Budapest Marathon

The Budapest Marathon is one of Central Europe’s most popular running events, held each October in Budapest. The race offers runners a spectacular course through the Hungarian capital, crossing the Danube and passing iconic landmarks such as the Parliament Building, Chain Bridge, and Heroes’ Square. With a mix of historic scenery, flat sections, and lively crowd support, the Budapest Marathon attracts both international competitors and local runners. Race weekend typically includes multiple distances such as the full marathon, half marathon, relay races, and shorter community events, creating a festive citywide celebration of running.