31. 5. 2025
19:00
3 × 5km
1 × 6.0975km
Mattoni Half Marathon České Budějovice – Relay is sold out. Thank you all for your great interest and we look forward to seeing you on May 31, 2025 in České Budějovice.
Experience the magic of South Bohemia’s capital. České Budějovice is a must-run destination for any runner.
The Mattoni České Budějovice Running Festival will take you on an unforgettable route through the heart of the historic center. Start at the second largest square in the Czech Republic and let yourself be carried away by the unique atmosphere of the city. During the race, you will encounter numerous historic buildings and unique places that make České Budějovice so special.
Click on the image to view the map in full size.
Here on mapy.cz you can see and also download GPX format.
Mattoni Half Marathon České Budějovice format GPX (the entire race)
(export button can be found on right side of the map right under height profile)
| Participants | 1 – 60 | 61 – 140 | 141+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic fee | EUR 120 | EUR 140 | EUR 160 |
| Volitelné doplňky | Price |
|---|---|
| Early Care Society | EUR 10.00 |
| Engraving on a medal | EUR 10.00 |
| Race photos | EUR 17.90 |
| adidas t-shirt | EUR 32.00 |
| I’m running for trees donation | EUR 10.00 |
Friday 30. 5.
Saturday 31. 5.
All properly registered runners are assigned starting numbers about 2 weeks before the race. An email is also sent to everyone with information about the assignment of the start number. Exceptions are family runs, where competitors are assigned starting numbers only on the spot when issuing starting numbers.
If you did not receive the email, log in to your Runners ID and check if you have a start number in the “My Races” field. If this did not happen, there is probably a problem, so contact us at [email protected]. Please don’t forget to check your SPAM folder.
When picking up the start number, you will be asked to present a document for identity verification, an ID or similar document with your name and photo is sufficient to prove your identity. The race number can be collected on behalf of an authorized power of attorney or by authorizing another person to collect online via Runners ID.
It will be possible to authorize another person to pick up your starting number online until the opening hours of the Running Expo.
Picking up starting numbers in Prague
You can also pick up the starter pack only for the competitive runs (not the dm family run) in Prague at Running Mallu, Františka Křížka 11, 170 00 Prague 7. (map here)
Map of the Running Expo
When picking up the start number, you will be asked to present a document for identity verification, an ID or similar document with your name and photo is sufficient to prove your identity. The race number can be collected on behalf of an authorized power of attorney or by authorizing another person to collect online via Runners ID.
It will be possible to authorize another person to pick up your starting number online will be possible until the opening hours of Running Expo.
It is strictly forbidden to use any means of transport during the race, or to go on the course with a child’s pram, run with dogs or carry children.
Participation in the race is at participants’ own risk. More information about race rules
Your start number must be fixed visibly on your chest.
Safety-pins will be included in the envelope containing your start number.
Timekeeping will be tracked through chips, which are attached to the back of the start number, and which must not be removed at any time during the race. NO CHIP = NO TIME! The chip is disposable and is not returned after the race.
The limit for reaching the finish line is 3 hours (for Mattoni Half Marathon České Budějovice) and 50 minutes (for Vodafone 5k Run) from the start of the race (start signal by the starter). The time limit is indicated for each kilometer on the race map. Runners after this time must, for safety reasons, leave the track on the instructions of the organizer and end their participation in the race.
The start will take place on the nám. Přemysla Otakara 2. You can find exact transport connections on the website of the transport company of the city of České Budějovice.
You can find more information about traffic restrictions in individual car transport in the Waze application.
The division into corridors is determined by the expected time in registration and the timeliness of your registration. Your corridor is according to “Group” on your start number. Available only for runners with the start number.
Will be available at the start, the finish, in the technical area and along the course. If you need to call an ambulance, ask a volunteer or call the emergency services on number 155 and tell them your start number.
If you are not feeling well or have recently been ill it’s best to not take part in the race. You are entering the race at your own risk.
Along the course there will be several medical points and ambulance points. Also, there will be mobile bike groups with AED.
On the back of your number fill in all important information about your state of health for the case of medical assistance.
In cooperation with our partner HEDVEA, we are bringing the first online health card for runners in the Czech Republic – a simple system that can save lives in an emergency.
Take part in the race only in excellent health and after adequate preparation. We recommend that you undergo a specialist check-up and pay close attention to your current state of health.
Please fill in the health information on the back side of your start number and a contact person in case emergency.
