Lattelecom Riga International Marathon

Date: May 17th, 2015

Place: Riga

Highlights:

The first Riga marathon organized by the Riga City Council took place 24 years ago – in 1991. In recent years the race has achieved popularity in the international marathon community, attracting participants from countries far and wide. Last assembled the record number of participants – there were 18 180 participants from 59 countries.

Since 2012 Riga Marathon has been awarded the prestigious International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) Road Race Bronze Label. Nordea Riga marathon at the moment is the first race in Northern Europe to receive this award. If you have never been to Riga then marathon or half-marathon could be a good reason to visit one of the most beautiful cities on the Baltic Sea coast. The route leads through the very center of Riga City and runners can enjoy the charm of the old Hanseatic Town. Marathon and half-marathon runs take place simultaneously and there is a special 5km run for beginners and supporters.

Contact information:

More info: www.lattelecomrigasmaratons.lv/en/

E-mail: marathon@necom.lv