10 Marathons to Run in Europe in 2022

Here, at Lady With Sneakers, we will explore the top 10 marathons to run in Europe in 2022

Running a marathon in 2022 is one of the best ways to temporarily get your mind off everything that had been going on in the previous two years. It will take a lot of preparation and effort to complete a marathon successfully. Therefore, you will spend a lot of time focusing on something other than the global Covid-19 pandemic, which can only benefit you psychologically.

However, keep in mind that preparing for and running a marathon is not something just anyone can do. First and foremost, you’ll have to be both physically and mentally ready to be able to run for tens of kilometers at a time. Secondly, you’ll need to choose the right marathons to run, as well as organize your life around competing in one. We are here to help you out with picking the best possible marathon, so make sure that you read our guide.

Funchal marathon

One of the first marathons in Europe in 2022 is the Funchal marathon in Portugal. This marathon is held annually, and it takes place in the city of Funchal. There are three types of races you can participate in Funchal:

• The full marathon – 195,00 meters (6:30h)
• The half-marathon – 097,50 meters (4:30h)
• The mini-marathon – 900 meters (3:30h)

The Funchal marathon is run on a flat course, and it attracts athletes from all around the world. This is the first marathon you should be trying to complete in 2022, and you won’t have much time left to sign up for this one since it is scheduled for January 23rd. Still, if you’ve already started preparing, there’s more than enough time to apply!

Jerusalem marathon

This marathon will be held in Jerusalem on the 25th of March 2022. It is one of the largest marathons in this geographical location, and over 30,000 people are estimated to run it in 2022.

What’s more, even some of the most elite athletes in the world will be participating this year, and it will be a perfect opportunity for you to run alongside them.

The distance of the full marathon is 42,2 km, half-marathon 21,1 km, but that is not everything — there is something else for running enthusiasts as well. For instance:

• 10 km Competitive Race
• 5 km Competitive Race
• Family race (1.7 km)
• Community race (800 m)

There is plenty of time for you to prepare to run in Jerusalem in 2022, and running a marathon there should definitely be at the top of your to-do list.

Rock&Roll Lisbon marathon

We are back in Portugal once again for the Rock&Roll Lisbon marathon; however, this one is set for the end of 2022. It takes place on October 9th in 2022, and it is one of the finest late Autumn marathons you can run in 2022.

There are three types of marathons once again, and they are:

• The full marathon — 195 km
• The half-marathon — 098 km
• The mini-marathon — 5 km

The registration period closes on October 4th, 2022, and the prices for participating are 80 euros for the full marathon, 60 for the half-marathon, and 40 for the mini-marathon.

You will definitely enjoy running the Rock&Roll Lisbon marathon, and we highly recommend that you check it out at least.

The next most exciting in the list of our top10 marathons to run in Europe in 2022 ir the incredible Rome marathon

Rome marathon

What better way to start the Spring season than with a good marathon? The Rome marathon takes place on March 27th, 2022, and there are two races you can participate in this year:

• The full marathon — 195 km
• The half-marathon — 098 km

If running through Rome sounds like a good idea to you, you will have to submit your application no less than a week before the event. There is nothing better than taking the freedom to run in the streets of Rome along with other athletes and competitors.

We highly recommend taking your time to make a decision about this since it might be an experience of a lifetime.

Athens marathon

Greece is said to be the birthplace of marathon runners and the place of origin for the first competitive marathon some 2500 years ago. What better way to celebrate that fact than to actually run in Athens on the 13th of November in 2022?

Around 15.000 people will be running this marathon in 2022, and you should see if you want to be one among them. Good professional athletes and regular casual marathon runners alike will compete in:

• The full marathon — 41 km
• The half-marathon — 5 km

However, the Athens marathon is known for a 10 km uphill run, and you’ll definitely need to bring your A-game if you wish to complete it. Unlike most marathons, you won’t be running on a flat surface throughout, and this might be too much for some. Still, if you prepare properly, it should be very doable!

Berlin marathon

Yet another Autumn marathon in 2022, the Berlin marathon, will take place on September 25th, 2022. This incredible marathon will finish near the famous Brandenburg Gate, and there are many events to choose from, for instance:

• Power-walking;
• Hand-biking;
• Wheelchair-riding;
• Children’s marathon.

Germany offers some of the finest events, and the Berlin marathon is definitely something you should at least check out or consider doing in September this year!

Marathon Du Medoc

The French Marathon Du Medoc will take place in late Summer, on September 10th, 2022. This marathon is considered to be “the longest marathon in the world”, not due to the distance but because of the activities the participants will encounter along the way. They include:

• Musical breaks (with 50 orchestras scattered around the running course);
• 23 stops for wine-tasting;
• Oyster tasting (when you reach the 38th kilometer);
• Steak tasting (when you reach the 39th kilometer).

This marathon is definitely one of the craziest marathons ever, and it’s a great novelty to try if you are bored of the same old marathons.

Tallinn marathon

This marathon, unfortunately, is taking place at the same time as the Marathon Du Medoc — September 11th, 2022. Thus, you’ll have to choose between one or the other if you wish to participate.

However, there are three distances you can run – 42 km, 21 km, and 10 km, so if you are more into it for sports or athletic purposes, then the Tallinn marathon is the perfect choice for you.

Volkswagen Prague Marathon

On the top 10 marathons to run in Europe in 2022 is the Volkswagen Prague Marathon, the incredible marathon takes place in Prague on May 8th, 2022, and is the biggest marathon in the Czech Republic. We highly recommend checking it out since this is one of the seven fastest marathons in the world.

There is only one race — the full marathon (42.195 km) and the city of Prague offers an amazing route to run through.

Vienna marathon

The famous Vienna marathon will take place on April 24th, 2022. This is the largest marathon in Austria, and if you are free during the month of April, we highly recommend that you consider partaking in it.

The event is split into three parts:

• The main race — 42.195 km;
• The half-marathon — 098 km;
• The relay marathon.

For everyone who is a marathon enthusiast, this marathon is something they will wholeheartedly enjoy. Not only does it take place during Spring, but it also offers you the opportunity to meet and run together with some of the world-class athletes. Don’t miss out on this one.

Belgrade marathon

The Serbian Belgrade marathon will take place on May 15th, 2022. If you have never visited Serbia, this marathon might be the perfect opportunity for you to do so.

There are two events — the full marathon (42.195 km) and the half-marathon (21.1 km). While the half-marathon will fully overlap with the main event (on the New Belgrade route), it is still a perfect opportunity for you to visit this amazing city.

Jungfrau marathon

If you are into mountain marathons, then the famous Jungfrau marathon in the Swiss Alps is the perfect choice for you. In 2022, this marathon will take place on September 9th, and it is a great opportunity for you to put your conditioning to the test.

Keep in mind that this is one of the harder marathons you will ever run, so make sure to bring both your stamina and endurance for this one. We don’t recommend this event for your first marathon due to high physical strain.

Conclusion

Running a marathon and ensuring that your mental and physical endurance is up to the challenge is one of the best feelings in the world. While you’ll need to be very fit and well-rested for these events, some marathons like Marathon Du Medoc might be an enjoyable experience as well.

However, we highly recommend running a mini-marathon or a half-marathon for your first time. Then, you’ll know if you’d be able to up the scale a notch or two and run a full marathon next time. We sincerely hope that our guide will help you pick the perfect marathon for your preferences. Good luck and have fun!