Carrera Popular de Madrid
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Starting in the historic Casa de Campo park, the route winds through Madrid's most emblematic neighborhoods including Paseo de la Castellana, passing iconic landmarks such as Plaza de Castilla and ending at the impressive Paseo del Prado. The largely flat urban course takes runners through the heart of Madrid, featuring tree-lined avenues and cultural monuments.
Spring weather with mild temperatures and comfortable running conditions. Low wind speeds and occasional clouds, with low precipitation risk during race month.
The Race
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The Madrid Half Marathon was founded in 1980, during the golden age of mass-participation running. Now 46 years old, it has established itself as a beloved fixture in Madrid, growing from its early editions into a race with genuine character and loyal following.
Jacob Kiplimo set the blistering course record of 00:58:47 in 2023, proving this course can produce world-class half marathon times. The flat roads of Madrid have become a proving ground for the fastest runners on the planet.
Runners come to the Madrid Half Marathon for one reason: personal bests. The flat, fast course through Madrid has a reputation as a PB factory, with the roads seemingly designed to keep your pace honest and your splits consistent from start to finish.
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