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The marathon covers a single loop of 42.2 km on closed city roads, measured by FIDAL, the Italian Athletic Federation. It sets off from Piazza Daniele Manin in the centre of Pisa and finishes beside the Leaning Tower. Runners can enter the competitive race, which counts towards the FIDAL/IAAF ranking, or the non-competitive race run with tourist-sporting goals.
Starts from Miracles Square in the centre of Pisa
Finishes next to the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Path measured by FIDAL, the Italian Athletic Federation
Single loop through centuries-old streets and historic landmarks
Flat road course through one of Italy's most captivating cities
Qualification
Start / Finish
Piazza Daniele Manin, Pisa (start area near Miracles Square in the centre of Pisa); the 4 mile run also starts in the city centre
Leaning Tower of Pisa, Piazza del Duomo, Pisa, Province of Pisa, Italy
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What you get
Finisher medal
Finisher t-shirt
Chip timing
Race photos
Goodie bag
Event T-shirts
Pacers
Drink stations
Nutrition stations
Bag drop
Toilets
Single use timing chip
On the day
Toilets
Bag drop
Marshals on course
First aid on course
Before you enter
Other questions
The competitive marathon and half marathon count towards the FIDAL/IAAF ranking list and allow you to compete for a prize, but you must hold membership of a sports federation affiliated to IAAF, or get the FIDAL Runcard and provide a copy of a medical certificate that allows you to take part in competitive races under Italian law, with proof submitted. The non-competitive entries are for runners with tourist-sporting goals: you register online and fill in and sign the Pisa Marathon liability waiver form before or during bib collection, and you will receive your time but it is not recognised as an official time.
Yes. The 4 mile run is a non-competitive family event open to anybody, and you can enjoy the beauty of the city centre of Pisa either by running or walking.
Registration closes on 14 December 2026. Prices step up during the entry period, with the current discounted price step valid until 30 November 2026.
Yes, pacers are provided as part of the entry for the marathon and half marathon, alongside drink stations, nutrition stations, medical assistance, bag drop and toilets.
Yes, the age limit for the marathon, the half marathon and the 4 mile run is 18 years and over.
Pisa, Italy
Saturday, December 19, 2026
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€69
entry fee