Medzinárodný maratón mieru (Košice Peace Marathon) took place on Sun, Oct 4, 2026 in Košice, Slovakia. The main route is 42.2 km.
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- Date
- Sun, Oct 4, 2026
- Start
- Košice 🇸🇰
- Distance
- 42.2 km
- Climbing
- 74 m
- Level
- Mixed field
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Start freeThe Košice Peace Marathon (Medzinárodný maratón mieru) is Europe's oldest marathon, run on a certified two-lap city course in Košice. The 2026 edition is on Sunday 4 October, with the marathon and relay starting at 09:00 and the half marathon at 10:30.
What this race demands
This is a 42.2 km road marathon with little elevation gain, so the main demands are sustained aerobic endurance, even pacing, and managing carbohydrate intake over several hours.
Marathon endurance
Covering 42.2 km requires sustained aerobic effort and the durability to keep running as fatigue accumulates.
Pacing discipline
With only 74 m of elevation gain, the course is not defined by major climbing; steady pacing and resisting an overly fast start are central demands.
Fueling over distance
A marathon is likely to take longer than 2.5 hours, making practiced carbohydrate intake during the race important.
For a marathon lasting over 2.5 hours, aim for about 60–90 g of carbohydrate per hour, guided by what you have practiced in training.
What would it take you?
Pick the level closest to yours for an estimate of finish time on this course and the training a solid preparation needs.
Estimated finish
3:45–4:35
Peak-week training
5–7 h/week
A model estimate from distance, climbing and level, not a promise. Conditions, drafting and pacing move it.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Medzinárodný maratón mieru (Košice Peace Marathon)?
Medzinárodný maratón mieru (Košice Peace Marathon) took place on Sun, Oct 4, 2026 in Košice, Slovakia.
How long is Medzinárodný maratón mieru (Košice Peace Marathon)?
The main route is 42.2 km.
What does Medzinárodný maratón mieru (Košice Peace Marathon) demand?
This is a 42.2 km road marathon with little elevation gain, so the main demands are sustained aerobic endurance, even pacing, and managing carbohydrate intake over several hours.
How much climbing does Medzinárodný maratón mieru (Košice Peace Marathon) have?
Medzinárodný maratón mieru (Košice Peace Marathon) has 74 m of climbing.
Who is Medzinárodný maratón mieru (Košice Peace Marathon) for?
Medzinárodný maratón mieru (Košice Peace Marathon) has a mixed field of professional and amateur participants.
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