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Nike T-shirt -race T-shirt19. May
The unique race T-shirt for the 23rd Nike Budapest Half Marathon is ready. The price is 13€ which you can pay together with your registration or buy on the spot until stock lasts. It is worth buying the T-shirt, a beautiful souvenir from the race, in time so that you surely have the right size which is needed!
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You can still register at a favourable price!19. May
Come and register to the 23 Nike Budapest Half Marathon. The registration fee is the most favourable until 30 June. Entry fees:
- Half marathon: 30€
- Half marathon in pair 50€/group
The registration fee does not contain T-shirt. You can buy it additionally!
« To top of page »Only 4 months away01. May
The 23rd Nike Budapest Half Marathon is only 4 months away. The 7th of September will see the start of this fantastic race in the middle of Europe with 6000 participants.
Come, and experience Hungarian hospitality with a race course leading through parts of Budapest that are part of the World Heritage!
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2nd BSI-Balaton Supermarathon01. May
- Date: 19-21 March 2009
- A fantastic race around the lake Balaton!
- Almost 200 km!
- Run individually or in a team in 4 days!
- An unforgettable experience, read about this year's results and achievements here!
- Come and check the photos and the film of this years' race here!
Music on the Course01. May
Musicians on the course will help the runners both on the half marathon and on the marathon to conquer the selected. The drums of Samba Batucada will cheer you at the start and welcome you at the finish and in between there will be several bands at numerous stations playing various types of music, among them Hungarian national music and Indian blues band.
« To top of page »Runners Banquet Dinner on a boat on the Danube11. September 2007
The official closing event for foreign runners! The boat departs from the centre of Budapest and makes a two-hour round trip in the city. While you are enchanted by the illuminated sights delicious, traditional Hungarian dishes and drinks will be served. With the commentary of the underguides the Blue Danube tells you legendary stories about the city. Join other international runners for a cruise in the fabulous nightlight and try great Hungarian food &drinks.
This is a closing party of Budapest Marathon/Half Marathon, only runners and their companions can take part in this program.
- Departs: on Sunday, 8 pm
- Duration: approx. 2 hours
Nike Budapest Half Marathon Logo01. March
The logo of the Nike Budapest International Half Marathon is ready.
This is what it will look like.
It will also be printed on the Nike Dri Fit T-shirt. This can be bought as a souvenir of the race for € 12 either upon registration or at the race centre
« To top of page »Medals01. March
For both races a unique medal will be prepared, included in the registration fee. Check out the medals of the past years here.
In 2008 a similar one will be waiting for you at the finish line!
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Relax after the race01. March
Both after the Nike Half Marathon and the Plus Marathon you will have the chance to relax in one of the most famous baths of Budapest, the Szechenyi Bath.
The entry fee is included in the registration!
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Did you know? (interesting things about Budapest)01. March
Andrássy Street
Even though Andrássy Street, which has been part of the World Heritage since 2002, is divided into three parts, it still shows a unique architectural unit. The reason for this is that it was built in less than a decade. One of the most valuable buildings on Andrassy Street is the Palace of the Hungarian National Opera. Along the street you can also find the old Music Academy, the old Art Gallery and the building of the Hungarian Academy of Fine Arts.
This street also has a treasure that is not visible on the surface: the millennium underground. It also stops at Hero's Square where Andrassy Street ends.
Come and run along this uniquely beautiful street! Register for the race and during the first few kilometres you can enjoy the sight of these buildings.
« To top of page »Underguide offer01. March
budapestUNDERGUIDE - the official travel service provider of Budapest Marathon and Half Marathon 2007&2008
NEWS: Come and enjoy the Marathon & Half Marathon Bar!
Some people say running is simply a sport. For others, it's a must. Some runners come to the race for the challenge, others say that taking part is the most important thing. We believe that races are also about getting together, about the feeling of sharing a passion and good moments by meeting other 'fun runners. This is the reason why we decided to choose a good bar that is well located downtown, close to the race centre and to most of the hotels and to convert it into the official 'Marathon & Half Marathon Bar' for the race weekends!
Come and join us and chat with other runners, look at the pictures of various races, contact us if you want to show your own photos, come to exchange your T-shirts, drop in for a morning coffee, ask our underguides in the bar for any information and advice you may need about Budapest, taste the real local drinks, toast your success, dance to the live DJ sets - come and feel good!
The Bar and our underguide are there for you all weekend! For the exact dates and times of looking at pictures, T-shirt exchange and special parties, check the Marathon website before the races or ask at our info-desk in the race centre.
