The Early Years
2005Established in 2005, the Florence Marathon is now 21 years old. From its first edition in Florence, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in Italy.
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Course & Elevation
The Florence Marathon starts and finishes in the historic Piazza della Signoria, taking runners through the heart of Renaissance Florence and the stunning Tuscan countryside. The course combines urban sections through medieval streets with scenic loops along the Arno River and through rolling Tuscan hills, offering iconic views of the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and surrounding vineyards.
Surface: road Profile: Rolling
Weather
Temperature 12°C
Humidity 72%
Rain Chance 45%
Cool autumn weather with moderate risk of rain. Runners should expect temperatures around 12°C with possible wind gusts. Layering is recommended as conditions can change throughout the race.
The Race
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Race Lore
A Course Built for Speed
2014The course record of 02:08:14, set by Moses Kemboi in 2014, speaks to what the Florence Marathon offers elite athletes: a fast, honest course where serious times are achievable. The record has drawn increasingly competitive fields year after year.
Running Through a Postcard
The Florence Marathon route is one of those courses where runners forget their pace and reach for their phones. The scenery through Florence and its surroundings has earned this race a reputation as one of the most photogenic in Europe.
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Course Record
02:08:14
Moses Kemboi (2014)
Registration
Registration Opens June
Registration Closes October
Entry Cost €75-€105
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Fun Facts
- ▸ The marathon starts and finishes in the iconic Piazza della Signoria, one of Italy's most famous squares and home to world-class Renaissance art.
- ▸ Runners pass through the historic center of Florence, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, gaining unique perspectives of landmarks like the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio.
- ▸ The race showcases Tuscany's natural beauty, with portions through rolling hills lined with cypress trees, olive groves, and vineyards that define the region's landscape.
- ▸ Florence Marathon has grown to become one of Italy's most popular urban marathons, attracting elite African distance runners and recreational runners from around the globe.
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