See the Countryside While Participating in Italy Half Marathons

Located on the Mediterranean Coastline of Europe is a vast and romantic country named Italy. A staple of Western civilization, its rich tradition has helped to shape Western culture. In the midst of Italy, is Rome, home to the Vatican, as well as many ancient artifacts and ruins. Italy is known for a vast number of historically significant reasons including Michelangelo's "David" and Venice, a city comprised completely of canal waterways. It is also considered the fashion capital and a ... Continue Reading

Lake Maggiore Half Marathon

Stresa , Italy

08 March, 2026

(4)

Starting at 25 EUR

Napoli City Half Marathon

Napoli , Italy

22 February, 2026

(18)

Starting at 40 EUR

Half-marathon Montecatini Terme

Montecatini Terme , Italy

25 January, 2026

Starting at 20 EUR

Mezza Maratona e 7Km di Mazara del Vallo

Mazara del Vallo , Italy

30 November, 2025

Starting at 10 EUR

Milano21 - Half Marathon & 10Km

Milano , Italy

23 November, 2025

4.5

(17)

Starting at 25 EUR

Garda Trentino Half Marathon

Riva del Garda , Italy

09 November, 2025

(16)

Starting at 12 EUR

Palermo International Half Marathon & 10K

Palermo , Italy

19 October, 2025

(4)

Starting at 25 EUR

Mezza Maratona dell’Isola del Giglio

Giglio Porto , Italy

12 October, 2025

Starting at 16 EUR

Pisa Half Marathon

Pisa , Italy

12 October, 2025

Starting at 10 EUR

Trento Half Marathon

Trento , Italy

05 October, 2025

Starting at 25 EUR

Guastalla Half Marathon

Guastalla , Italy

14 September, 2025

Starting at 15 EUR

Terrasini Half Marathon

Terrasini , Italy

03 May, 2026

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Things To Think About

When staying in Italy Wifi is still up and coming, so it might be difficult to use the internet. If you need it for work, contact your cell phone carrier to see what the rates are to use your phone as a "hotspot".

Public transportation is convenient, but it can also be tricky. Plan your route ahead of time, to see the spots you want without getting lost.

If the event you wish to run has a participant limit, register before making travel arrangements to avoid missing out.

Traveling to Italy can be extremely expensive, so watch out for travel deals to make it more affordable.

The winters in Italy can be cold, as can mountain runs, so be prepared by packing appropriately to enjoy race day!

Which Italy Half Marathon 2025 Inspires You?

Whether you are a novice athlete or a professional one, there are a great number of Italy half marathons 2025 events to participate in. For the flat and fast expert, the Napoli City Marathon is a spectacular choice. Race day is almost always balmy and beautiful, as is the waterfront of the Castel deli'Ovo that racers have as a backdrop. The Napoli City Half Marathon is quite arguably the best way to get a tourist's view of the city, because it passes the most famous sites of the city, while also viewing the Mediterranean coastline.

If wine country is your "thing," the Chianti Classico Half Marathon is the best route in the world. A more intimate affair, there are only about 1000 people who participate in it yearly. The half marathon has been around since the 70s and is one of Italy's shinning athletic competitions, and fun ones too!

And for the trailblazer, the EtnaTrail is the race to enter. Mount Etna is Europe's largest active volcano. Racing to and reaching the top, gives you a bird's eye view that is awe-inspiring. Whatever it is that inspires you can be found racing the terrain of Italy's cities or landscapes. Check out all the spectacular Italy half marathon 2025 events to find the one that you can aspire to cross the finish line. Make sure to register ahead of time, commit and start training today!

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Maratona di Pisa

4.5

(10)

Starting at 10 EUR

Garda Trentino Half Marathon

(16)

Starting at 12 EUR

Verona Run Marathon 42/21K and Family Run

4.5

(14)

Starting at 16 EUR

Palermo Marathon and Half Marathon

4.5

(10)

Starting at 25 EUR

Lake Maggiore Marathon

(5)

Starting at 25 EUR

Monza21 Half Marathon (& 30km, 10km, 5km run)

(1)

Starting at 15 EUR

Ravenna Marathon City of Art

(3)

Starting at 17 EUR

Palermo International Half Marathon & 10K

(4)

Starting at 25 EUR

Ecomaratona Chianti Classico

(2)

Starting at 15 EUR

Good to Know

The currency of Italy is the Euro.

If you are traveling to Italy from outside the European Union, then you will need a valid passport. If you are considered a citizen of any European Union state, then you will only be required to present a national identity card for entrance.

To rent a car in Italy you must be a minimum of 21 years of age. There are some rental companies who will rent to people 18 and older, but if you are under 25, you will most likely be charged a young driver's surcharge.

Tipping is a no-no in Italy, but don't feel badly, most eateries have a compensation built into the tab!

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Dean	Dean Milano21 - Half Marathon & 10Km, Reviewed 27 May, 2025 PB course. Super flat albeit with some cobbles and tram lines to cross at certain stages. With it being a November half marathon the conditions were ideal! 23 November, 2024 Half marathon more