Accommodation at the best locations:
the closest possible ones to the race centre & Classic packages
Airport and race transfers
City Discovery Programs before and after the race & during the race for non-running travelling companions:
TDinner on the Danube, wine tasting; sightseeing on foot -running -by bike -by boat, -by bus... ; Countryside activities; gastro insights', massages after the race, guided spa tours, caving programs, horseback riding and many other programs available on request! New (!): Program packages available for every lifestyle: beauty Day', sporty Pack' and more...
- Services for independent travellers and groups as well -
- Group Promotion: the best available entry fee deals for groups !! -
- Wide range of offers from 2 to 5 stars -
- Personal communication with our coordinators for each runner and companions -
- VIP and tailor made packages also available -
www.budapestmarathon.com
budapest.marathon@underguide.com
Online Registration31. January
A beautiful city in the heart of Europe with its great international running events, the 23rd Nike Budapest International Half Marathon (7 September 2008) and 23rd Plus Budapest International Marathon (5 October 2008) are waiting for you! Come, register here and be part of these fantastic events.
What we offer:
- fantastic fast and flat course with lots of entertainment and music
- historic city
- friendly people and atmosphere
- tailor-made services
Budapest - Photos31. January
Here you can take a look at Budapest and at our races in 2007!
Just a click and you can enjoy the fascinating sights of the city and the attractive atmosphere of the races.
International Press31. January
Representatives of several international magazines came to see the Plus Budapest Marathon in 2007.
Read the articles and the opinion of the writers here!
« To top of page »Accomodation and Programme31. January
budapestUNDERGUIDE - the official travel service provider of Budapest Marathon and Half Marathon 2007&2008
Dear friends, former and future travellers,
After the very successful races in 2007 and all the nice feedback from you about the hotels, events and travel services we provided for you, we are happy to announce that on behalf of the race organiser we will be here again for you during the races in 2008 to make your stay even more enjoyable! The travel services we offer you in 2008 are tailored to the needs of the runners and their companions just like last year, but the range of programs and hotels will be even wider! The complete program and the booking form will soon be available on the marathon website but we will be happy to answer your travel related questions even before the publishing.
Accommodations at the best locations:
- the closest possible ones to the race centre or downtown, green belt apartments and hotels
- Classic packages and special Youth Offers
Airport and race transfers
City Discovery Programs before and after the race & during the race for non-running travel mates: The traditional closing event of the races: Dinner on the Danube, wine tasting; sightseeing on foot -running -by bike -by boat, -by bus... ; Countryside activities; gastro insights', massages after the race, guided spa tours, caving programs, horseback riding and many other programs available on request! New (!): Program packages available for every lifestyle: beauty Day', sporty Pack' and more...
- Services for independent travellers and groups as well
- Group Promotion: the best available entry fee deals for groups !!
- Wide range of offers from 2 to 5 stars
- Personal communication with our coordinators for each runner and companions
- VIP and tailor made packages also available
www.budapestmarathon.com
budapest.marathon@underguide.com
« To top of page »Online registration is open29. October 2007
You can now register online for the 23rd Nike Budapest Half Marathon which will be held on 7 September 2008. Come and join us on one of the largest half marathons of Central Europe. The course is fast and flat leading through the city center making running a real sight seeing! Last year there were more than 5600 runners from 51 countries. The distance can also be run in pairs 13+8 km. Don't miss the opportunity, come and see Budapest, register here!
« To top of page »22nd Nike Budapest International Half Marathon - International Feedback11. September 2007
The race report of the 22nd Nike Budapest International Half Marathon was published on several internet web-pages. Click on the pages below to see where you can read about us!
- Denmark - Denmark i Lob
http://www.dourun.com/visdata.asp?id=1232 - Ausztria: Top Times
http://www.toptimes.at/cms/event/aktuell/index.html?id=1804 - Germany: Runners' World
http://www.runnersworld.de/news/laufevents/22_budapester_halbmarathon_/... - Hungary: Origo XpatLoop
http://xpatloop.com/news/race_report_22nd_nike_budapest_half_marathon_...
We hope that the report and the pictures won you approval and you will come (back) to Budapest to see this wonderful race in 2008!
« To top of page »Race Report04. September 2007
A fantastic race in the history of the Nike Budapest Half Marathons!
More than 5600 runners from 51 countries registered for the 21 kilometre race, and more than 400 pairs in the relay run. There were more than 1000 participants from 50 different countries! Taking into consideration also the Fun Run there were almost 7 000 runners on the course in Budapest yesterday! Most overseas runners came from the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, France, Holland, Finland, Spain and Sweden.
Next year the 23rd Nike Budapest Half Marathon will be held on 7 September 2008!
« To top of page »Photos are already available on the website04. September 2007
Have you run the Nike Half marathon individually or in pairs or the Fun Run? Have you already seen the fantastic pictures? You can take a look at the photos on our website taken during the 22nd Nike Budapest International Half marathon in the City Park and on the course. Browse among the pictures here in case you are also there!
