Türkiye İş Bankası 20th Istanbul Half Marathon
About the event
The course is a swift, flat route along the beautiful coast of the Sea of Marmara on Istanbul's European side, holding a prestigious World Athletics Gold Label. With perfect running conditions, it's an excellent opportunity for a fast pace or a smooth entry into the racing season. Starting and finishing in Balat, the path provides stunning views of iconic landmarks like the Blue Mosque and Topkapı Palace.
While in Istanbul, take time to explore beyond the race itself. This vibrant city offers a rich culture and history, with attractions such as the Hagia Sophia, the mesmerizing Swirling Dervishes Show, and the bustling Grand Bazaar in Beyazıt. Prepare for an athletic challenge and an unforgettable experience!
Races offered by this event
You have 9 weeks to prepare
10K
10 km
Half Marathon
21.097 km
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Fastest Half! 21 km 97,5 m long no-altitude Historical Peninsula race course of İstanbul Half Marathon enables runners attending the race to do their personal best! 8 Thousands Years at 21 km! A unique experience is waiting for you in the Historical Peninsula, which hosted the world’s oldest civilizations for thousands of years along the race course! The Historical Peninsula Race Course It is perfect for 21K run… This race course, which has no altitude difference, offers athletes a unique opportunity to achieve their best. However, this is not the only feature that makes this race course unique: The Historical Peninsula race course, surrounded on one side with the view of the Marmara Sea, the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn, and on the other side with a historical texture dating back to 8,000 years, gives runners no choice but to enjoy the race. Race Course Information The starting point of the Istanbul Half Marathon Race Course is the LANGA bus stop in front of the Yenikapı rally area in FATIH District. The race, which starts from here, will pass the Galata Bridge along the coastal road, Kennedy Street, Kumkapı, Cankurtaran, Catladıkapı, Sarayburnu, Sirkeci lights, Eminonu and Karakoy direction. The race making a “U” turn from the lights at the end of the bridge will be run from Eminonu, Unkapanı, Cibali, Abdulezelpasa Caddesi, Ayvansaray, Halic Bridge to Yenikapı using the same coastal road in the opposite direction by making a “U” turn from the FATIH District border and will end at the starting point.
Start address
Aksaray Mahallesi, Yenikapı İstasyonu, 34096 Fatih/İstanbul, TurkeyFinish address
Aksaray Mahallesi, Yenikapı İstasyonu, 34096 Fatih/İstanbul, TurkeyRoute map
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