In cooperation with our partner HEDVEA, we are bringing the first online health card for runners in the Czech Republic – a simple system that can save lives in an emergency.
In cooperation with our partner HEDVEA, we are bringing the first online health card for runners in the Czech Republic – a simple system that can save lives in an emergency.
STEPS after purchasing a RunCzech race:
Comment:
There will be several stations on the track. Please, throw all the waste in the marked places and directly into containers. This ensures efficient recycling.
Zones for throwing cups from refreshment stations will be specially marked on the track. Please respect these zones for cups and dispose of other packaging (e.g. energy gels, pet bottles, etc.) only in these zones. It is strictly forbidden to throw packaging outside the marked zones.
Location: nám. Přemysla Otakara 2.
openning/closing time: 2:00pm – 4:50pm (Vodafone 5k Run)
openning/closing time: 6:00pm – 11:00pm (Mattoni Half Marathon České Budějovice)
Changing rooms, a storage room, toilets and showers – you can find all this in the technical facilities. Entry is only possible for participants with a starting number and will be controlled.
Location: nám. Přemysla Otakara 2.
openning/closing time: 2:00pm – 4:50pm (Vodafone 5k Run)
openning/closing time: 6:00pm – 11:00pm (Mattoni Half Marathon České Budějovice)
Located in the technical area. Hand over your belongings to a volunteer standing at the appropriate box corresponding to the last two digits of your bib number. Maximum accepted size of bags 25×45×70 cm. Larger luggage cannot be accepted for capacity and safety reasons.
Toilets are available at each refreshment stations and water points, in the technical facilities and in the start and finish areas.
Location: nám. Přemysla Otakara 2.
openning/closing time: 2:00pm – 4:50pm (Vodafone 5k Run)
openning/closing time: 6:00pm – 11:00pm (Mattoni Half Marathon České Budějovice)
Changing rooms, a storage room, toilets – you can find all this in the technical facilities. Entry is only possible for participants with a starting number and will be controlled.
Results will be published after the race as soon as possible. The ranking is done according to the official time which is counted from the start of the race. You can contact us if there is a mistake in your result within 5 working days after the race. Don’t forget to provide the name of the race, your start number and as many details as possible.
In the team race the official result of all team members is added up. Please follow the instructions of the organizers and volunteers! Thank you.
Photos is provided by witisi.photo. Photos can be pre-ordered during race registration or after the race, you can find and order your photos on this page: photo.runczech.com.
Anyone who pre-orders photos during registration will receive a link to the finished photos by email after the event.
If you have any problems, please contact witisi.photo support at email: [email protected]
You can also find photos from the race in our Gallery.
The first runner starts together with the other Karlovy Vary Half Marathon categories at 7:00 PM on the nám. Přemysla Otakara 2.
Corridor D is designated for the 2Run and relay categories. If you start from a different corridor, your entire team may be disqualified! No relay baton will be used for the handover.
No relay baton will be used for the handover.
Exchange (5 km) – Husova Třída
Exchange (10 km) – Nádražní
Exchange (15 km) – Vodní
At the exchange zone, please enter the designated corridor and wait for your teammate.
Exchange zones are marked on the race map.
Please pay attention to the graphic representation of the exchange zones!
You (Runner B) wait for your teammate (Runner A) in the designated corridor at the exchange zone, just before the timing mat.
Once you see your teammate approaching, both of you run together toward the mat.
You must cross the timing mat at the same time. The mat is black and placed on the ground.
Runner A finishes in the area behind the mat, and you (Runner B) continue to the next exchange or to the finish line.
1 bus, exchange points at 10 km and 15 km:
Arrival at 18:25 at the stop U Zimního stadionu. The bus will wait for 15 minutes and then departs at 18:40 from the stop U Zimního stadionu. It will head to a single final location on Pekárenská street, between Vodní and Nádražní streets, where it will stop at a location outside the running course. Runners for both the 10 km and 15 km exchange points will be dropped off here and will walk a few hundred meters to their respective positions. The bus will wait at this location until the last runner at the 15 km mark passes through. Estimated return of the bus is around 21:30.
Team members are not allowed to swap bib numbers.
Under no circumstances may the order of runners on each leg be changed. The order listed on your registration form must be followed during the race.
Changes to the order are only possible if the runner who did registration completes a rebooking.
While waiting for your teammate at the exchange zone, do not approach the timing mat.
Please follow the instructions of the organizers and volunteers to ensure the race runs smoothly. Thank you!
Good luck!