« To top of page »Result list available04. September 2007
Have you seen it? The first, information result list of the 22nd Nike Budapest International Half Marathon is already available on our website! Take a look at the results; look for your friends, relatives, running partners here! Congratulations to all finishers!
« To top of page »Online Registration Closed27. August 2007
Online registration for the 22nd Nike Budapest International Half Marathon is closed now! You can still register for the race on the spot on 1st and 2nd September in the race centre in the Szechenyi Bath. Registration fee is €45.
« To top of page »Number of Overseas Runners26. August 2007
So far there are more than 800 overseas runners in the 22nd Nike Budapest International Half Marathon! They will be joining a crowd of almost 4000 Hungarian runners whose number is still expected to rise until the end of the week. Overall more than 6000 runners will occupy the streets of Budapest on 2 September in Hungary's largest half marathon!
« To top of page »Half Marathon Medal26. August 2007
Individual half marathon runners will receive this unique medal after accomplishing the distance of 21 097 meters. There will also be the possibility of having the medal engraved after the race at the finish area.
« To top of page »Music on the Course26. August 2007
To help runners conquer the distance of the half marathon there will be several musicians on the course. The drums of Samba Batucada will cheer you at the start and welcome you at the finish and in between there will be several bands at 11 stations playing various types of music, among them Hungarian national music and Indian blues band.
« To top of page »Underguide at the Half Marathon Race Centre26. August 2007
Underguide, the official travel agency of the Budapest Half Marathon will be present at the race centre on 1 and 2 September. It will still be possible to join the programmes on the spot like Budapest sightseeing, runners' banquet on the Danube, wine tasting and massage after the race. Do not miss the opportunity of registering for one of them if you have not done so already!
« To top of page »22nd Nike Budapest Half Marathon 200719. August 2007
Online registration for the 22nd Nike Budapest Half Marathon is open only until 26th August. Don't miss the last chance, register online!
« To top of page »New Course Map19. August 2007
Due to roadworks in Budapest, the course of the Nike Half Marathon has been altered a little. Take a look at the map, leading you through the most beautiful parts of the city!
« To top of page »Interesting things about the 22nd Nike Budapest Half Marathon 200719. August 2007
Some interesting statistics about our race this year: runners will be coming from 45 countries; among them from some far away countries like Australia, Brazil, Canada, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand and South Africa. Impressive! The eldest runner on the 21 km race will be 77 years old, the youngest 19 years. However, in the relay team we shall be joined by an 82 year old runner, whereas the youngest runner will only be 10 years old!
« To top of page »Runners Banquet Dinner on a boat on the Danube19. August 2007
The official closing event for overseas runners! The boat departs from the centre of Budapest and makes a two-hour round trip in the city. While you are enchanted by the illuminated sights delicious, traditional Hungarian dishes and drinks will be served. With the commentary of the underguides the Blue Danube tells you legendary stories about the city. Join other international runners for a cruise in the fabulous nightlight and try great Hungarian food &drinks.
This is a closing party of Budapest Marathon/Half Marathon, only runners and their companions can take part in this program.
- Departs: on Sunday, 8 pm
- Duration: approx. 2 hours
- Price: €58 / person
22nd Nike Budapest International Half Marathon - 2nd September 200711. August 2007
The race day of the 22nd Nike Budapest International Half Marathon is approaching fast. There are less than 4 weeks until the start! Online registration is still open; do not miss the opportunity of taking part, register now!
« To top of page »Nike Budapest Half Marathon Guide11. August 2007
The guide to the race is already available online! Click here to view and download useful information about the race with details, maps and pictures of Budapest.
« To top of page »Nike T-shirt -race T-shirt11. August 2007
The unique race T-shirt for the 22nd Nike Budapest Half Marathon is ready. The price is 12€ which you can pay together with your registration or buy on the spot until stock lasts. It is worth buying the T-shirt, a beautiful souvenir from the race, in time so that you surely have the right size which is needed!
« To top of page »Participants of the 22nd Nike Budapest International Half Marathon11. August 2007
Just like in the previous years in 2007 the race will really be international. Most of the participants will be coming from Great Britain, but there will also be a great number of runners from Germany, Italy and France. Runners will also be coming from really far away countries such as Australia, Brazil, Canada and Japan. A real international atmosphere; don't miss it, come and see yourself!
« To top of page »GoLocal! Guided, non-touristic Budapest sightseeing11. August 2007
Half- or whole-day-long walking tours
Experience our real sights of local and hidden treasures in a non touristy Budapest sightseeing. While you spend a day/half day with an underguide, you will meet Local people and will have the town introduced to you by those who live and love it! Make sure you discover the off-the-beaten track districts, markets, restaurants, shops, bars, streets, buildings, parks, architecture and sport facilities, that the locals like the most!!
