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Reggio Emilia Marathon
Reggio nell'Emilia, Italy
December 13, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+2
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Running Calendar Races in Emilia-Romagna: Races, Trails & Competitions
40 verified events (27 confirmed dates) and 157 races in Races in Emilia-Romagna with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events4027 confirmed dates
Competitions157Races & courses
Distances1 - 200 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,750 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Verdi Marathon
Salsomaggiore Terme, Italy
February 21, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km30 km21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History
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Ferrara Marathon
Ferrara, Italy
February 28, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
Culture & HistoryCity Run+3
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Bologna Marathon
Bologna, Italy
March 7, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km30 km21.1 km5 km
City RunCharity Run+4
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Rimini Marathon
Rimini, Italy
April 17, 2027 to April 18, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km16 km10 km+1
Seaside & CoastKids & Youth Races+3
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Placentia Half Marathon
Piacenza, Italy
May 9, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunRelay+3
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Gran Fondo Squali
Cattolica, Italy
May 15, 2027Date confirmed
128 km81 km46 km
Seaside & CoastCity Run+3
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Nove Colli
Cesenatico, Italy
May 23, 2027Date confirmed
200 km137 km107 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2026 | Reggio Emilia Marathon | Reggio nell'Emilia, Emilia-Romagna, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 21, 2027 | Verdi Marathon | Salsomaggiore Terme, Emilia-Romagna, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km30 km21.1 km10 km |
| Feb 28, 2027 | Ferrara Marathon | Ferrara, Emilia-Romagna, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2027 | Bologna Marathon | Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km30 km21.1 km5 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 17, 2027 - Apr 18, 2027 | Rimini Marathon | Rimini, Emilia-Romagna, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km16 km10 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 9, 2027 | Placentia Half Marathon | Piacenza, Emilia-Romagna, IT | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| May 15, 2027 | Gran Fondo Squali | Cattolica, Emilia-Romagna, IT | Road Cycling | 128 km81 km46 km |
| May 23, 2027 | Nove Colli | Cesenatico, Emilia-Romagna, IT | Road Cycling | 200 km137 km107 km |
November 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2027 | Marathon de Ravenne | Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna, IT | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Reggio Emilia Half Marathon (The 21 of Reggio Emilia) | Reggio nell'Emilia, Emilia-Romagna, IT | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km2.5 km |
| Date to be announced | UltraKtrail | Corniglio, Emilia-Romagna, IT | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 70 km32 km18 km10 km |
| Date to be announced | Spartan Misano Adriatico | Rimini, Emilia-Romagna, IT | Obstacle Course Racing | 21 km10 km5 km3 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Emilia-Romagna (Italy, Emilia-Romagna) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 40 public events and 157 individual races, including 27 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Road Cycling, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Reggio nell'Emilia, Salsomaggiore Terme, Ferrara, and Bologna. Notable events in the selection include Reggio Emilia Marathon, Verdi Marathon, and Ferrara Marathon.
Race distances span from 1 km to 200 km, reaching up to +4,750 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Emilia-Romagna includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Emilia-Romagna?
RunningCompass currently lists 40 verified events with 157 individual races in Races in Emilia-Romagna. A total of 27 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Reggio Emilia Marathon, Verdi Marathon, and Ferrara Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Emilia-Romagna?
Events in Races in Emilia-Romagna focus on Road Running, Road Cycling, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 1 km entry-level races up to 200 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Reggio nell'Emilia, Salsomaggiore Terme, Ferrara, and Bologna.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Emilia-Romagna?
The most selective courses in Races in Emilia-Romagna climb up to +4,750 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Emilia-Romagna?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.