101 races to run before you die
A selection of the best runs around the world, powered by RunAbroad.com. How to enjoy a romantic weekend in Paris, achieve your personal best in the half marathon and spend less, run your race at the perfect pace and forget the expensive packages. RunAbroad.com is an idea by a group of (running) friends around Europe. They do not want to run monotonously on a treadmill but see and feel new cities; they have already run many different marathons and half marathons independently and on a shoestring in many different countries around the world.
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| 09/01/2010 10:39 AM |
| Antwerp 10 miles, Belgium |
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What? With over 15 thousands runners, the Antwerp 10 miles is the major running event in the region of Flanders. A marathon is organized as well the same day but earlier in the morning (1500 runners in 2010). Where? In the city centre of Antwerp (www.garmin.be/Parcours/Antwerp10Miles/fullscreen-10miles.html), crossing a few times the river Scheldt, running on both the river banks and going around the cathedral and the university area. When? The 2011 edition of the Antwerp 10 miles and marathon will take place on Sunday 17 April. The DVV Antwerp 10 Miles will start at 3.30 pm. Why? Antwerp is not only the diamond capital (apparently more than 85% of the world’s rough diamonds are traded in the city) and offers many cultural attractions. The two races are major events in the area and you will be able to run through the Kennedy and Waasland tunnels (both closed to the traffic, as most of the city centre) enjoying many music groups along the way. The options in the Flanders are endless, Brussels is only one hour away and the North Sea is a great idea for a day off. How (much)? Registration for the 2011 edition will start in October 2010 and on-site registrations are usually possible. The 2010 late fee was a reasonable €18 without T-shirt, €28 with a T-shirt. The city is well connected to Brussels (an Eurostar terminal) and the Netherlands so you can easily travel by train from most capitals in Europe or fly to Brussels airport (about 45 km from Antwerp). Contacts Carrefour Running Tour tel. +3211459999 fax =3211459910 www.antwerp10miles.be  |
| 08/26/2010 04:14 AM |
| 10 races on 10/10/10 (update) |
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We already suggested at the beginning of the year a short list of races you can run on October 10th. But as we are getting closer to the date and new races were added to the calendar, we would like to offer an extended selection, from short races to marathons, from the best hills in Tuscany to the Bosphorus bridge in Istanbul. Meia Maratona Sport Zone, Portugal Along the Douro river estuary, enjoying the best streets of Porto and Vila Nova de Gaia and crossing twice the Dom Luis I bridge. Run by the Caves do Vinho do Porto, take a look at the stunning zona Ribeirinha and enjoy a great finish next to the sea (half marathon and 6km).  Marathon International de Buenos Aires, Argentina The race begins and ends in Buenos Aires’ grand central park, called Parque Tres de Febrero, and the course runs through many of the city's main neighborhoods such as Palermo and Recoleta. For a break in one of Latin America's most exciting and eclectic cities (marathon and half marathon). Istanbul Eurasia marathon, Turkey The Istanbul Eurasia marathon starts on the Asian side of the city, close to the Bosphorus bridge, and ends on the European one crossing the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn with amazing views such as the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia (marathon, 15km and 8km).  Royal Parks Foundation half marathon, UK The Royal Parks Foundation half marathon is a large and very successful race, that quickly became one of the major events in London: a unique chance to run 21K in the main parks in central London, from Hyde park to Kensington gardens (half marathon only). Zagreb marathon, Croatia Zagreb is a race away from the crowd, in 2009 less then 1K runners joined the Vecernjak's Zagreb marathon and the Hervis' half marathon. Combine the running weekend with some great food at Dolan market or relax on the Dalmatian coast. Start and finish are in Ban Josip Jelacic Square (marathon and half marathon). International Lake Garda marathon, Italy Fancy a race on the shore of the major lake in Italy? Enjoy the incredible Lake Garda scenery joining the the 4th edition of the Lake Garda marathon, which will starts in Limone del Garda (marathon only). München marathon, Germany For a different taste of Bavaria, enjoy a race or a costume-run (with traditional Bavarian garbs and costumes) at the Jubilee edition of the Munich marathon. Just a week after the end of the Oktoberfest, the greatest beer festival in Europe, the marathon starts at the Olympiapark and you will run past the Ludwigstraße, the Englischer Garten and Marienplatz before going back to the Olympiastadion, through the large Marathontor (marathon, half marathon and 10k).  Brussels marathon, Belgium In Brussels' avenues and boulevards, crossing the most beautiful parks of the city with an amazing finish in the spectacular Grand Place. The Brussels marathon starts in the Esplanade of the Cinquantenaire Park, not far from the European Parliament (marathon, half marathon and 4k). Maratona d'Italia - Memorial Enzo Ferrari, Italy One of the largest events in Italy, the Maratona d'Italia - Memorial Enzo Ferrari starts in front of the Galleria Ferrari in Maranello (home of Ferrari) and finishes in Carpi. A half marathon has been added in 2010, running from Maranello to Modena (marathon and half marathon). Chianti Ecomarathon, Italy (note: this race is actually on Oct 17th in 2010) The Ecomaratona del Chianti offers wonderful views on the Chianti hills in Tuscany, crossing beautiful medieval villages like Monteaperti, Montegiachi, Poggiobonelli, Calcinaia, Pagliarese and San Gusm (marathon, 17km and 9km)  |
| 09/02/2010 11:54 PM |
| Marathon des Alpes-Maritimes, France |
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What? With 10000 runners from the 1st edition in 2008, the Marathon des Alpes-Maritimes Nice-Cannes quickly became the second major marathon in France (behind Paris). In 2010 a relay race has been added too (teams of 6 runners, from 3.1 km to 10.8 km).  Where? From Nice to Cannes, crossing Saint-Laurent-du-Var, Cagnes-sur-Mer, Villeneuve-loubet, Antibes, Juan-Les-Pins, Golfe-Juan. And a few miles around Cap d'Antibes too. When? November 14 is the big day for 2010. No more than 15000 runners can join the 3rd edition that will start at 8.00 am. As for all the official races in France, you have to present a medical certificate (or a FFA licence) to pick up your race number. The time limit is 6 hours. Why? The best for sightseeing (take a little camera with you) and a marathon in Côte d'Azur, from the Promenade des Anglais in Nice to Boulevard de la Croisette in Cannes. A flat marathon (the highest point is 34 meters, Cap d'Antibes), 100% on the seashore. Great support along the route as you run through the most famous towns in the French Riviera.  How (much)? Not the cheapest race (the registration fee is from 45€ to 75€ according to the registration date) but similar to other major international events. The fee includes a finisher t-shirt and a SNCF train ticket too. Easyjet and Air Berlin offer cheap flights to Nice airport. Air France and KLM offer a 10% discount to runners. Accommodations for all budgets are available in November in Côte d'Azur, from cheap hotels at around €50 for a double room in Nizza to the most exclusive hotels on the Boulevard de la Croisette in Cannes. Consider as well the many towns along the route, all served by a direct SNCF train. Contacts Azur Sport Organisation 16 bd Pape Jean XXIII, 06300 Nice, France tel. +33 04 93261988 www.marathon06.com  |
