You can find the timetable here.

The event takes place at Pázmány Péter Promenade, near ELTE Budai Campus.

• From Déli pályaudvar (Southern Railway Station): Take tram 17 or 61 to Móricz Zsigmond körtér, then take tram 4 to Petőfi híd budai hídfő, and walk on Pázmány Péter Promenade (approximately 600 m).
• From Keleti pályaudvar (Eastern Railway Station): Take metro M4 to Móricz Zsigmond körtér, then take tram 4 to Petőfi híd budai hídfő, and walk on Pázmány Péter Promenade (approximately 600 m).
• From Nyugati pályaudvar (Western Railway Station): Take metro M3 to Corvin negyed, then take tram 4/6 to Petőfi híd budai hídfő, and walk on Pázmány Péter Promenade (approximately 600 m), or take tram 4/6 to Petőfi híd budai hídfő, and walk on Pázmány Péter Promenade (approximately 600 m).

Click here to see the BKV (Budapest Transport Company) schedule.

Arrive by bicycle; we provide supervised bicycle storage on the event day!

Parking: There are few parking spaces in the surrounding streets, which fill up early in the morning. It’s better to choose more distant but secure parking options. Larger parking areas near the race center:

• Paid parking at the Kopaszi-gát parking lot; from here, it’s about an 800-meter walk to the race center.
• Free parking at the Lurdy Ház parking lot; from here, take tram 1 across Rákóczi Bridge for 2 stops (Infopark stop), and then walk about 500 meters to the race center.

The event center will be set up in the northern block of the ELTE Lágymányosi Campus.

At the event, in the race center:

• October 13th between 12:00 and 18:00
• October 14th between 7:00 and 18:00
• October 15th between 7:00 and 8:30

You will be allowed to access the race number pickup tables as soon as one of the tables becomes available. The race number pickup tables are not organized by race number, so you can approach any available table. IMPORTANT: Make sure you know your race number when you line up at the tables.

If you do not know your race number, you can look it up in the starting list next to the appropriate distance using your name.

Dressing Rooms:

The men’s dressing room will be set up in the southern block of ELTE Lágymányosi Campus. The entrance will be through the doors on the side facing the main stage of the building. The women’s dressing room will also be located in the same building. The entrance will be through the doors on the side of the building farther from the Danube.

Cloakroom:

The cloakroom tents will be set up in the grassy area next to the northern block of ELTE Lágymányosi Campus. In the tents, you can drop off your bags according to your race number range, which will be indicated with signs. The cloakroom ribbon will be placed at the bottom of your race number. The runner should detach this ribbon from the race number in advance and securely attach it to the bag using the safety pin provided in the race package, ensuring it doesn’t fall off. To make it easier to detach, it’s recommended to fold the ribbon along the perforation line multiple times. You can drop off your bag only at the tent corresponding to your race number, but you don’t have to wait for the organizer working there to take it. You can place it in the designated area in front of the tent, delineated by barriers. After reaching the finish line, our colleagues will hand out the bags according to the race numbers.

OPENING HOURS:

Bag drop-off: between 7:00 and 8:30 Bag collection: between 11:30 and 15:00

Attention! We do not provide valuables storage in the cloakroom.

Bicycle Storage:

Bicycle storage will be set up on the riverside of the southern block of ELTE Lágymányosi Campus.

Restrooms:

Restrooms located in the basement can be used near the men’s and women’s dressing rooms. You will find mobile restrooms near the start/finish area, with portable urinals available for men. Mobile restrooms, along with portable urinals for men, will also be available at the refreshment stations and relay points along the route.

Prior to the start, everyone is kindly requested to position themselves in the appropriate start zone according to their planned pace (minutes per kilometer) to avoid disturbing other runners.

• Zone 1: Within 4:30 pace (within 1:03:00 for 14 km) (marked with „1” on the race bib, before the number)
• Zone 2: Between 4:30 and 5:00 pace (between 1:03:00 and 1:10:00 for 14 km) (marked with „2” on the race bib, before the number)
• Zone 3: Between 5:00 and 5:30 pace (between 1:10:00 and 1:17:00 for 14 km) (marked with „3” on the race bib, before the number)
• Zone 4: Between 5:30 and 6:00 pace (between 1:17:00 and 1:24:00 for 14 km) (marked with „4” on the race bib, before the number)
• Zone 5: Between 6:00 and 6:30 pace (between 1:24:00 and 1:31:00 for 14 km) (marked with „5” on the race bib, before the number)
• Zone 6: Above 6:30 pace (above 1:31:00 for 14 km) (marked with „6” on the race bib, before the number)

The start zone markings are the same for participants in the 14 km segment, individual marathon runners, 4-person relays, and marathon duos. For relays, the pace of the first team member determines the placement.

In this event, everyone is only allowed to enter the start zone corresponding to their pre-determined planned pace. This is intended to reduce the initial chaos during the first kilometers after the start and unnecessary overtaking. When runners of the same pace start from the same zone, the beginning of the race will be more calm and predictable. The placement in the correct start zone according to the planned pace is facilitated by an adhesive label on the race bib, which will be checked upon entering the zone. The number on the label matches the zone number. For relays, the team’s first member will have the zone sticker on their bib.

Everyone can only enter the start zone corresponding to the zone number on their bib. Those who haven’t provided a planned pace can request a label at the race center before the start. Without a start zone label, you can only enter the last start zone.

