Czech Republic – your next running destination

Keep up your sports spirits and plan ahead new running season together with RunCzech!

Launched over a year ago the Runczech Running League today offers 7 races in 5 enchanting cities of the Czech Republic, giving a unique opportunity to combine two great loves – running and travelling. Choose one of the big races in the historical Prague or escape the hassle and bustle of the city by joining one of the regional runs outside the capital.

Hervis Prague Half Marathon 6 April, 2013 (IAAF Road Race Gold Label) is the largest RunCzech race and the fastest half marathon in the world so far (Atsedu Tsegay, 58:47 in 2012). 12 000 runners are expected to flood the streets of Prague in early April willing to complete a flat and fast course that allows to enjoy some of the famous Prague’s sites: Rudolfinum Concert Hall, Charles Bridge, National Theatre, Prague Castle, Jewish Courter and others.

Launched in 1995 the Volkswagen Prague Marathon (12 May, 2013) was the first race to be organized in the beautiful Czech capital Prague. Starting with 950 runners today the Marathon, awarded with the IAAF Road Race Gold Label, attracts over 9 000 athletes and counts it’s 19^th edition. Beginning in the Old Town Square right under the famous Astronomical Clock the race course crosses the Charles Bridge – arguably the most beautiful Gothic bridge in the world, and leads throughout the different neighbourhoods of the historical city.

Mattoni  Prague Grand Prix (7 September, 2013) adds a whole different sensation to running in Prague. Taking place early September Prague Grand Prix offers runner friendly weather conditions as well as a unique opportunity to run at night through the illuminated streets of the city. Distances vary from 5 (for women only) to 10 kilometres (open for men and women) making the race manageable for everyone despite age and fitness abilities. And you don’t have to chase for the best time to make your run significant – Prague completes the experience!

As beautiful as it is, but Czech capital isn’t the only running destination in the Czech Republic. The Runczech organizing team invites you to explore other scenic regions of the country. In running shoes of course!

The first edition of Karlovy Vary Half Marathon (25 May, 2013) will be held in the famous West Bohemian Spa resort. Exquisite architecture and breathtaking surroundings where enjoyed by such artists as Goethe, Beethoven, Mozart. Check out this beautiful Czech resort for yourself. And remember – a good race deserves a good rest…

České Budějovice Half Marathon (8 June, 2013), held in South Bohemian metropolis, the race is famous for being a home of the world renowned Budweiser Beer. How much more Czech can you get? The Half Marathon course starts and finishes right in the heart of the town and leads along the valley giving a chance to admire both –Baroque architecture and green landscapes. Being only an hour drive from Germany České Budějovice might be a starting point of your active weekend…

The 4^th Olomouc Half Marathon (22 June, 2013) held in Czech Moravia is a perfect way to spice up your holiday with family and friends. Choose the full half marathon course,  make competitors sweat in a Relay or take part in a Family Run and enjoy the Baroque town of Olomouc, famed for its numerous churches, unique astronomical clock, UNESCO Holy Trinity Column and other  attractive sites in Olomouc region.

Those runners who enjoy a bit more urban feeling of the race, Ústí Half Marathon (15 September, 2013) just might do the trick. The course leads alongside the river Elbe opening a view to impressive rock formations, Strekov castle and then crosses the area of a chemical factory which is a perfect example of industrial architecture of the First Republic. Approximately 3000 runners are expected to cross the start line early September at the 3rd Usti Half Marathon.

For registration and more information visit www.RunCzech.com

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