Videos from the race
Thank you to all runners and partners for your support! This wouldn’t be possible without you. We look forward to seeing you at the start of our RunCzech series races.
The next edition of the Generali Prague Half Marathon will take place on April 3, 2027. We will inform you when registration opens.
The race is over.
Thank you all for participating! Results will be available on our website. All runners became part of the RunCzech Halfs project. You can find more information about this serie on our website.
the first Czechs (women)
the first Czechs (men)
Results will be uploaded continuously on our website, and we’ll keep you informed.
Finish (women)
Finish (men)
11:15 – ENG: The winners will receive special trophies created by the Czech glassworks Ajeto.
It’s done! Rodrigue Kwizera sped up in the second half of the race and clinched victory with a time of 58:16!
Rodrigue Kwizera takes the lead! At the 18 km mark, he broke away from his last competitor. The Burundian champion is aiming for a sub-59-minute finish.
The top Czech runners covered 10 km in 30:39, so all three are on pace to attack their personal bests. We’re sure to see some historic times today.
A breakaway is forming in the men’s race. Rodrigue Kwizera and Samwel Masai look set to battle it out for the victory.
Rodrigue Kwizera continues to dominate the field; the elite lead group now consists of six runners. Tadese Worku is looking very strong.
Czech number one Tereza Hrochová is also performing excellently. At the 10 km split, she is still on pace for a personal best and the second-fastest time in Czech history!
The split time of the leading men at the 10 km mark is 27:50, indicating a projected finishing time of around 58:40.
Jan Friš, Matěj Zima, and Adam Szymanik are competing for the title of the best Czech runner.
In the women’s race, Kenya’s Caroline Gitonga is leading, working together with a designated pacemaker.
The elite split time at the 5 km
The course runs along the Vltava River, past iconic landmarks such as the National Theatre, Dancing House and Old Town Square. The atmosphere along the route is enhanced by the Marathon Music Festival with fourteen live music stations.
Czech race records
Men: 1:03:23 Jiří Homoláč (2017)
Women: 1:11:01 Eva Vrabcová Nývltová (2018)
The Generali Prague Half Marathon has just started!
The race was ceremonially opened by Prague Mayor Bohuslav Svoboda to the sound of Smetana’s Vltava, which traditionally gives RunCzech starts a unique atmosphere.
A total of 17,000 runners from 117 nationalities have set off on a fast course that runs along the Vltava River and through the historic city center. The race boasts an exceptionally strong elite field as well as outstanding historical performances.
The men’s course record is 58:24, set here in 2024 by World Half Marathon Champion Sebastian Sawe.
The women’s record of 1:04:52 was set in 2017 by Joyciline Jepkosgei and was a world record at the time.
The start is approaching!
The 26th edition of the Generali Prague Half Marathon will kick off at 10:00 a.m. You can watch the race live on ČT Sport or on the RunCzech website.
The race holds the World Athletics Elite Label awarded by the World Athletics Federation, is part of the prestigious SuperHalfs series of European half marathons, and since 2025 has also been included in the RunCzech Halfs series, a purely Czech series of five RunCzech half marathons.
Feeling hungry after the run?
Head over to the Bageterie Boulevard food truck or Cibule bistro for a tasty soup. Show your race bib at Bageterie and get 20% off the entire menu.
Need to recharge? The adidas and Birell chill zones are here for you.
Fun for young runners? Visit the Košík and Vodafone booths, where you’ll find plenty of entertainment for the whole family.
Want a memento from the race? We have two special photo walls: at the adidas photo wall, take a picture with the race route map—perfect for your family album or social media, and at the Mattoni photo wall, scan your chip and take a photo with your name and time as a perfect keepsake of your achievement.
The race also features the Marathon Music Festival, creating a unique atmosphere with fourteen live music points along the entire course.
Today is the nameday of Soňa
We have 4 in the start list and another 14 with similar names Sonia, Sonja, etc.
A total of 53 runners are celebrating their birthdays today. We wish you all the best!
Race day is here!
Follow the instructions on our website. Don’t forget to arrive at the start on time and adjust your clothing to the current conditions.
Watch the race live on ČT Sport (With Czech commentary) or on our website with English commentary of Tim Hutchings.
Link for ČT Sport (With Czech commentary) can be found on this page: iVysílání
The start of the Generali Prague Half Marathon is tomorrow at 10:00 AM at Bubenské nábřeží.
We recommend arriving well in advance, as 17,000 runners and their companions will also be heading to the start. Please pay close attention to the instructions on our website.
RunCzech Halfs
The Generali Prague Half Marathon is part of the RunCzech Halfs series, linking five half marathons across the Czech Republic. Runners who complete half marathons in Prague, Karlovy Vary, České Budějovice, Olomouc and Ústí nad Labem will receive a medal and a place in the RunCzech Halfs Hall of Fame. Progress can be tracked via the digital Runners ID profile, where the interactive medal unlocks and achievements can be shared.
Running Doctors
RunCzech has created a specialized group called Running Doctors, who will take part in the race just like all other participants, but their main role will be to monitor runners and provide assistance in case of medical issues.
Sport, health, and solidarity — we run together. That is the motto of the new RunCzech Running Doctors project. These are qualified healthcare professionals who also have appropriate running abilities. Thanks to their race experience combined with their professional expertise, they are able to act quickly, calmly, and effectively directly in real race conditions.
The doctors will be positioned along the course based on their pace, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the entire route.
1,482 volunteers are helping to ensure the smooth running of the event.
adidas Shakeout Run
Get ready for the race at the adidas Shakeout Run, starting at 5:00 PM from Terasa 67 at the Exhibition Grounds. The run is about 4 km, and after returning to the rooftop, enjoy refreshments and music from a DJ.
