Bilbao Half Marathon

Launched in 2015, the Bilbao Half Marathon is one of the newer races on the circuit. Despite its youth, it has quickly built a reputation in Bilbao, attracting runners drawn to its scenic routes and urban energy and the energy of an event still finding its identity.

The fastest time ever recorded at the Bilbao Half Marathon is 01:02:45, set by Kilian Fernández in 2023. Every year, new contenders line up hoping to challenge that mark on the streets of Bilbao.

The Bilbao Half Marathon route is one of those courses where runners forget their pace and reach for their phones. The scenery through Bilbao and its surroundings has earned this race a reputation as one of the most photogenic in Europe.

For thousands of runners each year, the Bilbao Half Marathon is their first half marathon. The combination of a forgiving course, generous time limits, and supportive crowds has earned this race a reputation as the place where marathon journeys begin. The first-timer energy on race morning is palpable.