GoLocal days are always tailor-made, but here comes a tip on what you may use a half day for:
Hungarian market & delicates tour: Discover one of the most beautiful old markets in Europe. Make sure you find the real Hungarian specialities. During your tour, let your underguide show you the delicacies in Hungarian gastro-world. Have you ever eaten a Lángos, a Kolbász or a Turó-rudi? Have you tried the Unicum or the bodza refresher?
Available every day - in several languages - half or whole day long (half day duration: approximately 4 hours)
- Join a team of 4-5 travellers with an underguide:
15 Euro (half day) or 25 Euro (whole day) / person
Free under the age of 14
OR - Private with an underguide
64 Euro (half day) or 110 Euro (whole day) / team
Did you know (interesting things about Budapest)?11. August 2007
The Buda Castle Cave Hospital is now open to visitors
Rare natural phenomena and historical memories await the visitors in the rooms of the Secret Military Hospital and the air-raid shelter. The location of the caves - under the Buda Castle Hill - is unique in the world. The largest wax museum of Hungary welcomes tourists with a historical exhibition titled "From the Prehistoric Times to the Cold War".
The Buda Castle Cave Hospital was built towards the end of 1943; it was intended as an emergency surgery hospital capable of treating up to 200 patients at a time. The other parts of the cave system provided shelter for 4-6 thousand people in World War II. The area was classified as a secret object, under the Russian leadership it was going to be made into a nuclear air-raid shelter. The large exhibition - on over 2000 sq metres - is an adventurous journey into the past of the Buda Castle Hill, visitors discover the nowadays fortunately unknown world of war doctoring and military air raid shelters. History is brought to life by over 80 large, lifelike wax figures made by the latest wax working technology in the rooms of the Buda Caves and the former Hospital untouched since the 1960's.
« To top of page »Only two months until the race!10. July 2007
It is still not late to register to the 22nd Nike Budapest Half Marathon! Registration fee until 27 August is 35€. Register now, don't miss the opportunity of this fantastic race!
« To top of page »List of starters10. July 2007
We have set off the Startlist of starters on our website. Here you can find all the runners whose registrations have been completed and accepted by the Budapest Marathon Organisation. You can check whether all the data you have given to us are listed correctly. If you cannot find yourself in the list but you already registrated yourself at least one week before or if you find any wrong data, please contact us: budapest.run@t-online.hu
« To top of page »Accomodation, Programme Offer10. July 2007
Minibus city-circle sightseeing
Experience the beauty of Budapest with this budget city tour!
Have a small group, guided sightseeing, but enjoy the advantages of the city-circles!! Tours starts at the Opera house, then passing by the Parliament we cross the Danube on the Margaret bridge (Margaret Island) and drive to the Royal Castle on the Buda side, where we visit the Fisherman's Bastion and the Matthias Church (promenade) - after the Citadel (view and photo stop) we cross Elisabeth bridge and drive towards Heroes' Square (promenade) and the City Park. Passing by the St. Stephen's Basilica we reach the House of Opera again, where the tour ends.
Available in the requested language; (if 4 people gather)
- Dates: Fri-Sat-Mon
- Duration: approx. 1-2 hours
- Price: 22 € / person
Contact - Booking and Information
- www.budapestmarathon.com
- e-mail: budapest.marathon@underguide.com
- fax: +36.1.225.06.32
Did you know (up-to-date things about Budapest)?10. July 2007
Sziget Festival
The Sziget Festival celebrates its 15th anniversary with the widest musical choice and with an LGT concert on day zero. Besides the music on one of Europe's most popular pop music festivals there will of course be other programmes. Theatre, dance, classical music, cabaret, performance, film presentations, fine arts, handicraft, literary presentations, children, sport and free time programmes, that is everything which makes the Sziget unique even on an international level. The jubilee event - together with day zero - is open from 7 to 15 August. Presenters among others: Killers, Manu Chao, Pink, The Chemical Brothers, Faithless, Sinead O'Connor and others.
For more information click here: http://www.sziget.hu/festival_english
« To top of page »Did you know (up-to-date things about Budapest)?10. July 2007
Parliament
In 1902, after a mere 17 years of construction, Hungary presented itself with what was then the largest parliament building in the world. An architectural echo of the Houses of Parliament of London, this neo-Gothic edifice expressed the country's robust self-confidence at the beginning of the 20th century. In front of the Parliament there are several monuments to the nation's lost struggles: the wars for independence in 1703, 1848 and again in 1956. The Parliament also contains the crown jewels of Hungary - the Holy Crown and the Coronation Insignia, which were worn by Hungarian kings since the Middle Ages. At the end of WWII, these regalia were spirited out of the country and ended up in the United States, not to be returned until 1978.
