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Ravenna Marathon 2025

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Marathon de Ravenne

The event in a few words

Imagine yourself treading the ancient grounds of the Ravenna Marathon, an unforgettable running event to discover in Italy 🇮🇹, in the splendid city of Ravenna, a recognized art city known for its colorful mosaics adorning the facades. Neighboring Bologna 🍝, it offers breathtaking views of the Adriatic Sea and lets you explore the charms of the Emilia-Romagna region. You have the choice between 6 distances 🤓.

No matter your level, there's no excuse not to pin on your race bib! 🤷 There's something for everyone, as the organizers of the Ravenna Marathon have thought of all participants ☝️. Judge for yourself: a "Family Run" of 2 km for budding young runners 🪴, a "Dogs & Run" of 2 km for a race with your four-legged friend 🐕, a 3 km charity run that is non-timed, a 10 km, a half-marathon, and finally a marathon for the more experienced runners 🏋️. Truly, you are spoiled for choice! 😏 You'll also have plenty of iconic landmarks to admire! Yes, you'll be immersed in the history of this Italian city that has preserved marks of its battles. As you fight your own race battle, you can admire the Piazza del Popolo 📍, the Palazzo Merlato, the San Vitale Basilica, and the San Francesco Basilica ⛪️. You'll even enjoy a nature break in the Parco di Rocca Brancaleone! 🌳

Make a note in your travel journal to visit the stunning Basilica of San Vitale ❤️, a Byzantine gem filled with stunning mosaics. If you're a fan of history, the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia will leave you with unforgettable memories 🥰. For a family day out, head to the theme park Mirabilandia, one of Italy's largest amusement parks! 🎢 A spot enjoyed by both kids and adults. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the scenic dunes and salt pans of the Salina di Cervia nature reserve, home to a wide variety of plants and birds 🦜.

After your race, you'll definitely want to recover. So, why not head to the seaside resort of Rimini to relax on the beach? 🏖️ Rimini, the birthplace of the filmmaker Federico Fellini, is a nightlife hotspot in Italy... 🕺 All teenagers know it! Before that, book yourself a good table and indulge in Italian cuisine 😋.

Ready for the Ravenna Marathon? 🏃‍➡️

4 reasons to join this race

The Colors 😍
Ravenna, like many cities in Italy, has a unique charm. You'll carry with you memories of all these beautiful sights and historical heritage, dating back to the early centuries AD... 😌
Delicious Cuisine 😋
Given the city's location, you definitely want to go for a seafood dish! 🐠 Did you know that Italians love their light fried food? A plate of mussels or grilled fish are good options, or you might try another speciality from Emilia-Romagna: the piadina, which is a stuffed flatbread.
Rich History 👌
Due to its strategic location, the city has long been a key spot for kings and powerful figures. Art has always followed in its shadow. Ravenna is no exception! 🖼️ The famous Italian poet Dante Alighieri passed away here in 1321. His tomb is located between the forecourt of the San Francesco convent church, and its cloister is in the historic center of Ravenna. A must-visit for history and literature enthusiasts 😉.
Explore the Adriatic 🌊
The Adriatic Sea has been coveted for ages and boasts some gems along its shores: Grado, Venice, Ancona, Lecce... And of course, Ravenna, the city welcoming you today! A race deeply intertwined with the heritage of this ancient city 😬.

A distance for every taste

  • Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 9:15 AM

A few more words

The start of this iconic marathon begins in the heart of the city of Ravenna, in the Pala de André🚩 neighborhood. Runners will first head toward the banks of the Canal Candiano 🏃‍♀️. The initial kilometers will take place along the canal, which opens into the Adriatic Sea 🌊. After this scenic start, you'll head towards Teodorico Park, where there's a statue of the same name. This is the first of many historical monuments you'll encounter during the race, and definitely not the last! 😉 Enjoy the greenery here, as it's the only park you will run through on this road race! You'll then loop around the Ravenna train station and pass by the Parc de la Rocca Brancaleone 🌳, a family favorite spot, before heading to the Arian Baptistery.

Next, you'll reach the Piazza del Popolo and the Palazzo Merlato, another city gem, now the town hall of Ravenna. You'll be truly in the center of the city 🌆. Next up is the 6th-century Basilica of San Vitale. You'll then pass by another Baptistery, the Neonian Baptistery, famous for its Byzantine mosaics. The course will then bring you close to one of the most legendary writers in Italian literature, Dante Alighieri ! 🙌 His tomb is located just before the Basilica of San Francesco ⛪️. Once you pass it, you'll head down with your group of friends towards the Ponte Nuovo area and then to Classe, another neighborhood in the southern part of the city. Here, near the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare, you'll begin your journey back toward the center, with a final detour to the Ravenna Point. The finish line awaits you, amidst cheering crowds, near the public gardens of Ravenna, where the Loggia Lombardesca 🏁 is located.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

You can collect your race bib at the Expo Marathon Village at Pala de Andrè (entrance by the ticket office):

  • on Friday, November 7, 2025, from 10:30 AM to 7 PM

  • on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 7 PM

  • on Sunday, November 9, 2025, from 7:15 AM to 8:45 AM (marathon and half-marathon bib collection only for those coming from outside the province) and from 8 AM to 9:30 AM (10 km bib collection only for those coming from outside the province)

You can reach out to the organizers:

  • For the 21 km race: 3 hours and 15 minutes

  • For the 42 km race: 6 hours and 30 minutes

  • Personalized race bib (for registrations submitted on time)

  • Disposable timing chips

  • Time tracking

  • Event T-shirt

  • Mosaic medal for all finishers

  • Liability insurance

  • Participation certificate

  • Race kit

  • Clothing storage bag

  • Refreshments along the route

  • Medical assistance

  • Portable toilets

  • Shuttle to/from Pala De Andrè – Via Pallavicini – Ravenna

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