Notice: High Attendance at the Expo
The expo is currently very busy, and entry is being managed in waves to ensure smooth and safe processing for all visitors. We recommend considering a later arrival to allow for a more comfortable pick-up of race numbers.
The expo will remain open until 21:00, so there is ample time to collect your race pack. If you are already on your way, you may use the time for lunch or a short break.
Refreshment and refreshing stations on the course
Along the half marathon course, there will be 6 refreshment and refreshing stations, with an additional one after the finish line. Starting from the 5th kilometer, runners will find refreshment stations approximately every 2.5 km. Each station will provide Mattoni water. Refreshment stations will also offer Gatorade isotonic drink, bananas and oranges, salt, and sugar.
Generali – The Human Safety Net
During the race, you can support the official charity, Generali – The Human Safety Net, and contribute to projects that help people in need.
Pacers
Pacers will be available on the course to help you maintain your pace and achieve your goal. The pacers are visibly marked with the times 1:24, 1:30, 1:40, 1:45, 1:50, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30. You can find them in individual corridors.
The Running EXPO continues today!
You can pick up your race bib today until 9:00 PM, or, in exceptional cases, on race day (March 28) from 6:30 to 8:00 AM.
Get ready for the race at the adidas Shakeout Run
Shakeout Run, starting on Friday 27 March, at 5:00 PM from Terasa 67 at the Exhibition Grounds. The run is about 4 km, and after returning to the rooftop, enjoy refreshments and music from a DJ.
Charitable organizations
This year, the Generali Prague Half Marathon once again demonstrates that running can go far beyond sport. Through participating charitable organizations, more than 1,000 registrations have been sold, resulting in a total financial contribution reaching millions of Czech crowns.
Behind every registration stands a runner, a personal decision and a meaningful act of support. By connecting their race entry with a charitable cause, runners have helped create a tangible and measurable impact. Thanks to this initiative, the participating charities have gained significant resources that can now be directed where they are most needed.
A number of charitable organizations took part in the resale program, and we would like to sincerely thank every runner who chose to run not only for a finish time, but also for a greater purpose.
The Generali Prague Half Marathon is therefore not just about crossing the finish line. It is about community, solidarity and real impact.
Visit partner booths in Pavilions C and E and the SuperHalfs zone in Pavilion D.
Are you heading to the EXPO to pick up your race number? Don’t forget to visit the adidas booth with its new running apparel collection, take part in competitions for valuable prizes at Garmin, or recharge your devices at the Vodafone power bank rental station. You can also support a good cause by purchasing The Human Safety Net socks from Generali.
Partner booths can be found in halls C and E, while hall D is dedicated to the SuperHalfs project.
The Running EXPO is now open!
The best way to get to the venue is by tram to the Výstaviště Holešovice stop or by metro (Line C) to Nádraží Holešovice station, from where it’s just a short walk.
Pick up your race number at Pavilion E and check immediately after collection that all details are correct. If you notice any discrepancies, contact the organizers on site right away. Runners who purchased the official adidas race T-shirt during registration can collect it in Pavilion E together with their bib number.
The official race T-shirt will also be available for purchase in Pavilion C at the adidas stand, where you can also buy official Generali Prague Half Marathon hoodies and jackets.
Virtual goodie bag – special deals from our partners
Don’t forget to take advantage of the offers in our virtual goodie bag. The virtual pack contains special deals from our partners, helping us save paper and avoid giving each runner a set of flyers.
Show your GIGA support at the race
Surprise your running buddies on the Generali Prague Half Marathon with a personal message! We will show your message or picture on the Vodafone Cheering Point screen, right on the route – towards the end of the race for that final boost. Send your energy from afar and cheer your runners to a GIGA-level performance!
Support your runners throuh this page – Vodafone Cheering Point
Traffic information
The race through the city streets will also bring traffic and public transport restrictions. We are preparing measures to minimize the impact on everyday life in the city as much as possible.
On Saturday, March 28, during the Generali Prague Half Marathon, streets along the race route will be gradually closed from approximately 9:45 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. Parking along the route will be prohibited from 12:01 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. More extensive closures are expected around Holešovice Market, at the start and finish area in Prague 7.
All traffic information and the toll-free information hotline numbers can be found at the page: Traffic information
Running Expo – Generali Prague Half Marathon 2026
The Running Expo starts tomorrow at 10:00 at Výstaviště Praha. Come pick up your race number at the Křižík Pavilion E and find out everything you need to know about the race. Entrance to the Expo is through Pavilion C.
Race numbers can be collected during the Expo opening hours:
In exceptional cases, it is possible to pick up your race number on race day, March 28, from 6:30 to 8:00 at Výstaviště Praha.
Do not leave picking up your number until the last minute! It will not be possible to collect your number at the race start.
The race starts on March 28 at 10:00 AM at Bubenské nábřeží.
The official time limit is 3 hours after the last runners have passed through the start gate. There will be 17,000 runners from 117 nationalities, from which 58% are men and 42% women. The most represented countries are:Germany, UK, Spain, Italy, Denmark, Portugal. The most represented countries from other continents: South America: Brasil and Colombia, North America: USA and Mexico, Asia: India, Indonesia and Philippines.
The Generali Prague Half Marathon is one of the most prestigious races in the world.
It holds the World Athletics Elite Label Road Race and is founder and part of the SuperHalfs series, which brings together six leading European half marathons (Lisbon, Prague, Berlin, Copenhagen, Cardiff and Valencia).
Welcome to the Generali Prague Half Marathon, taking place this Saturday!
This year marks the 26th edition of the race, first held in 1999. Follow us for updates.