Should you come to our race, you will be able to observe this gorgeus building from all sides; your will run exactly beside the Parliament but will also see it from the other side of the Danube. Don't miss this opportunity!
« To top of page »Registration - LAST MINUTE!17. June 2007
You can still register at the most favourable price to the 22nd Nike Budapest Half Marathon. If you register until the end of the month you can still run for 30€ in the heart of Europe. Come and don't miss this opportunity! Registration.
« To top of page »Race Course17. June 2007
The race course for the 22nd Nike Budapest Half Marathon is ready. It leads through the most beautiful parts of the city, you can see it here.
« To top of page »Accomodation, Programme Offer17. June 2007
Budapest Marathon and Half Marathon Travel Services
Full range of travel services conforming to the needs of runners, for runners and their companions only. Great Travel Deals for the race week.
- Accommodation
stay at the best locations: lodging facilities near the race centre or downtown and green belt apartments and hotels with transfer to and from the race. Classic marathon and half marathon packages and special Youth Offers available. - Airport transfer
- Programs before and after the race
Dinner on the Danube, wine tasting; sightseeing & city discovery; Countryside activities; More programs and tailor made travel services upon request. - Services for independent travellers and groups as well
- Wide range of offers from 2 to 5 stars
- Personal communication with our coordinators for each runner and companions
- VIP and tailor made packages also available
Running Races in Hungary 17. June 2007
Kékes Peak Race
This year we organise the yubilee Kekes Peak Race on 16th June for the 10th time. The race is 11,6 km with 671 meters difference in level. At the end of the not everyday achievement finishers can touch the stone representing the highest peak of Hungary at 1014 meters. The course is leading upwards except for less than 200 meters; the last 3 kilometres are expressly difficult. The big summer heat, the almost 28 degrees did not make the task of the runners easier. This year a record number ... runners registered to this race!
« To top of page »Did you know (interesting things about Budapest)?17. June 2007
Yellow trams in Budapest
Did you know that the trams in Budapest are yellow? The fans of Budapest public transport take it as a fact that the trams in Budapest are yellow, or rather yellow at the bottom, white at the top with a brown stripe separating these. The shade of the colour of the trams has changed during the years but with their yellow colour they are still a characteristic feature of Budapest.
Did you know (up-to-date things about Budapest)?17. June 2007
BudaFest Summer Music Festival (4 July - 19 August)
This year this grand series of events is organised for the 16th occasion with 25 colourful programmes during July and August. The festival binding together the high-niveau cultural programmes in the Hungarian State Opera, in the Buda Castle and on the Saint Stephan Square has become one of the most renown summer cultural series of events in Europe. One of the scenes of the event, the Hungarian State Opera situated on Andrassy Street, can be seen from close up during running if you come and join us on our race! Regsitration.
« To top of page »You can still register at a favourable price!04. June 2007
Come and register to the 22 Nike Budapest Half Marathon. The registration fee is the most favourable until 30 June. Entry fees:
- Half marathon: 30€
- Half marathon in pair 50€/group
The registration fee does not contain T-shirt. You can buy it additionally!
Register here: http://www.budapestmarathon.com/eng/half/regist.html
« To top of page »Runners Banquet Dinner on a boat on the Danube04. June 2007
The official closing event for foreign runners! The boat departs from the centre of Budapest and makes a two-hour round trip in the city. While you are enchanted by the illuminated sights delicious, traditional Hungarian dishes and drinks will be served. With the commentary of the underguides the Blue Danube tells you legendary stories about the city. Join other international runners for a cruise in the fabulous nightlight and try great Hungarian food &drinks.
This is a closing party of Budapest Marathon/Half Marathon, only runners and their companions can take part in this program.
For more information please contact budapest.marathon@underguide.com
« To top of page »Did you know? (interesting things about Budapest)04. June 2007
Andrássy Street
Even though Andrássy Street that has been part of the World Heritage since 2002, is divided into three parts, it still shows a unique architectural unit. The reason for this is that it was built in less than a decade. One of the most valuable buildings of Andrassy Street is the Palace of the Hungarian National Opera. Along the street you can also find the old Music Academy, the old Art Gallery and the building of the Hungarian Academy of Fine Arts.
The street also has a treasure that is not visible on the surface: the millennium underground. It also stops at Hero's Square where Andrassy Street ends.
Come and run along this uniquely beautiful street! Register to the race and on the first few kilometres you can enjoy the sight of these buildings.
