Porto Half Marathon 2025
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- Next event : Sun, September 14, 2025Date confirmed
- Last event : Sun, September 15, 2024
The event in a few words
The Porto Half Marathon 🇵🇹, officially known as the Hyundai Meia Porto Half Marathon, has been a must-attend race in the North of Portugal for 17 years. The 2023 edition saw over 10,000 runners 🏃 participating in two events: the 21.095 km half marathon and a 5 km mini marathon.
Since 2007, the half marathon has taken place in mid-September, offering excellent conditions for runners. Along with a mostly flat and easy course, temperatures typically range from 13°C to 18°C, with little chance of rain 🌤️. The route starts near the Arrábida Bridge and features an out-and-back format. It takes runners past various viewpoints and famous tourist spots while running alongside the Douro River.
The race is renowned for its fantastic atmosphere. Locals line the streets to cheer on the runners, creating a warm and festive vibe. Although Porto is one of Europe's oldest cities, the half marathon significantly boosts local tourism 🗺️. The route doesn't go through the city center, leaving it for you to explore on your own post-race or over the weekend.
After the race, relax in the Crystal Palace Gardens — a perfect spot to unwind after your effort 💨. The warm hospitality of the locals will invite you to step into their establishments. Why not treat yourself to a traditional Portuguese dish, the francesinha 🥪? This hearty sandwich includes two slices of grilled bread with steak, smoked sausage, fresh sausage, and cheese in between. Delicious! To top off your day, enjoy a traditional music concert featuring fado and savor a glass of port wine 🍷 (drink responsibly) in one of the city's many wine cellars.
If this sounds like an experience you'd enjoy, don't hesitate to sign up now! 🎽
4 reasons to join this race
A distance for every taste
- Half MarathonTOP
- 5 km
- Sunday, September 14, 2025
A few more words
Curious about what to expect at the Porto Half Marathon? Here's a detailed look at your route.👇
The race starts at 9 AM on Avenue Dom Carlos I. In your first few meters, you'll catch a glimpse of the Ocean 🌊. You'll head west and pass by the Forte de Sao Joao Baptista da Foz 🏰. Following that, you'll run alongside the Jardim do Passeio Alegre 🌳 and continue along Sobreiras Street. For the next 2 km, you'll follow Ouro Street, which leads to Bicalho Wharf. At the 6 km mark, you'll cross the Dom Luís Bridge 🌉 and continue on the other side for 4 km before turning around at Rua de Praia. You'll rejoin the Dom Luís Bridge by running through the Lugan wharfs. From this point, you'll have just 5 km left 🤚. On your way back, the route is the same! You might even see other runners heading the opposite direction 🏃. To reach the finish line, you’ll make a loop around the Jardim do Passeio Alegre. After 21 km, you'll finally be crossing the finish line! 🏅
Here is the route for the Porto Half Marathon.
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