The Early Years
2011Established in 2011, the Sarajevo Half Marathon is now 15 years old. From its first edition in Sarajevo, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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The Sarajevo Half Marathon winds through the historic Austro-Hungarian quarters and along the Miljacka River, passing iconic landmarks including the Vijecnica (City Hall) and the Olympic Stadium from the 1984 Winter Games. The course features rolling terrain with moderate elevation changes, combining cobblestone streets through the Old Town with modern asphalt roads through the city's newer districts.
Surface: road Profil: Ondulé
Météo
Température 19°C
Humidité 65%
Risque de pluie 25%
September in Sarajevo offers pleasant early autumn conditions with mild temperatures and low rainfall. Clear skies are common, though mountain weather can be unpredictable at higher elevations along the course.
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Histoires & Légendes
Running Through a Postcard
The Sarajevo Half Marathon route is one of those courses where runners forget their pace and reach for their phones. The scenery through Sarajevo and its surroundings has earned this race a reputation as one of the most photogenic in Europe.
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Anecdotes
- ▸ The race starts near the Vijecnica (National Library), which was damaged during the Bosnian War and has since been beautifully restored as a symbol of cultural resilience.
- ▸ Runners pass the 1984 Olympic Stadium, Sarajevo's most iconic sporting landmark, which hosted memorable Winter Games events before the conflict.
- ▸ The Miljacka River, which winds through much of the course, is known locally as Sarajevo's 'liquid border' between different historical districts.
- ▸ September timing avoids Sarajevo's harsh winters and coincides with the city's cultural festival season, attracting international participants.
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