Register here: http://www.budapestmarathon.com/eng/half/regist.html
« To top of page »Did you know? (up-to-date things about Budapest)04. June 2007
Equestrian June Festival
This year the Equestrian June Festival, Festival of the Light of Budapest and Jurta Festival will be organised in Budapest for the 8th time. During the 3-day-long festival those interested can get acquainted with the ancient Hungarian culture, presentations of craftsmen, jurta camps, fire-riders show, equestrian competitions, Hungarian national folklore concerts and ancient Hungarian food.
For more pictures: http://www.nlmt.hu/index.php?menu=2&id=23&lang=hu
« To top of page »A pleasant finish after the marathon/half marathon27. April 2007
If you register either to the marathon or the half marathon then your registration fee contains an entry ticket to the Szechenyi Bath. Budapest got the name of City of Spas in the 1930s as the capital owing the most healing thermal springs in the world. Come and after a successful race see for yourself one of the most beautiful baths of Budapest! The race centre can also be found here!
« To top of page »Running Events in Budapest27. April 2007
Budapest hosts a number of running events in the running season from the spring until the autumn. Our first running event was the city protecting Vivicitta, which we call this way because our objective is to show beautiful historic buildings and parts of the city, which we should protect. This year the race organised on 22 April on the day of the Earth was completed with a participation record, all together there were 10.600 runners of one of the running distances (12,5 km, 6,5 km 3,5 km) and on the walking distance.
« To top of page »Did you know (up-to date things about Budapest)?27. April 2007
This year on 18 June the Bridge Festival will be organised for the eighth time on the Chain Bridge, in the Tunnel, on the Clark Adam Square and on the Roosevelt Square. The bridge celebrating its 134th birthday this year is one of the most splendid constructions of Europe. The bridge's anniversary is celebrated once a year and the residents of the city are entertained on different cultural programmes. The Chain Bridge is one of the most beautiful symbols of Budapest, which not only connects Pest with Buda but also the past with the present. If you come and run with us you can cross this fabulous bridge!
« To top of page »Did you know (interesting things about Budapest)?27. April 2007
Buda Castle
After the Mongol invasion in Hungary IV Bela king decided to build a castle, which withstands the barbaric attacks. By the end of the 12th century the surroundings of the castle became an important settlement. For decades it served as temporary quarters of Hungarian kings. In the XIV century the castle was occupied by the Ottomans and was reconquerred only in the XVII century. The most beautiful parts of the Castle are the King's Palace, the Fishermen's Bastion and the Mathias Church. You can see them when you run cross the Chain Bridge or when you run along the bank of the Danube on the Pest side!
Introduction of Budapest Marathon on film!02. April 2007
Would you like to see the Budapest Marathon? Or Budapest? Or the runners? Click here and you can choose from several films, which were made during the races in Budapest. Those interested can download films also of other races. To view the films click here!
« To top of page »This is how journalists see Budapest Marathon02. April 2007
Journalists of international running magazines visit Budapest Marathon almost every year. They often run the race itself but take part anyway as viewers and also see the city as tourists. They write articles about the event based on their experiences. Are you curious to see what they write? You can read it here for years back.
« To top of page »Accommodation and programme offers already on the site02. April 2007
The offer of our travel agency partner, Underguide, can already be found on our website. Choose from our accommodation and programme offers or from our packages containing both. Choice is facilitated with beautiful pictures accompanying the offers. If you come to like any of our offers, please contact Underguide: budapest.marathon@underguide.com. To view the offers click here!
« To top of page »The start list can already be found on our website02. April 2007
Have you registered to the Budapest Marathon? If yes, check your registration on the start list on our website.
Have you not registered yet? Don't worry, it is not late yet, click here and register to the 2007 Budapest Marathon! So far the most number of foreigners came from the United Kingdom.
« To top of page »Apply to the 22nd Budapest Half-Marathon!27. February 2007
Apply on-line to the 2007 Nike Budapest International Half-Marathon! On the website you can choose of two on-line registration systems (Davengo and Sportpayment) to apply secure and quick to the race, where more than 35 countries' participants will arrive. In the past few years besides the Hungarian runners, the English were the second largest number of runners, followed by Dutch, German, French, Italian and Finnish participants.
Run your first half-marathon in one of the most beautiful capitals of Europe.
Look at last years' photos at our website. Browse among thousands of pictures! You may find yourself or a friend of yours. Click here.
« To top of page »Accommodations and programmes27. February 2007
Reserve accommodation and programmes through our travel agency partner, Budapest Underguide. The agency staff offers you full rage of high quality tailor-made services. Their list of offers will be shortly available on our website. In the meantime they are willing to receive your enquiries at budapest.marathon@underguide.com.
