Marathon Stara Zagora 2025

Ready to dash through one of the best races in Bulgaria? 🏃‍➡️ The Stara Zagora Marathon awaits you, offering an exhilarating run through its stunning urban routes 🏙️. And it's not just any asphalt you'll be pounding! ☝️ Stara Zagora, Bulgaria's fifth largest city, was founded on the site of the ancient Roman colony of Irinopolis 🤓. The streets of Stara Zagora still follow the Roman plan and are perfectly straight 🛣️. This will delight you as all race courses feature a straight, flat route! We couldn't find a faster track in our Finishers stash 🤪. So get ready to set your personal best (but don't get caught up in the crowd) and aim for your best time!

But which distance will you dare to conquer? 🤔 You can choose from the marathon, half marathon, or a 10 km race—there's something for everyone! 😍 All routes are the same with a turnaround point placed at varying distances depending on the race (makes sense, right? 🤓). Even if the course doesn't take a detour through the city center, you'll still get to see plenty! 😁 Stara Zagora is full of little historical secrets. Excavations have uncovered precious mosaics 🖼️, tombs, and ruins from the era! 🤯 Keep your eyes wide open during your run 👀; you might just stumble upon a historic monument! 🏛️

Moreover, after crossing the finish line 🏁, don't miss the chance to explore the region's wonders 🌆. Wander through the historic center of Stara Zagora and uncover its archaeological treasures, such as the Neolithic Museum for a journey back in time ⏳. If you're up for a little drive 🚗, don't miss the Pavel Banya spa, about an hour away, for some well-deserved recovery 💦. Finally, to cap off your day, what could be better than a taste of local specialties at one of the city's charming restaurants? 🥘

We know you've always dreamed of being a running star, so get ready to shine at Stara Zagora! ⭐