The Early Years
2009Established in 2009, the Cape Town Half Marathon is now 17 years old. From its first edition in Cape Town, it has evolved into a race that reflects the character of its host region in South Africa.
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Starting at the V&A Waterfront, the course traverses the scenic Atlantic Seaboard coastline, passing through Signal Hill and along the clifftop paths with spectacular ocean views. The route includes rolling hills with challenging climbs through the Sea Point and Camps Bay areas before descending toward the finish at Mouille Point lighthouse, offering one of the world's most visually stunning half-marathon experiences.
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Temperatur 20°C
Luftfuktighet 65%
Regnrisk 15%
Spring weather with mild temperatures and predominantly clear skies. Light Atlantic breezes provide relief during the coastal run, though wind can occasionally be gusty around clifftop sections.
The Race
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The Course Record
2019The fastest time ever recorded at the Cape Town Half Marathon is 01:00:31, set by Evans Cheruiyot in 2019. Every year, new contenders line up hoping to challenge that mark on the streets of Cape Town.
Running Through a Postcard
The Cape Town Half Marathon route is one of those courses where runners forget their pace and reach for their phones. The scenery through Cape Town and its surroundings has earned this race a reputation as one of the most photogenic in Africa.
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01:00:31
Evans Cheruiyot (2019)
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Anmälan stänger september
Startavgift R380-R480
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- ▸ The Cape Town Half Marathon is one of Africa's fastest growing half-marathons, with participants from over 45 countries
- ▸ The course features the iconic Mouille Point lighthouse as its finish line, one of the most photographed finishes in world running
- ▸ September racing coincides with spring whale season, with sightings common from the clifftop sections of the course
- ▸ The event raises significant funds for local Cape Town charities supporting education and community development
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