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Florence Marathon
Florence, Italy
November 28, 2026 to November 29, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21 km10 km3 km
Public ParkCity Run+7
Running Theme (City, Architecture & Culture)
Bridges & Viaducts Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027
Courses crossing dramatic harbor bridges, suspension spans, historic railway viaducts, and river crossings. Browse 59 events (36 confirmed dates) and 177 races from 0.5 km to 42.2 km.
Events5936 confirmed dates
Competitions177Races & courses
Distances0.5 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+429 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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TotalEnergies Murcia Costa Cálida Marathon
Murcia, Spain
February 7, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunCulture & History+5
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Bodh Gaya Marathon
Bodhgaya, India
February 14, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km+1
Charity RunCity Run+4
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Essec Night Run
Cergy, France
February 19, 2027Date confirmed
16 km9 km
Night RunLakes & Ponds+5
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Lisbon Half Marathon
Lisbon, Portugal
March 6, 2027 to March 7, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km7 km
City RunCulture & History+6
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Ghent Marathon
Ghent, Belgium
March 21, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunLakes & Ponds+3
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Venice Night Trail
Venice, Italy
April 3, 2027Date confirmed
16.5 km
Night RunUrban Trail+8
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Warsaw Half Marathon
Warsaw, Poland
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 28, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026 | Florence Marathon | Florence, Tuscany, IT | Road Running | 42.2 km21 km10 km3 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 7, 2027 | TotalEnergies Murcia Costa Cálida Marathon | Murcia, Region of Murcia, ES | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Feb 14, 2027 | Bodh Gaya Marathon | Bodhgaya, Bihar, IN | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Feb 19, 2027 | Essec Night Run | Cergy, Île-de-France, FR | Trail Running | 16 km9 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 6, 2027 - Mar 7, 2027 | Lisbon Half Marathon | Lisbon, Lisbon District, PT | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km7 km |
| Mar 21, 2027 | Ghent Marathon | Ghent, Flanders, BE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2027 | Venice Night Trail | Venice, Veneto, IT | Trail Running | 16.5 km |
| Apr 4, 2027 | Warsaw Half Marathon | Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, PL | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
| Apr 17, 2027 - Apr 18, 2027 | Vienna Marathon |  Vienna, Vienna, AT | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Apr 18, 2027 | Zaragoza Marathon | Saragossa, Aragon, ES | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km |
| Apr 19, 2027 | Boston Marathon |  Boston, Massachusetts, US | Road Running | 42.2 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2027 - May 2, 2027 | Prague Marathon |  Prague, Prague, CZ | Road Running | 42.2 km1.61 km200 m150 m |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Courses crossing dramatic harbor bridges, suspension spans, historic railway viaducts, and river crossings. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Bridges & Viaducts theme currently spans 59 public events and 177 individual competitions, including 36 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. Bridge races frequently feature exclusive road closures across major spans normally closed to pedestrians. Primary disciplines include Road Running and Trail Running with race distances from 0.5 km to 42.2 km.
Long bridge approach ramps and exposed crosswinds high above the water define the elevation and pacing profile. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +429 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Florence, Murcia, Bodhgaya, and Cergy. Notable events in this category include Florence Marathon, TotalEnergies Murcia Costa Cálida Marathon, and Bodh Gaya Marathon. Every event page includes an interactive course map, elevation telemetry, GPX track downloads, and direct filters for date, distance, and destination.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What defines Bridges & Viaducts events and how many races are listed in the calendar?
Courses crossing dramatic harbor bridges, suspension spans, historic railway viaducts, and river crossings. RunningCompass currently lists 59 events with 177 individual competitions under the Bridges & Viaducts theme. A total of 36 events have confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season, alongside additional races with full course profiles for season planning.
What distances and disciplines are typical for Bridges & Viaducts races?
Bridge races frequently feature exclusive road closures across major spans normally closed to pedestrians. The 177 listed competitions span distances from 0.5 km to 42.2 km, led by Road Running and Trail Running. You can narrow the calendar by 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra distance brackets using the search filters.
What terrain, elevation profile, and preparation should I expect for Bridges & Viaducts?
Long bridge approach ramps and exposed crosswinds high above the water define the elevation and pacing profile. Races in this theme reach up to +429 m of climbing. Each event detail page provides interactive course maps, elevation gain and loss metrics, altitude ranges, and downloadable GPX files to help you plan pacing and gear.
Where do Bridges & Viaducts events take place and how can I filter by region and date?
Leading host destinations include Florence, Murcia, Bodhgaya, and Cergy. Notable events in this category include Florence Marathon, TotalEnergies Murcia Costa Cálida Marathon, and Bodh Gaya Marathon. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 59 events by country, region, month, and distance.