Instructions for the Virtual version are provided below.
Dear running friends!
This Saturday, January 11th, we will officially kick off the jubilee year with the Bratislava Marathon! 🎉 The ČSOB Winter Series 2025 continues with the popular Epiphany Edition. 👑
After the holidays, it’s the perfect time to test your fitness—grab your running shoes and favorite outfit.👕 Special bonus: For the 5 km and 10 km disciplines, wear a T-shirt from any of our previous events, and you’ll have a chance to win a Garmin 165 watch! ⌚
We’re excited to see you there!
Event Information for Saturday
➡️ Race location: Draždiak Haus (Grand Hotel Pressburg Bratislava), Antolská 3715/2 (near Hospital)
➡️ Start times:
- Kids’ races: From 10:15 AM (15 minutes earlier than last year’s start time)
- 10 km: 11:00 AM
- 5 km: 11:10 AM
➡️ Bib collection:
- Friday, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Eurovea 2, inside the shopping center on the ground floor (near the skyscraper entrance)
- Saturday, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM: At the event base near Draždiak
We kindly ask Bratislava participants to collect their bibs on Friday if possible. If you are collecting a bib for someone else, simply bring the forwarded email confirmation of their registration.
➡️ Universal bib for series participants:
If you registered for the entire series, you received a universal bib at the St. Nicolas Edition. Use this bib for all subsequent races in the series. If you missed the first race, you can collect your universal bib during the presentation for your first event in the series.
For lost or damaged universal bibs, please contact us well in advance of the next race for a replacement.
➡️ Starting Corridors:
Due to the high number of participants, the start will occur in three waves, with a 1-minute gap between each:
- Wave 1: 5 km under 27 min, 10 km under 49 min
- Wave 2: 5 km (27:01 – 32 min), 10 km (49:01 – 56 min)
- Wave 3: 5 km over 32 min, 10 km over 56:01 min
❗ Participation in the starting corridors is voluntary, but we kindly ask runners to line up according to their realistic performance levels. ❗
➡️ Start/finish location:
Both the start and finish will take place within the Draždiak Haus area in front of the reception (NOT inside the building).
➡️ Start and Finish Line: The start and finish of the race are located within the “Draždiak Haus” area – see the photo below. The event facilities, as well as the start/finish location, will be inside the area in front of the reception (NOT inside the building).
Maps for 5 km and 10 km disciplines are available here under the “Race Day – Venue Map” section. Children will run either inside the Draždiak Haus area or along the path by the Danube branch, depending on their age.
➡️ Changing rooms and bag storage:
Available near the registration area from 10:00 AM on Saturday.
➡️ Refreshments and Medals:
A refreshment station with water will be available at around the 5 km mark on the 10 km course. At the finish line, every participant will receive a medal, Mattoni water, and hot tea. If tea is temporarily unavailable, it will be prepared shortly.
➡️ Photos:
Photographers will be on the course and at the finish line—don’t forget to smile! Your race bib includes a special QR code that allows the Getpica photo service to assign photos to you. Please don’t cover your bib with clothing layers or throw it away after finishing! You’ll need it to access your photos at www.getpica.com. Photos can be purchased individually or in a discounted set.
➡️ Marathon Shop:
Our shop will be available during registration on Friday, offering ČSOB Winter Series 2025 merchandise (buffs, headbands, T-shirts, socks, medal stands, etc.) and partner products. A limited selection will also be available at Saturday’s registration.
➡️ Awards and Raffle:
- Kids’ results announcement: after the start of the 5 km race, approximately at 11:15 AM
- 5 km and 10 km results announcement: approximately at 12:20 PM
- Raffle: held after the main category results are announced
➡️ Raffle:
To enter, run 5 km or 10 km wearing a T-shirt from our events (including previous years) or accessorize with a headband or buff from this year’s Winter Series. Main prize: Garmin 165 watch! ⌚
🎫 How to get a raffle ticket?
- You’ll receive your ticket at the finish line. If overlooked, please report us in the medal distribution area.
- Extra chance: Buy merchandise from the Winter Series stand to get an additional tombola ticket.
After the awards ceremony for the main disciplines. Participants must be present to claim their prize.
➡️ How to Get to the Start Line:
We recommend arriving by foot or public transport. The nearest bus stops are Ľubovnianka and Nemocnica Antolská (check schedules at www.imhd.sk).
Parking: Draždiak Haus is private property, and vehicles are not allowed inside. You may park in nearby residential areas or at St. Cyril and Methodius Hospital. Note that some parking areas may have fees.
We look forward to seeing you there! 🎽
➡️ When can I complete my selected distance?
You can run your chosen distance of 5 km or 10 km, or the children’s distance according to age, anytime between Thursday, January 9th, 2025, and Sunday, January 12th, 2025.
➡️ How can I record my run?
You need to track your run using a GPS-enabled running watch or a mobile app that allows you to create a GPX file of your activity.
We’ve prepared instructions for downloading GPX files from various watches and running apps for adults.
Check the manual here: https://bratislavamarathon.sk/aaa/
➡️ How do I upload my run record?
Children’s races are non-competitive, so no recording is required. After your child finishes their run, parents should log the result in the results system using the link provided in the registration confirmation email. Enter the recorded time in the format hours:minutes:seconds, e.g., 00:02:15.
For the 5 km or 10 km distances, upload your GPX file using the link sent in the registration confirmation email.
For guidance on uploading your run record, visit: https://bratislavamarathon.sk/manual-nahratia-bezeckeho-vykonu/
➡️ By when do I need to upload my result?
You can upload your result anytime after completing your run, but no later than midnight on Monday. After that (Tuesday morning), the system will no longer accept submissions. Don’t leave it until the last minute!
➡️ What should I pay attention to?
- We count the total time from the start to the end of your run. If you take a break during your run, this time will be included in your overall result.
- You can run your chosen distance anywhere, but the elevation must not be negative, i.e., you cannot run more downhill than uphill.
- Running on a treadmill is prohibited!
➡️ How will I receive my medal?
Your participation medal will be sent to the address you provided in the registration form.
We’re excited to have you join us! Enjoy your run!
