THE 25-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE MARATHON IN HAVANA IS AN EXCELLENT TIME FOR ALL ATHLETES OF THE REGION AS WELL AS INTERNATIONAL GUESTS. THE EVENT MANAGEMENT WILL PUT ALL THEIR ENERGY INTO THIS EVENT TO MAKE IT BECOME A HIGHLIGHT IN THE HISTORY OF RUNNING SPORTS IN CUBA.
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On 20 November is coming to the launch to the International Marathon Marabana in Havana to the participants from many parts of the world. Time will be taken mainly for the marathon and half marathon, as well as for the distances of 5, 10 and 15 kms. The route passes through many areas of the city, along the waterfront Malecon overlooking the bay of Havana, old, stately buildings, the old town with its wealth of colonial buildings (modeled after the Capitol in Washington), past monuments like the Capitolio, the Cabana fortress at the harbor entrance, the famous Hotel Nacional, the Revolution Square, the Parque Central - places and spaces, which reflect over 400 years of history and architecture!
A day before the marathon takes place, the internationally recognized project Maracuba mobilizes over 1,000,000 runners in the country and is the largest running event in the World: a simultaneous launch of runners and walkers of all ages, in hundreds of communities, remote and mountainous regions to distances over 3000m . Each runner is thus part of a memorable running experience.
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CUBA STAR TRAVEL organizes a fascinating sports travel for runners participating in the MARATHON or HALF MARATHON, participation also is possible for 5, 10 and 15 km routes. For blind runners with a guide and wheelchair users we offer inscription in the appropriate classes. For this we work closely with the association and organizers and provide our own tour guide. Dream beach of Varadero or the island paradise of Cayo Largo? Following the marathon event, we offer high quality travel packages to relax and bathe. Everything on favorable terms from the experts! |
Facts about the route
ROUTE: The route of the marathon and half marathon AIMS / IASF certified and runs over 21.975 km.
Start and finish are at a point, it is clear that the track the distance of 42.195 km.
PERMITTED TIMES: Marathon 5 hours, half marathon 3 hours
TIMING: electronic and manual
SOURCE: All 3 km of water points and medical care
BEST TIME: 2:13:37 Men, Women 2:43:29
Half Marathon - Men 1:04:10, 1:14:56 Women
Facts on climate
The capital shows in November mainly warm days, 22 ° C, with low thermal fluctuations.
During November, a lower sun elevation is noted, which is associated with decreased radiation and reached its highest value at 12:00.
It can take cold fronts from the north east of the coast, to cool the air to some degree and produce increased sea surf on the notorious Malecón and wet parts of this route. According to statistics, 2 to 3 cold fronts are possible with a duration of 1-3 days are possible during the month of November.
For participants from Europe (or countries with cooler climate) the transition from cold to warm climate produces a much higher load on the blood circulation. It is strongly recommended to achieve acclimatization before participating in the run. This has been taken care of in our travel plans.
Facts for Runners
PARTICIPATION: Participation in the marathon or half marathon with official chronometry.
ADMISSION: Conventional runners, disabled runners
(Wheelchair users, blind people with guide, deaf)
Approved sports equipment are racing wheelchairs and hand cycles
CLASSIFICATION MEN:
Free - under 30, Sub-Master 30-35, Master A 36-40, B Master 41-45, Master C 46-50, D Master 51-55, Master E 56-60, F Master 61-65, Master G over 66 years
CLASSIFICATION WOMEN:
Free - under 30, Sub-Master 30-35, Master A 36-40, B Master 41-45, Master C 46-50, D Master 51-55, Master 56-60 E
AWARD CEREMONY: The absolute first 3 places for male and female participants and the first 3 places in each class for the marathon and half marathon. Special prices for deaf or blind participants and wheelchair users.
CERTIFICATE: a certificate with time, general placing and placement according to classification
A medal and a shirt of the event
On request, medical check before and after the race
DONATIONS FOR CUBAN ATHLETES
We will collect donations for the Cuban runners, dedicated to competitive athletes as well as to young athletes, male and female. Running shoes which are still useable, functional clothing and heart rate monitors are welcome.
Contact: Mario Claus,
Phone.: +49-30-32766102
or by mail: info@cubastartravel.com
