We have prepared this article for you, where we will remind you of some basic organizational information, as well as address the situation caused by unfavorable weather conditions.
In Eurovea, the entire setup for Saturday’s dm women’s run is already taking shape. Today, we set up a large-capacity tent where, starting tomorrow, we will begin packing race kits for 6,000 runners. There’s a lot to look forward to!
We are closely monitoring the flood situation near the Danube, and as a result, we have adjusted the location for race number pickup. The originally planned location on the square behind the M. R. Štefánik statue has been changed, and the race number pickup will now take place inside Eurovea 2, on the ground floor near the skyscraper (the same location we used for the ČSOB Winter Series). First, you will pick up your race number, and then, approximately 50 meters from the number pickup area, you can collect your race kit in the outdoor large-capacity tent. This tent will also serve as a changing room and storage area for personal belongings on Saturday.
M. R. Štefánik Square, where the partner activities will be set up, is outside the flood risk area, and the water level of the Danube is expected to drop by the end of the week.
The Danube is expected to peak on Tuesday morning, with no significant rise thereafter. Nonetheless, we are closely monitoring the situation and have several contingency plans in place. Meteorologists are predicting the arrival of an Indian summer from mid-week, which is great news for the entire event.
The 4 km race route is already out of the flood zones, but some sections of the 10 km route still have water. Therefore, we have prepared alternative routes for the 10 km race in case the water level does not drop sufficiently. The final decision will be made on Thursday when we have a clearer understanding of the situation.
ORGANIZATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Registration (Race Kit Pickup)
Registration (race number pickup) will take place inside the Eurovea 2 building (near the exit by the skyscraper) at the following times:
- Thursday, September 19, 2024: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Friday, September 20, 2024: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday, September 21, 2024: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (at least 1 hour before your race start, but we recommend picking up earlier to avoid unnecessary stress)
IMPORTANT: The race kit, filled with goodies from dm drogerie markt, will be available at a different location— in a marked tent near the Eurovea Tower skyscraper, close to the exit of the building on Pribinova Street by the promenade (Note: not the Danube promenade, but on the opposite side of the building).
You can also pick up the race number and kit for a friend. Just have the confirmation of her registration/order forwarded to you by email. It’s enough to show it on your phone.
Start and Starting Corridors
Both disciplines will start using a wave start system to ensure maximum comfort for participants. This approach prioritizes your safety, a smooth run, and plenty of space on the course for you and your fellow runners.
You had the option to select your start wave during registration based on your estimated finish time as follows:
4 km Discipline (including the Mother-Daughter Run):
- A, 9:30 AM: Expected finish time over 30 minutes
- B, 10:15 AM: 28 – 30 minutes
- C, 11:00 AM: 26 – 28 minutes
- D, 11:45 AM: 24 – 26 minutes
- E, 12:30 PM: Less than 24 minutes + Nordic Walking
10 km Discipline:
- 3:00 PM – under 60 minutes
- 3:15 PM – over 60 minutes
If you didn’t choose a starting corridor during registration, don’t worry! You can select one of the available corridors during check-in. You can find the information about which corridor you chose (if any) in your order confirmation (note, this is not in the registration confirmation). If it’s not listed, you didn’t select one.
Have your running pace changed since registration? No problem! You can still start in the chosen corridor, regardless of whether you’ll be faster or slower. The main thing is to enjoy it!
The entry to the corridor is marked on the map below. After the start of wave A (9:30 AM), runners from wave B (10:15 AM) will move into the “warm-up corridor” well before their start. Runners from wave A will exit at the “exit corridor,” where they can pick up refreshments. Once the last runner from wave A has finished, runners from wave B will move to the “pink corridor.” Follow the instructions from the organizers.
The same process applies to waves C, D, and E – first enter the “warm-up corridor,” and after the previous wave finishes, runners will line up in the starting corridor.
Runners for the 10 km discipline will line up gradually: first, those starting at 3:00 PM, followed by those starting at 3:15 PM.
Technical Map – Coming Soon
Changing Rooms, Bag Check, Toilets:
The changing rooms and bag check will be open from 8:30 AM on the day of the event. Note: The location has changed compared to previous years. You will find the changing rooms and bag check right behind the “warm-up corridor,” near the place where you picked up your race kits.
Toilets will be available at this location as well. Additional toilets can be found inside Eurovea. Unfortunately, showers will not be available.
Maps
The course maps for each discipline can be found at THIS link.
Given the recent unfavorable weather conditions, there may be changes to the race routes. If this happens, we will inform you via the website www.bratislavamarathon.sk and on Bratislava Marathon social media channels.
Refreshments on the Course and at the Finish Line
On the 10 km course, there will be a refreshment station with water around the halfway point, under the Lanfranconi Bridge. After crossing the finish line, finish-line refreshments will be available at the exit from the corridor.
Event Photos:
The event will be covered by professional photo service Get Pica. After the event, participants who gave consent during registration will receive a link to their personal photo album at the email address provided during registration. 📨
DON’T THROW AWAY YOUR RACE NUMBER! If you are unsure whether you gave consent during registration, keep your race number and visit www.getpica.com. After free registration, enter the code (note: not the race number!) from the QR code on your race number.
Please don’t cover your race number with extra layers of clothing to ensure that your photos can be correctly assigned. If you like your photos, you’ll have the option to purchase them individually or as a bundle.
Dm Zone, Partner Activations, and Shop
On M. R. Štefánika Square, partner stalls will be available for you to enjoy while waiting for your start. The dm zone will be open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, offering not just a space to relax but also:
- dm bistro for refreshment and energy replenishment,
- beauty zone for beautiful nails and hair,
- a peek behind the scenes of dm as an employer,
- creative workshops, where you can take home small keepsakes,
- a prize wheel,
- a discussion corner about menstruation and period poverty,
- a tattoo studio,
- photo spots and a creative message wall,
- engraving of finish times on medals for runners,
- and a corner to entertain young running fans.
Don’t forget to visit our shop, where you can purchase souvenirs not only from this event but also from other running events we organize. It will be located in the check-in area on the ground floor at the end of the Eurovea 2 building.
Traffic Restrictions and Access to the Event:
We’ve prepared information on traffic restrictions on race day, as well as parking options, in an article HERE.
We recommend arriving by public transport. The nearest stops are Šafárikovo námestie, Nové SND, Malá scéna, and Landerevova. You can plan your arrival at www.imhd.sk.
