Košice Peace Marathon

The Košice Peace Marathon is one of the world’s oldest continuously held marathons and a historic centerpiece of European road racing, taking place each year in Košice, Slovakia. First run in 1924, the race winds through the city’s charming medieval center, broad boulevards, and leafy parks, offering a fast and scenic course with a deep sense of tradition. The event typically features a full marathon, half marathon, relay races, and community runs, drawing elite athletes and thousands of recreational runners who come to experience both competition and heritage in one of Central Europe’s most iconic marathon settings.