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Rijeka Marathon: current race status

Rijeka, CroatiaDate to be confirmed

Rijeka Run’s current programme lists a half marathon on April 10, 2027 at 16:00 from Korzo, alongside a relay and shorter races. It does not confirm a new full-marathon category for this older Rijeka Marathon listing.

Updated and verified Oct 14, 2026

The race at a glance

Route and elevation

Rijeka Run’s current programme lists a half marathon on April 10, 2027 at 16:00 from Korzo, alongside a relay and shorter races. It does not confirm a new full-marathon category for this older Rijeka Marathon listing.

  • The published relay divides the half-marathon route into three legs.
  • The half route visits Pećine, Molo Longo and Kantrida before returning to Korzo.
  • Other festival activities have separate dates and some still show 2026.

Race guide

Rijeka’s current programme confirms a half marathon, not a full

The Croatian label Polumaraton identifies the half marathon. Do not interpret its April 2027 date as a 42.195 km marathon announcement. A three-person relay of roughly seven kilometres per runner also totals a half marathon, not a full-distance individual event.

The shorter-race description still mentions 42 km while listing alternatives, but that isolated reference is not a current full-marathon programme. Look for a dedicated full-distance entry, route and rules before treating the older marathon as available. The absence of that programme does not by itself prove permanent cancellation.

If the half marathon meets your goal, use its own map and afternoon starting arrangements. An old full-marathon route or early-morning timetable may take you to the wrong location or produce an unrealistic travel plan. Confirm collection and the exact Korzo starting area through the current participant instructions.

The festival includes a stair race, breakwater run and community events on different dates. Choose the exact event in your registration rather than relying on a general Rijeka Run calendar banner. Supporters should know your category, start time and finish meeting place, especially when several races share the city centre. For preparation, follow the confirmed distance and profile rather than extending a half-marathon plan to an unsupported full route. Check the final support window, aid stations and street-access arrangements before race week. If your objective specifically requires a full-marathon finish, choose an announced full-distance event while waiting for Rijeka’s organizer to publish any future return.

Last-known race profile

DetailPrevious edition
LocationRijeka, Croatia
Published distance profileMarathon — Current 2027 programme confirms a half marathon and shorter events, not a full marathon.
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These details identify the race page; they do not establish the next edition's operations. The previous race date does not establish the next edition. Wait for the organizer’s announcement before committing to a race-day schedule.

Training plan and timing

The official date is not confirmed. Choose a plan that fits your current training and available time, then set the race date when the organiser confirms it.

Confirm the next race date with the organiser before choosing a training start date.

  1. StartDate pending
  2. Build20 weeks
  3. Taper3 weeks
  4. Race dayTo be confirmed

20-week plan option

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  • 14-week plan
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  • 16-week plan
    Confirm the race date before choosing a start date.
  • 24-week plan
    Confirm the race date before choosing a start date.

Need a printable plan? Download the Marathon training plan PDF.

Race-day strategy

  • Start conservatively and use effort when terrain, wind, or crowding changes.
  • Rehearse the same pacing cues during key sessions.
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Race-week logistics

Use the current organiser guide for schedules, transport, cutoffs, equipment, and other time-sensitive instructions.

Current details to confirm: start schedule, expo, bib pickup, transport, cutoffs, equipment rules, entry price.

Start logistics

Confirm the exact distance day, start time and venue in the current participant guide.

Confirm waves, check-in, transport and access after the organizer publishes current instructions.

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FAQs

Is the next full-distance race confirmed?

Rijeka Run’s current programme lists a half marathon on April 10, 2027 at 16:00 from Korzo, alongside a relay and shorter races. It does not confirm a new full-marathon category for this older Rijeka Marathon listing.

Can I use the previous edition’s date for travel planning?

No. The next edition can move or be discontinued. Use an exact date announced by the organizer for this race and distance before booking non-refundable travel.

How should athletes train while the race date is pending?

Build repeatable general marathon training, then anchor the specific block after an exact date is published.

How many weeks until this race 2027?

The next exact race date is not confirmed in this guide. Check the linked organizer page before anchoring a countdown, taper or travel booking.

What changes preparation for this race?

Rijeka Run’s current programme lists a half marathon on April 10, 2027 at 16:00 from Korzo, alongside a relay and shorter races. It does not confirm a new full-marathon category for this older Rijeka Marathon listing.

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