Join Istanbul Marathon 2022
Are you ready to run in this special edition of the Istanbul Marathon and proudly carry the medal that only 7,500 people can have?
The Istanbul Marathon, the only intercontinental marathon in the world and a World Athletics Elite Label Road Race.
The Istanbul Marathon, where tens of thousands of Istanbulites come together in the Fun Run every year and turn it into a feast, will again be restricted in 2022 to only 7,500 marathon runners.
The 15K race is limited to 22,500 participants.
Course details
Start address: İstanbul, Turkey
Finish address: İstanbul, Turkey
Route map
Register
Registration closes on 18 October (110 days left)
The current price step is valid until 31 July, 2022
selected tickets
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You can, within 24 hours after your registration, get a full refund if you change your mind.
We accept
Included in the fee
- Time measurement service
- Race Pack (bib number and electronic chip)
- Sports bag
- T-shirt
- Medal
- Certificate
- Water and refreshment stations on the course
- Post-race food package
- Photo service
Practicalities
After Race Services
There will be massage and catering services available after the race.
Age Limit
The age limit for 42K race is 18 years.The age limit for 15K race is 16 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.
Maximum Time
The time limit for the marathon is 6 hours and 20 minutes. The points on the course will be opened to traffic gradually.
Provided Photo Service
You can access your photos on the course via face recognition technology of Photier App after the Marathon. The code will be shared with you.
Qualifications
Participant must be at least 18 years old for the Marathon.
Race Kit Includes
Chip, t-shirt, bib number, and race bag.
Refreshments
There will be refreshment stations with water and fast energy boosts every five kilometres on the route.
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
Between the hours of 7:00 - 7:40, there will be a ring trip between Üsküdar Marmaray Front - Start Area.
Refund Policy
There is no cancellation, postponement or transferring rights to another person.
Frequently asked questions
When and where can I collect my BIB/race pack?
Kit distribution; 3-4-5 November 2022 Architect Kadir Topbaş Show and Art Center (Yenikapı Fairground) IMPORTANT NOTE: HES code query will be made for your safety, similar to all our events. Don’t forget to have your HES code ready with you when you come for kit distribution! Don’t forget to follow our social media accounts for all our announcements.
How do I get to the race location?
On the morning of the race, free coaches will be taken from the following points to the starting point. The meeting time for IETT vehicle transfers is 07:00. You are kindly requested to show the necessary sensitivity. Between the hours of 7:00 - 7:40, there will be a ring trip between Üsküdar Marmaray Front - Start Area. Athletes residing on the Anatolian side will be able to get on the public transportation vehicles of IMM free of charge, provided that they show their chest number.
Can I change the distance after I purchase a ticket?
Category changes can be made until October 1, 2022. However, it is not possible to cancel, postpone and transfer the right to race.
Can someone collect my race pack for me?
Yes, someone can pick up your race pack on behalf of you. The person who will receive the race package must bring a copy of ID or passport of the runner.
Can I cancel my registration?
Since our service processes start from the moment you register, NO CANCELLATION, postponement or refund will be made. Even if you do not participate, you can receive your race package, which is your right, from the distribution point.
What are the health and safety protocols for the Nkolay Istanbul Marathon?
According to the circular of Ministry of Internal Affairs; PCR test or vaccination card declaration has been made mandatory for participation in collective activities. In line with this circular, all athletes, officials, spectators, companions, and volunteers who will participate In our events must submit a PCR test with a 'negative' result in the last 48 hours or a vaccination card statement 14 days after the 2nd vaccination.
Where is the baggage check located?
Buses for belongings will be located at the left of the starting point. All athletes will deliver the bags given to them during kit distribution to the relevant bus according to their bib numbers and will receive them back at the finish point by showing their bib numbers.
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.
