Course & Elevation

The Bishkek Marathon follows a scenic loop course through Kyrgyzstan's capital, starting and finishing near the central Ala-Too Square. The route traverses the city's main avenues and parks, passing through residential and recreational areas with views of the Tian Shan mountains in the distance. Runners experience moderate rolling terrain as they navigate the high-altitude urban landscape.

Surface: road Profile: Rolling

🌤️ Weather

Temperature 18°C

Humidity 45%

Rain Chance 35%

April brings pleasant spring weather to Bishkek with mild temperatures and occasional afternoon showers. The high elevation (800m+) means temperatures can vary significantly, but conditions are generally favorable for distance running.

Registration

Registration Opens January

Registration Closes March

Entry Cost 2500-3500 KGS

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🎯 Fun Facts

▸ Bishkek is one of Central Asia's first marathons, established in 2008 as part of a sports development initiative in Kyrgyzstan.
▸ The race is held at 750-800m elevation, providing natural altitude training benefits without extreme hypoxic stress.
▸ Runners compete with stunning views of the snow-capped Tian Shan mountains throughout the course.
▸ The marathon is supported by the Kyrgyz Athletics Federation and has grown steadily from its inaugural 300 participants to over 1,500 entrants.

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