Maratona di Reggio Emilia Città del Tricolore
Race snapshot
Race Day
36–48°F · Feels cold
Total elevation gain
Relatively flat course · Net elevation change +0 ft
Participants
Medium-sized race
Crowd Rating
Good crowd energy
The Lowdown
The Maratona di Reggio Emilia Città del Tricolore is a FIDAL-certified marathon held every December in Reggio Emilia (formally Reggio nell'Emilia), the Emilia-Romagna city credited as the birthplace of the Italian tricolor flag. Organized by Tricolore Sport Marathon, the 30th edition takes place on December 13, 2026, starting and finishing along Corso Garibaldi in the historic center before the 42.195 km route heads out into the surrounding countryside toward Montecavolo and back. A companion Mezza Maratona del Tricolore starts later near Montecavolo and joins the marathon course for its final stretch, with shuttle buses running from race headquarters at PalaBigi. The 2025 edition drew roughly 3,500 finishers across both distances. Corso Garibaldi closes to traffic from Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon to accommodate the course, and race weekend includes an expo and packet pickup at PalaBigi.
Questions about the Reggio Emilia Marathon 2026
When is the Reggio Emilia Marathon 2026?
Sunday, December 13, 2026.
Where is the Reggio Emilia Marathon?
Reggio Emilia, Emilia-Romagna, Italy.
What time does the Reggio Emilia Marathon start?
The race starts at 9:00 AM, local time.
What is the Reggio Emilia Marathon time limit?
6 hours.
How do I enter the Reggio Emilia Marathon 2026?
Registration is open. Ways in: Online registration via the official site, followed by email confirmation with payment instructions; Discounted 'San Valentino' promo registration each year from February 1-15.
How much does the Reggio Emilia Marathon 2026 cost?
Marathon: €42. Mezza Maratona del Tricolore (Half Marathon): €30.
What is the Reggio Emilia Marathon elevation gain?
90 m (295 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 m (0 ft). Relatively flat course.
What is the Reggio Emilia Marathon course like?
It passes Corso Garibaldi, Piazza della Vittoria and PalaBigi.
What is the weather like at the Reggio Emilia Marathon?
Race-day temperatures are usually 2–9 °C (36–48 °F). Feels cold.
How many runners does the Reggio Emilia Marathon have?
3,500 participants. Medium-sized race.
Is the Reggio Emilia Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.
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