The first edition of the Rome Half Marathon, the half marathon organized by RomaOstia and RCS Sports & Events, will take place on Sunday 20 October. 500 bibs still available before the registration fee increases.
The panorama of Italian half marathons is enriched with a new event which will touch on the most scenic points of the capital. The proven combination between RCS Sport Events And RomeOstia has in fact announced the organization of the first edition of Rome Half Marathon which will take place on Sunday 20 October. An event that promises to soon become a must for running enthusiasts, thanks to a route that enhances the historical and artistic heritage of Rome.
The competition will start from the evocative setting of the Colosseum and will wind through some of the most emblematic places of the city, such as the Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, the Pantheon and the Baths of Caracalla, offering participants the opportunity to run in a real museum open sky. The itinerary was designed to combine sporting challenge and scenic beauty, with sections that will allow you to best express your athletic abilities in an urban context that is unique in the world.
The Mayor of Rome, Roberto Gualtiericommented on the initiative with enthusiasm: “The first half marathon organized among the wonders of our artistic heritage is another great challenge to enhance the beauty of our city through a major international event that brings together running, culture, tourism and attention for health.”
In addition to the half marathon, the event will include a charity relay and the Longevity Run, a non-competitive 5 kilometer run, promoting the importance of sport as an element of well-being and prevention. These initiatives are supported by the Policlinico Gemelli IRCCS Foundation, which will offer free check-ups and raise awareness of correct lifestyles.
Paolo BellinoCEO of RCS Sports & Events, underlined the added value that this new initiative brings to the city: “It is an interesting opportunity for Rome which will be able to enrich its schedule of sporting events, attracting more and more audiences and runners from all over the world. world.”
With over 3500 bibs already booked (a large percentage of foreigners), the Rome Half Marathon promises to be a celebration of athletics and culture, highlighting the international attractiveness of Rome as an ideal city for large-scale events.
“The Rome Half Marathon started very well, attracting Italian and foreign runners – he commented Laura DuchiRace Director Rome Half Marathon – We are very excited for this new adventure and we will try to involve the city with a series of satellite events that will accompany us throughout the year and which will combine sport with other themes dear to us, such as prevention and the promotion of a healthy lifestyle”.
Info and registration: www.romehalfmarathon.it
