Prague Marathon
Prague, Czechia · Early May
A fast, flat loop along the Vltava, over the Charles Bridge and through Old Town. A few cobbled stretches early are the toll for one of Europe's prettiest fast courses — sub-2:06 winning times tell you the rest.
Course
Elevation gain
80 m
Net elevation
Flat
Finishers
~10,000
Month
May
Early May
Race-day weather
Median start temp
11°C
Historical range
6–19°C
Hot-year risk
Moderate
Early May in Bohemia is usually cool, but the odd warm year arrives with the late-spring date.
Getting in
First-come, first-served. RunCzech organisation with elite-race pedigree; entries usually available into spring. Official site ↗
Pacing plans for Prague Marathon
Course-adjusted splits for every common goal — not flat even splits, but pacing that matches where this course is fast and where it bites.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Prague Marathon a fast course?
Yes, it is a fast course by big-marathon standards. The course has 80 m of total elevation gain and no net drop. We rate it 8/10 for PR potential.
What is the weather usually like at the Prague Marathon?
The median start-line temperature is around 11°C, with a historical range of roughly 6–19°C. Early May in Bohemia is usually cool, but the odd warm year arrives with the late-spring date.
How do you get into the Prague Marathon?
First-come, first-served. RunCzech organisation with elite-race pedigree; entries usually available into spring.
Is the Prague Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes — the Prague Marathon is a certified course accepted by the B.A.A. for Boston qualifying times.