekend focused on health and beauty. The 21.097 km course winds through the green and picturesque alleys of the impressive Spa Park, modern spa areas, and peaceful roads on the outskirts of the Ponidzie region. The course profile is relatively flat, favoring good results, while the clean air with its specific microclimate makes the run particularly pleasant. Busko-Zdrój is easily accessible by car, especially from Kielce, Krakow, Tarnów, or Rzeszów. After crossing the finish line and receiving your souvenir medal, Busko-Zdrój and its surroundings offer excellent conditions for recovery and rest. Highlights include inhalations at the brine graduation tower, one of the most modern and largest of its kind in Poland, offering a beneficial iodine and bromine-rich brine inhalation for tired respiratory tracts. Enjoy a walk in the Spa Park and visit the Marconi Sanatorium, a 19th-century park with ancient trees and neoclassical architecture, where you can taste the famous Busko therapeutic mineral waters. Discover the unique natural monument 'Pine on Stilts' in Wełecz, a few minutes' drive from Busko, where a Scots pine's exposed root system makes it appear to stand on stilts, offering a photogenic spot for a souvenir photo. For recovery, savor the flavors of Świętokrzyskie with traditional sourdough zalewajka, crispy potato pancakes, and dishes featuring Korczyn beans, complemented by a glass of fresh Busko mineral water. Take a deep breath, feel the spa atmosphere of Ponidzie, and achieve an excellent time at the Busko Marathon.