The Early Years
2010Established in 2010, the Milan Half Marathon is now 16 years old. From its first edition in Milan, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in Italy.
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Course & Elevation
The Milan Half Marathon is a predominantly flat urban race through the heart of Italy's fashion capital. The course begins near the San Siro Stadium and winds through iconic Milan neighborhoods including Parco Sempione, the historic city center, and past the famous Duomo Cathedral, offering runners a spectacular tour of Renaissance architecture and modern Milan.
Surface: road Profile: Flat
Weather
Temperature 14°C
Humidity 65%
Rain Chance 35%
Spring weather with mild temperatures ideal for half-marathon racing. Occasional rain is possible but temperatures rarely exceed 20°C, making it comfortable for distance running without excessive heat stress.
The Race
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The Course Record
2023The fastest time ever recorded at the Milan Half Marathon is 01:00:29, set by Kibiwott Kandie in 2023. Every year, new contenders line up hoping to challenge that mark on the streets of Milan.
The Fast Lane
Runners come to the Milan Half Marathon for one reason: personal bests. The flat, fast course through Milan 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.
Where It Begins
For thousands of runners each year, the Milan 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.
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Course Record
01:00:29
Kibiwott Kandie (2023)
Registration
Registration Opens January
Registration Closes March
Entry Cost €45-€65
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Fun Facts
- ▸ The race passes directly in front of Milan's iconic Duomo Cathedral, one of the largest churches in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- ▸ Milan is the fashion capital of the world, and the race course winds through the famous Quadrilateral della Moda (Fashion District) with its luxury boutiques.
- ▸ The starting area near the San Siro Stadium (home of AC Milan and Inter Milan) makes this race a pilgrimage for football enthusiasts.
- ▸ Despite being established in 2010, the Milan Half Marathon quickly became one of Europe's fastest half-marathon courses due to its flat urban terrain.
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