« To top of page »Report of the 21st Nike Budapest Half Marathon04. September 2006
There were more than 6000 participants - among about 1000 foreign runners - in 21 Nike Budapest Half Marathon on 3rd September. A very sunny morning greeted the runners from all around the world, among them Ferenc Gyurcsány the Prime Minister of Hungary.
'It was an unbelievable start' - lots of people said after the race. At 10 o'clock with the rhythm of the Samba Batucada Band the runners started their 8 minutes start in the City Park (Városliget). After running through the Heroes' Square, the crowd rolled to Andrássy Street. The sportsmen - men and women, young and old, Hungarians and foreigners - could admire the beauties of the Hungarian capital for 2.5 hours and proved that a route of 21.097,5 meter is a distance that can be conquered. At 10.15 there was another start for the Nike-Fun-Run (3,5 km). The relatives of the half-marathon runners, children and those who prefer the shorter distances took part in this race.
Results:
In the half marathon race Barnabás Bene (HUN) was the winner among men with the result of 1:06:32, Tamás Tóth (HUN) the second with 1:06:54 and Jackton Odhiambo Wasiema (KEN) became the third with 1:07:06.
Anikó Kálovics (HUN) was the best female runner with 1:10:46. She was followed by Simona Staicu (HUN) (1:12:08) and Beáta Rakonczai (HUN) (1:14:22).
The hot and hazy weather made the distance even harder that is why no wonder why the Hungarian prime Minister, Ferenc Gyurcsány said right after the race: 'The last 6 kilometres were extremely hard. But only one thing matters: I have managed to do it.
'After the race hundreds of runners and their relatives enjoyed the late summer sunshine and analysed the details of the race.
Our next race is on 9th September: 11th K&H Night Run. Everybody is welcome to run with us in a special run in Budapest with night-lights.
The most foreign runners (250) came from Great Britain. The second largest group was the Dutch - with 200 people. From Germany 100 people arrived to participate in the race. There were runners from far countries such as Panama, Sierra Leone and Malaysia.
The best foreign runners:
Men
Women
Unique Half Marathon medal29. August 2006
Every individual half marathon runner who finishes the 21K race will receive this unique Half Marathon medal. There will be engraving service at the finish area. You can engrave your name and time into the medal for 800 Ft or 3 €.
« To top of page »Nike DRI-FIT T-shirt28. August 2006
We would like to inform our runners that we have run out of Small (size: S) Nike DRI-FIT T-shirt. We can guarantee it only for those runners who had already paid for it before 27th August.
« To top of page »Sound of music on the Nike Budapest Half Marathon24. August 2006
More then 16 street musicians will help runners in winning the distance on the 21st Nike Budapest Half Marathon. Different music - different rythm - different mood almost at each kilometer. Open your ears when you run, melody will help you when you feel tired.
« To top of page »Running for charity on the Budapest Half Marathon21. August 2006
7 runners will run for the Vasculitis Foundation on the Budapest Half Marathon. They all are representing their company, The Capital Group Companies, headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The team members are Linda Toth, Paul Catherwood, Christine Steele, Heidi Novaes, Richard Bridges. Representing self, but part of our team: Haidi Kordic, and Johnny Lai.
Vasculitis Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support to patients with Wegener's Granulomatosis and other types of vasculitis (inflammation of the blood vessels). The group supports research into the cause and cure of these rare autoimmune disorders and aims to raise awareness in the general public and the medical community about WG and vasculitis, with the goal of earlier, more accurate diagnoses. While based in St. Louis, MO, the foundation has members in 45 countries. More information: http://www.vasculitisfoundation.org/
Nike DRI-FIT T-shirt18. August 2006
We would like to inform our runners that we have run out of ExtraLarge (size: XL) Nike DRI-FIT T-shirt. We can guarantee it only for those runners who had already paid for it before 29th July.
« To top of page »Download half marathon guide14. August 2006
We are glad to inform our runners that the Budapest Half Marathon guide is available in English and German on our website. You can dowload it here: http://www.budapestmarathon.com/guide/half_eng_06.pdf.
All runners will have printed guide at the race centre together with the start bag. Please read the guide carefully as it contains important information about the race.
Have a good time for the reading.
Charity on the half marathon05. August 2006
Sarah and Jonathan Leeson are running in the Budapest Half Marathon for the first time this year. Sarah and Jon originally come from the UK and have been living in Budapest for nearly a year now, where they are both working. They are looking forward to the opportunity to run through the city and compete in the event. They can often be seen running around Margaret Island with their Border Collie dog with them, or running through the woods up in Obuda.
