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Bucharest International Half Marathon
Bucharest, Romania
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km3.5 km
City RunPublic Park+4
RORegional Running Calendar
Running Calendar Races in Bucarest: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (4 confirmed dates) and 66 races in Races in Bucarest with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events124 confirmed dates
Competitions66Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 180 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+9,600 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Bucharest Marathon
Bucharest, Romania
October 9, 2027 to October 10, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km2.5 km
Public ParkCity Run+4
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
L'Étape Romania
Bucharest, Romania
Date to be announcedDate TBA
85 km42 km14 km
City RunNature & Off-Road
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Wizz Air Cluj-Napoca Marathon
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
April 11, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunRelay+1
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Transylvania 100
Bran, Romania
May 28, 2027 to May 29, 2027Date confirmed
103 km80 km50 km30 km+1
City RunMountain+3
Photo: Kris Sliver · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningTrail RunningWorld Athletics Label
Brasov International 10K tRUNsylvania
Brașov, Romania
Date to be announcedDate TBA
25 km22 km15 km12 km+5
City RunCulture & History+4
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Bucovina Ultra Rocks
Câmpulung Moldovenesc, Romania
Date to be announcedDate TBA
180 km110 km88 km48 km+2
MountainNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Lance Cpl. Jason Jimenez · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlon
Timişoara Triathlon
Timișoara, Romania
Date to be announcedDate TBA
113.9 km53 km27.75 km15.07 km
City RunRelay
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 2027 | Bucharest International Half Marathon | Bucharest, Bucharest, RO | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km3.5 km |
| Apr 11, 2027 | Wizz Air Cluj-Napoca Marathon | Cluj-Napoca, Cluj-Napoca, RO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2027 - Oct 10, 2027 | Bucharest Marathon | Bucharest, Bucharest, RO | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km2.5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | L'Étape Romania | Bucharest, Bucharest, RO | Road Cycling | 85 km42 km14 km |
| Date to be announced | Brasov International 10K tRUNsylvania | Brașov, Brașov County, RO | Road RunningTrail Running | 25 km22 km15 km12 km |
| Date to be announced | Bucovina Ultra Rocks | Câmpulung Moldovenesc, Bukowina, RO | Trail Running | 180 km110 km88 km48 km |
| Date to be announced | Timişoara Triathlon | Timișoara, Timiș County, RO | Triathlon | 113.9 km53 km27.75 km15.07 km |
| Date to be announced | msg Maraton Apuseni | Muntele Băișorii, Cluj-Napoca, RO | Trail Running | 87.6 km44.1 km21.3 km12.2 km |
| Date to be announced | Sinaia Mountain Run by Constantina Diță | Sinaia, Prahova County, RO | Trail Running | 21 km10 km1 km800 m |
| Date to be announced | Primavera Trail Race | Șuncuiuș, Bihor County, RO | Trail Running | 84.2 km53.2 km15.7 km9.9 km |
| Date to be announced | Rodnei Ultra. Odiseea | Șanț, Județ de Bistrița-Năsăud, RO | Trail Running | 103 km50 km29 km5 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2027 - May 29, 2027 | Transylvania 100 | Bran, Brașov County, RO | Trail Running | 103 km80 km50 km30 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Bucarest (Romania, Bucarest) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 66 individual races, including 4 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Trail Running, Road Running, and Road Cycling. Key host locations include Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Bran, and Brașov. Notable events in the selection include Bucharest International Half Marathon, Bucharest Marathon, and L'Étape Romania.
Race distances span from 0.5 km to 180 km, reaching up to +9,600 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Bucarest 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 Bucarest?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 66 individual races in Races in Bucarest. A total of 4 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Bucharest International Half Marathon, Bucharest Marathon, and L'Étape Romania.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Bucarest?
Events in Races in Bucarest focus on Trail Running, Road Running, and Road Cycling. Course distances range from 0.5 km entry-level races up to 180 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Bran, and Brașov.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Bucarest?
The most selective courses in Races in Bucarest climb up to +9,600 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 Bucarest?
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.