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Krakow Welcomes Marathon Runners

Krakow Market Square
Krakow Market Square

The ninth Krakow marathon gets underway in five weeks time, as the Polish city welcomes competitors from around the world.  The 26.2 mile race gets underway on 25 April and takes in the Polish capital of culture’s beautiful old town, as well as the banks of the Vistula River beneath the gaze of the Wawel Castle.

A fixture in the city since 2002, the Cracovia Marathon attracts more runners and spectators every year. And participants who successfully complete the course, along with four other qualifying Polish marathons in two calendar years, will also receive a Crown of Polish Marathons badge.

For more information visit the official Cracovia Marathon website at www.cracoviamaraton.pl

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Marathon & Kayaking in Ljubljana

Entries are being accepted until 20th October 2009 for the Ljubljana Marathon which will take place on the 25th of October.  Local and foreign runners will take to the streets for the 14th year with the choice of three courses – a full marathon, half marathon, or a 10.5km fun run.  In 2008 more than 13,000 runners took part in the event.

Ljubljana
Ljubljana

The marathon route takes runners through Ljubljana’s Old Town and the green outskirts of the city.  Numerous spectators line the route to support and encourage the runners taking part.  Prospective competitors can find full details including entry costs and a route map on the website www.ljubljanskimaraton.si.

While runners gather their strength at ‘pasta banquets’ on the eve of the marathon, water sports enthusiasts will be putting themselves to the test on 24th October in the 3rd International Kayaking Marathon.  Kayakers and canoeists will test their strength on various courses between the city centre bridges on the River Ljubljanica.  The longest course measures almost 20km, while recreational canoeists can choose between courses of 5km and 9km.

Previous entrants to the Ljubljanica kayak marathon have included medal-winners from the canoeing world championships. For information and entry forms for this event, contact the Kayak Association of Slovenia by emailing kajak.zveza@siol.net.

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