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Almaty Half Marathon 2025

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Semi-Marathon d'Almaty

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🏘️ In the city🏙 Capitals / large cities⛰ Mountain🎌 Ekiden
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The event in a few words

"Question for a champion: what is the largest landlocked country in the world located right in the heart of Central Asia? Ready! 🚨 It's Kazakhstan!"

That's right, pack your bags because you're off to the "land of nomads" 🛫. In this country, nomadic culture is prevalent, and you'll have a chance to experience it with your running shoes on! 👟 During the Almaty Half Marathon, you'll get to explore one of the country's largest cities at your own pace! 🏃‍➡️ This road race takes place in April, so get ready for picturesque landscapes among the flower-filled streets 🌺 of this garden city 🌳. You won't be running alone 🚩, as 10,000 participants from over 20 countries 🌍 gather here every year! 🗓️ The organizers aimed to popularize running in the country, and they've succeeded! 💪 By creating the Almaty Marathon in 2012, the first major running event in Central Asia 📍, it has become an international event attracting thousands of participants worldwide, and the half marathon followed in its footsteps! 🤩

Now that you know more about this event 🤓, let's dive into the courses! 🛣️ There's more than just a half marathon on the agenda ☝️. You can also choose to compete in the Ekiden format (relay with 6 people) 🤝, run a 10 km, or participate in a Nordic walk for 10 km 🥾. The courses will take you through the heart of Almaty. Just like a guided tour 🚌, you'll pass by the First President's Park and other must-see monuments 🏛️. And the cherry on top! 🍒 The courses are free of turns and elevation changes, so you can really fly! 🚀

And because you'll be too quick to fully enjoy the local architecture 😅, why not extend your stay? 🧳 You can wander through the streets of Almaty, where modern culture meets Kazakh traditions 🐎 for an unforgettable experience 🤩. Just an hour from Almaty, dive into the incredible beauty of the national park at Sharyn Canyon! 🏞️ Its spectacular rock formations will make you feel like you're on another planet ✨. Want to soak up some local history? Visit Medeu, the world's highest mountain skating rink! ⛸️ And for some well-deserved relaxation, the Lake Issyk offers breathtaking scenery, perfect for ending on a high note! 🥰

So, pack your backpack 🎒, because this spring, you're heading to run in Kazakhstan! 😉

4 reasons to join this race

Discover Kazakhstan ☝️
This race offers the perfect opportunity to explore the heart of Central Asia. With Russia to the north and west, China to the east, Kyrgyzstan to the southeast, Uzbekistan to the south, and Turkmenistan to the southwest, Kazakhstan is the world's largest landlocked country! While it might not be widely known by the general public, it's certainly a gem for finishers! Plus, you'll get to run through Almaty, the country's largest city and its main cultural and commercial hub. 🤓
Share Your Love for Sports 🤝
The primary goal of the Almaty Half Marathon is to promote sports throughout the country. Following the establishment of the Almaty Marathon in 2012, the organizers have continued to introduce new races to gather even more participants at the starting line! 😝
Break Your Personal Record ⏱️
Straight lines, more straight lines, and yet more straight lines! You're not dreaming—this is the perfect course to smash your previous records. With only one turn to navigate, whether on the 10 km or the half marathon, it's the ideal event to reset the clock during one of the first races of spring! 🌺
An Electrifying Atmosphere 🥳
The Almaty Half Marathon, even if you haven't heard of it yet, gathers over 10,000 runners at the start line each year! 😎 Get ready to participate in an international race surrounded by fellow road enthusiasts and medal chasers! 🏆

A distance for every taste

Half Marathon

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Road Running🏘️ In the city🏙 Capitals / large cities⛰ Mountain
  • Sunday, April 20, 2025
  • 1 loopx21.0975 km

A few more words

For this half marathon, you'll start from the First President's Park 🌳 on Al-Farabi Avenue. At the 5 km mark, just after passing the Esentai Mall, you'll make a U-turn. After completing these first 10 km, you'll head to the other side of the city. You'll turn just before Sain Street to join Abay Avenue. There will be another 6 km straight before you reach the finish line at the training ground of the Central Stadium! 🏁

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

You can pick up your race bib in Almaty on April 18th and 19th from 10 AM to 8 PM. The exact location will be announced soon.

The race will start in front of the First President's Park, on Al-Farabi Avenue. The start times will be announced soon.

  • Semi-marathon: Minimum age of 18

  • 10 km: Minimum age of 15

  • 10 km Nordic Walk: Minimum age of 15

  • Ekiden (team of 4 members): Minimum age of 15

There will be water and food stations every 5 km.

  • Semi-marathon: 3 hours

  • 10 km: 2 hours

  • 10 km Nordic Walk: 2 hours

  • Ekiden (team of 4 members): 3 hours

  • Semi-marathon: €28.68

  • 10 km: €28.68

  • 10 km Nordic Walk: €26.77

  • Ekiden (team of 4 members): €305.92

Lockers will be available at the start. You must use the bags provided by the organizers when picking up your race bib.

No medical certificate is required to participate. However, minors will need parental consent.

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