Sarah and Jon will be raising money for the Anthony Nolan Trust, a UK Leukaemia charity which provides lifesaving donors for patients in need of a bone marrow transplant. If you would like to sponsor Sarah and Jon for their run and donate money towards the Anthony Nolan Trust, you can do so on-line via http://www.justgiving.com/BudapestLeeson
More than 700 foreign runners on the half marathon05. August 2006
The 700th foreign runner has registered for the 21st Nike Budapest Half Marathon. You can still register till the race. The on-line registration is open till 27th August. Entry fee is 35 €/person if you pay it before that date. We accept registratoins at the spot (on 2nd and 3rd September) for 45 €/person.
« To top of page »British in the leading group05. August 2006
More than 200 British runners have registered for this year half marathon. British have surpassed themselves. they were the second largest nation among the participants behind Hungarian runners last year. This is the same now. Dutch are at the third place, they were the seconds last year.
« To top of page »List of starters15. June 2006
We have set off the Startlist of starters on our website. Here you can find all the runners whose registrations have been completed and accepted by the Budapest Marathon Organisation. You can check whether all the data you have given to us are listed correctly. If you cannot find yourself in the list but you already registrated yourself at least one week before or if you find any wrong data, please contact us: budapest.run@t-online.hu
« To top of page »Photos in our website15. June 2006
Are you interested in our race Pictures? You can find hundreds of photos on our website. You can browse the pictures and find good photos of yourself or of your friends. We wish you an amusing browse.
« To top of page »Running magazines of Budapest Marathon and Half Marathon15. June 2006
In the last years more and more journalists came from all over the world to Budapest representing international running magazines. If you want to see the races with their eyes and have independent opinions read their articles. You can find them by clicking on International Press. Here you can also find articles of previous years.
« To top of page »Congratulations to our winners!15. June 2006
We congratulate to our winners Hugo Schwarz and Andera Windholz who took part in our special offer in the expo in Vienna. Mr Schwarz won accommodation of three nights for two persons in Hotel Ibis Váci út and a free entry for the Budapest Marathon. Ms Windholz won accommodation of three nights for two persons in Hotel Ibis Váci út and a free entry for the Budapest Half Marathon.
We congratulate to our winners Scott Bradridge and Michael Tallent who took part in our special offer in the expo in London. Mr Bradridge won accommodation of three nights for two persons in Hotel Ibis Váci út and a free entry for the Budapest Marathon. Mr Tallent won accommodation of three nights for two persons in Hotel Ibis Váci út and a free entry for the Budapest Half Marathon.
We congratulate to our winners Maria Hecker and Susanne Keucher who took part in our special offer in the expo in Berlin and Hamburg. Ms Hecker won accommodation of three nights for two persons in Hotel Ibis Váci út and a free entry for the Budapest Marathon. Ms Keucher won accommodation of three nights for two persons in Hotel Ibis Váci út and a free entry for the Budapest Half Marathon.
« To top of page »It is still not late to register for the Budapest Half Marathon!15. June 2006
Please do not forget that the first expiry date of the entry for the Budapest Half Marathon is 30th June (30 €). If you register after this date you have to pay 35 €.
« To top of page »The unique Nike dri-fit running strip is already available15. June 2006
You can already buy the limited edition unique Nike dri-fit running strip with the logo of the race on it. It costs 20 €. Fill in the order form below and then send it to our fax: 00-36-1-273-0936.
« To top of page »Growing number of visitors on our web-site15. June 2006
We are gladly informing you that comparing to last year the number of visitations of our web site (www.budapestmarathon.com) grew with 25% this may. We hope that this rate will grow constantly as we develop our site. We encourage you to browse the site: you can find not only information about our races but you can see our short films about the Budapest Marathon and Budapest Half Marathon. Previous races can be also seen in Web TV.
« To top of page »The Budapest Marathon at marathon expos01. May 2006
The Budapest Marathon has traveled to the Berlin Half-Marathon, the Hambug Marathon and the London Marathon expos. It still isn't too late if you haven't met us there, you can catch us on may 5-6th at the Vienna Marathon expo. All visitors are welcome at our booth.
« To top of page »Budapest Marathon newsletter01. May 2006
We have already sent out the first edition of the Budapest Marathon newsletter, which we would like to send to our old and new runners every two months. Would you also like to recieve a copy? You can sign up to our mailing list here: Subscribe.
« To top of page »Times of old01. May 2006
Have you ran on one of our races? Has one of your friends or relatives participated on a Budapest Marathon of Half-marathon? If they have finished the race, you will find their finishing times by clicking on the Results link. Thousands of finishing times going years back are all waiting for you. You can browse results sorted by name, time, country etc.
« To top of page »Get to know the race through pictures!01. May 2006
All the photos taken at all races during the past few years may be found at the link to Photos, later they will be moved to the media corner. Try to find yourself, your friends, relatives or simply take a look at the city.
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