Are you planning your next international race but feeling the pinch of rising travel costs? We have fantastic news for your marathon calendar and your wallet!
According to a brand-new global study by online running retailer SportsShoes.com, the Warsaw Marathon is officially the 2nd most affordable marathon in Europe. The comprehensive research analyzed the true cost of running 175 marathons globally, factoring in race entry fees, local accommodation, and transport.
Key findings:
- Unbeatable value: The total average cost to run the Warsaw Marathon (entry, hotel, and transport) is just 489 PLN (approx. £100 / €115).
- Beating the Majors: Warsaw offers a premium, big-city marathon experience at a fraction of the cost of major races in London, Paris, and Berlin, which command premium entry and accommodation fees.
- Poland dominates: Eastern Europe is officially the best destination for cost-effective racing. Warsaw is joined in the top 4 by our friends at the Krakow Marathon (3rd, 528 PLN) and Poznan Marathon (4th, 548 PLN)!
For context, the most expensive race on the list – Switzerland’s Zermatt Marathon – comes in at a staggering 2,406 PLN for the weekend. Only Bulgaria’s Sofia Marathon (479 PLN) narrowly beat Warsaw to the top spot.
Conclusion? Obvious: why break the bank when you can break your PB on the fast, historic, and vibrant streets of Poland’s capital? Plan your ultimate runcation today and experience world-class organization without the world-class price tag.
