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Wizz Air Budapest Marathon
Budapest · Oct 11, 2026
A stunning Danube marathon through the "Pearl of the Danube." The October course crosses between Buda and Pest via historic bridges, passing the magnificent Parliament building and Buda Castle with the river glittering below.
Date
Oct 11, 2026
Difficulty
Moderate
Elevation
~120m elevation gain
Field Size
18,000 runners
Course
Starting from Heroes' Square, past Parliament, Chain Bridge, Buda Castle, and along the Danube, finishing at the stadium
Tips
- •October temps around 8-18°C, crisp autumn — beautiful running weather
- •The Chain Bridge and other bridges offer spectacular views — but mind the inclines
- •Pre-race visits: Parliament, Buda Castle, Széchenyi Baths, Ruin Bars
- •Thermal baths are the ultimate post-race recovery — Széchenyi is iconic
Pearl of DanubeParliamentChain BridgeThermal Baths