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Lake Maggiore Half Marathon

Stresa, Lombardy, Italy

calendar_today 07 Mar, 2027

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sell €30.00 – €45.00

About the Event

Discover the enchanting shores of Lake Maggiore, where runners embark on a 21-kilometer journey that weaves through scenic coastal paths and historic towns. The Borromean Gulf provides an awe-inspiring backdrop as participants navigate from the picturesque town of Stresa to the charming Pallanza. Each stride immerses you in the blend of natural beauty, rich history, and exhilarating pace.
This route is not just a race; it's a dream come true for runners seeking both challenge and wonder. In 2018, this half marathon witnessed an extraordinary moment when one runner set a record-breaking time of 59 minutes and 6 seconds, placing second among the best times in Italian running history.
Experience firsthand why this event is hailed as a must-see on any athlete's calendar, with its seamless blend of breathtaking scenery and competitive spirit.

Races Offered

10 KM

Mar 07, 2027

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Running

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246 days remaining

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€30.00

Half Marathon

Mar 07, 2027

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Running

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246 days remaining

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€45.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for March in Stresa.

thermostat Temperature

5.7° / 14.2°

wb_sunny Feels like

2.8° / 12.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

7h 31m

water_drop Avg rainfall

7.7 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

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air Avg wind speed

5.6 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.8)

humidity_mid Humidity

71.4%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:35

nightlight Sunset

19:32

About Stresa

Learn more about the host city, Stresa.

Stresa is a small town on the south side of the Borromean Bay, a western arm of Lake Maggiore in Piedmont, Northern Italy. The Borromean Islands are a group of three small islands, Isola Bella, Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Madre, and two islets in the Borromean Bay and together totalling just 20 ha in area. They are very picturesque, especially the ornate palaces and gardens of Isola Bella and Isola Madre.