Place the pacing flag indicating your target pace at the end of the designated zone, which means you should position yourself towards the start gate from the entrance.

After entering the zone, proceed towards the start gate so that those arriving after you can also position themselves within the zone.

We will open the start zone gates 25 minutes before the start and close them 5 minutes before the start. After that, you can only position yourself at the back of the field.

If you encounter a runner with an incorrect label in your start zone, kindly ask them to choose the start zone that matches their estimated finish time, to avoid confusion and potential accidents.

Rules for Wheelchair and Handbike Participants:

If they complete the distance under their own power, they can start from the front of the field, 1 minute before the official start. They should position themselves at the start line from the route-side gate, no later than 5 minutes before the start. Upon entering the start line, they must sign a declaration that they will not overtake the leading motorbike escort while adhering to the rules. They can proceed from a designated point on the route at their own pace towards the finish line. Wheelchair and handbike participants completing the distance with assistance can position themselves in the designated zone according to the indicated pace during registration.

Staggered Start at the 38th SPAR Budapest Marathon® Festival:

Participants of the 14 km distance will be started in multiple waves, with each wave starting within a 3-minute interval. At the front of each wave, organizers will be present to lead the participants to the starting line. After reaching the starting line, we will start the wave approximately 4.5 minutes later, and the same procedure will be followed for later waves.

Between waves, the start zone gates will not be opened.

Equipment left in the start zone will be collected immediately after the start and will be donated to the Hungarian Red Cross for charitable purposes.

Distance: 14,140 m

Route:

Participants of the SPAR 14 km will complete the first 14,140 m lap of the SPAR Budapest Marathon® route.

Pázmány Péter promenade – Budai Alsó quay – Entry to Döbrentei Square quay – Várkert quay – Ybl Miklós Square – Apród Street – Attila Avenue – Alagút Street – Clark Ádám Square – Fő Street – Jégverem Street – Bem quay – Árpád Fejedelem útja – Northern descent of Margit Bridge – Margit Bridge – Jászai Mari Square – Southern descent of Jászai Mari Square quay – Lower quay of Pest – Közraktár Street – Fővám Square – Liberty Bridge – St. Gellért Square – Műegyetem quay – Pázmány Péter promenade

Kilometer Markers: Kilometer markers will be placed at a height of 2 meters along the route. This will allow you to monitor your progress and ensure that you complete the distance at the pace you have planned and trained for

The participants of the SPAR 14 km will also be supported by the pacers of the 42.2 km distance, aligning with marathon target times:

• 3:30-hour target time (consistent pace) 
• 3:45-hour target time (evenly slowing pace) 
• 4:00-hour target time (evenly slowing pace) 
• 4:15-hour target time (evenly slowing pace) 
• 4:30-hour target time (evenly slowing pace) 
• 4:45-hour target time (evenly slowing pace) 
• 5:00-hour target time (evenly slowing pace) 
• 5:15-hour target time (evenly slowing pace) 
• 5:30-hour target time (evenly slowing pace) 

• At the refreshment stations along the route, we will provide 1 cubic meter collection containers primarily for collecting empty cups. You will find these containers on both sides of the route, following the last refreshment table.

• The last container will be placed 50 meters after the end of the station, and this will be indicated by a separate sign. Please make sure to dispose of any waste from the refreshment station into this container.

• Any waste generated along the route should not be scattered. Please place it in the containers provided at the refreshment stations.

• At the refreshment stations, we will not hand you cups filled with water or isotonic drinks. You are responsible for taking these from the tables yourself. Under no circumstances should you place used, empty cups back onto the refreshment tables!

• Refreshment stations can often pose challenges. Do not attempt to squeeze between two runners for a quick drink or snack. Adhere to basic etiquette during the race as well. Wait your turn and remember that there are often fewer people towards the end of the station. Take only what you need, as there may be runners behind you who need refreshments even more.

• If weather conditions warrant, we may set up additional temporary water stations along the route.

• After crossing the finish line, you can collect your medal first, followed by your finisher’s package.

The cutoff time aligns with the marathon distance’s cutoff time.

The closing bus follows the field, and when the bus catches up to a participant, they must board the bus. Their race number will be marked, and they will not be allowed to enter the finish area.

The pace of the closing bus is:

The timing provider is AGNI-Timing.

The timing is done using UHF chips attached to the back of the bib number. Please read the information about chip usage!

Bib Number Wearing Rules: The timing is conducted through timing mats (antennas) placed on the ground, which detect the signal transmitter placed on the bib number from a distance of approximately 2-3 meters. The timestamp is recorded when the strongest signal is detected (when passing over the mat).

To ensure successful recording of individual times, please observe the following rules:

The bib number must be worn visibly throughout the race, on the abdomen/chest area. (Bib belt holders are allowed.) Covering or concealing the bib number is prohibited. Do not remove, fold, or pierce the chip located on the back of the bib number. Everyone should ensure that they wear their own bib number during the race. After crossing the finish line, please leave the timing point as soon as possible.

We will award prizes to the top 1-3 male and female finishers.

The awards ceremony is based on the order of arrival at the finish line (gross time). The results displayed on the website (based on net time) might show different rankings.

Top 1-3 male and female wheelchair and handbike participants will receive material gifts.