Istanbul Marathon
Join Istanbul Marathon 2021
This is an exciting marathon held annually in November. It crosses from Asia to Europe over the First Bosphorus Bridge and continues through the streets of the European part of Istanbul.
The Istanbul Marathon is organised in a city that offers a perfect mix of culture, history and great, sunny weather for runners willing to escape the winter.
Hurry to register for the big race and take your place on the track! Because, with the entries transferred from 2020, a significant part of the quotas has already been filled...
Course Highlights
The marathon starts on the Asian side of the city, shortly before the First Bosphorus Bridge, crosses the bridge giving an outstanding view of the Bosphorus and Istanbul, passes many historic sites including the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, and ends in the İnönü Stadium in the European part. In all, the race crosses three bridges, one over the Bosporus and two over the Golden HornCourse profile
Register
Registration closes on 01 October (212 days left)
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You can, within 24 hours after your registration, get a full refund if you change your mind.
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Practicalities
Age Limit
The age limit for 42K race is 18 years.
Aid Stations
Drinking/sponging and refreshment stations are provided every 5kms.
Award Medals
All marathon finishers will receive a commemorative medal at the finish line.
Equipment Storage
Your personal official race bag number will be given to you separately at the Race Kits Distribution Area. Please ensure that you complete the details on the luggage number and attach this to your bag. The number must be secured before packing your belongings to the bag. Luggage tents are provided at the start/finish area for the safe storage of your belongings. Official race bag will be given to you at the Race Kits Distribution Area, and only official race bag will be accepted into the luggage tent on the race day. Before the race: Complete all the details on your baggage label (this is attached to your number) and make sure you tie it to your bag. Please remember not to bring any valuables or fragile items with you to the event. Additional bags will not be accepted. You will be advised to check in your bag early to avoid congestion. Please note that the organizers cannot be held responsible for damage and loss of valuables.
Maximum Time
6 hours.
Race Kit Includes
Chip, t-shirt, bib number, and race bag
Refreshments
There will be water stations at the 5th, 10th, 15th, 20th, 25th, 30th, 35th and 40th km on the course.
Timing
Timing chip which is going to measure the running time will be given to all runners at the race kit distribution area. All runners must tie this timing chips to their shoelaces.
Transport
Participants can easily reach the start point “Yenikapi Meeting Area” via public transport (metro)
Location
The race information has been found on the official website of the event or through publicly available sources. Always refer to the official website the latest race information. Please let us know if any data is wrong or missing, by emailing us.