Distance
21.097 km
Date and Time
The race, both competitive and non-competitive recreational/sporting, will take place on Sunday, December 20, 2026, on a course measured and certified by AIMS–World Athletics and FIDAL, with the start at 9:00 a.m.
Participation and Entry
The Half Marathon – La Pisanina 2026 is open to Italian and foreign athletes born in 2008 or earlier, who fall into one of the following categories:
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FIDAL-registered athletes;
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Italian and foreign athletes holding a RunCard (valid as sports insurance and a competition permit), and athletes registered with a Sports Promotion Body (Athletics Section) holding a RunCard–EPS, limited to persons aged 20 and over who hold a valid medical certificate of competitive fitness specifically for athletics, which must be submitted (also digitally) to the organizing clubs for each event;
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Italian/foreign athletes not registered in Italy holding a membership card from clubs affiliated with foreign athletics federations recognized by World Athletics. At the time of entry, they must alternatively submit a self-declaration confirming possession of a World Athletics–recognized membership card. The self-declaration must, in any case, be signed in original form when collecting the race bib;
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Foreign NON-REGISTERED athletes who will participate only in the non-competitive recreational/sporting category. These foreign athletes will be insured by the organization upon signing a waiver, will be entitled to all services, but will be excluded from the rankings and from the prize money, in any form (cash or in-kind).
What is required to register
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Entry form;
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Payment;
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FIDAL membership card, foreign World Athletics membership card or EPS card and RunCard EPS or RunCard, and a medical certificate for competitive activity.
How to register
Online only on www.maratonadipisa.com
Participation is not allowed under any circumstances for athletes who are not registered or who do not have proof of payment.
Half Marathon 2026 Fees
Fees can be consulted directly on the registration form.
The organization reserves the right to temporarily suspend, or close early, registrations once the maximum number is reached in order to guarantee all services.
A maximum of 4,500 athletes is planned: 2,200 in the Marathon and 2,300 in the Half Marathon. Any communication will be published on www.maratonadipisa.com.
Non-Participation and Refund of Entry Fees
In case of non-participation, entry fees are not refundable under any circumstances.
However, athletes unable to take part will be offered two alternatives, which must be communicated to the organization no later than December 9, 2026:
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Transfer the entry to the Pisa Marathon 2027, upon payment of a €10.00 administrative fee at the time of the new registration. This transfer to the following year’s edition may be used only once. The transfer to the 2027 edition is not cumulative with other fee reductions.
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Transfer the entry to another person, upon payment of a €10.00 administrative fee and by returning the confirmation email received.
The person pre-registered in 2026 or registered as a replacement must complete a new entry form with all personal information, membership details and submission of the medical certificate. A new available bib number will be assigned, with access to the available start grid at that time.
The transfer to another athlete may be used only for the 2026 edition and in any case only once. The transfer of the entry to another person is not cumulative with any other fee reductions.
In case the event is cancelled due to force majeure, entries may be transferred to subsequent years, up to no more than 3 editions, provided they are confirmed each time through new forms accepting the rules of the chosen edition. It will be possible to transfer entries to other persons as above with a €10.00 supplement.
If documentation is incomplete, an email will be sent indicating what is missing or must be supplemented (proof of payment, valid FIDAL card on race day, valid medical certificate of competitive fitness for athletics on race day, etc.).
Participants must go to the Marathon Expo Village to collect their bib, together with an identity document and any additional documentation requested.
Race Bib and Race Pack Collection
Athletes may collect their bib:
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Friday 18 from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Saturday, December 19, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
at the Marathon Expo Village.
To collect the bib, athletes must show a valid ID and any documentation required in the confirmation letter (membership card, RunCard, valid medical certificate of competitive fitness).
The bib and race pack of only one (1) other participant may be collected, provided a delegation and a copy of their ID are presented. No one may collect more than one bib/race pack with delegation.
Services
All registered participants are entitled to: race pack, refreshments, medical assistance, finisher medal, downloadable online certificate, and official timing with finishing order. Only athletes properly registered with the federation and foreign athletes registered with World Athletics may take part in the final cash award ceremonies.
Start
Meeting time in the start area is 8:00 a.m. in Largo Cocco Griffi.
The start is at 9:00 a.m.
Access to the start pens is allowed from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. Late arrivals will be invited to start in the last grid at the back of the race.
All athletes must be ready and inside their start grid by 8:45 a.m.
It will not be permitted to enter a start grid different from the one indicated on the race bib. Once inside their grid, athletes will no longer be able to exit.
Starting from a grid behind the assigned one will be allowed.
Times may change according to any provisions issued by security and police authorities.
Bib Number
The race bib is personal and it is forbidden to exchange it with other competitors, under penalty of disqualification.
The bib must be attached to the front of the race shirt, clearly visible. The text on the bib must not be covered under any circumstances, under penalty of disqualification.
Time Limit
The time limit for the half marathon (km 21.097) is set at 3 hours and 15 minutes.
Athletes running slower than 8:30 min/km must comply with the rules of the Highway Code.
Timing and Chip
Timing services will be provided by Evodata using a MyLaps microchip inserted in the bib, allowing you to record your actual (net) time.
The chip is strictly personal and cannot be exchanged.
“Real time” will start when crossing the start line and end when crossing the finish line. Rankings, based on gun time, will be made official after validation by the Technical Delegate / Appeals Judge.
The bib, and therefore the MyLaps sensor, must not be removed for any reason, under penalty of exclusion from the rankings.
Showers and Changing Rooms
No showers and/or changing rooms are provided.
Bag Drop
Bag drop will take place in the Via Duomo area, in spaces designated for this service, divided by bib number groups, starting at 7:00 a.m. The official bag will be deposited in the designated areas by service staff. It is mandatory to attach the sticker with your bib number (provided at the Expo) to the bag. Bag drop closes at 8:30 a.m.
Rankings and Awards
Two lists will be drawn up: the one according to FIDAL circulars for the competitive race, eligible for the cash prize money governed by these rules, and the list of finishers in the non-competitive race.
The first 10 overall men and the first 10 overall women will be awarded. The first 3 overall men and the first 3 overall women will be called to the podium. No awards or prizes are предусмотр for age-group categories. Prize recipients (overall and Italian-only) must complete the administrative and tax forms that the organization will send in the days following the event (to be requested at: segreteria@maratonadipisa.com).
Prize Money
OVERALL (MEN / WOMEN)
1st: 300 / 300
2nd: 200 / 200
3rd: 150 / 150
ITALIAN ATHLETES BONUS (MEN / WOMEN)
1st: 80 / 80
2nd: 60 / 60
3rd: 40 / 40
The first 3 overall men and the first 3 overall women classified according to the official time will be called to the podium and awarded. No age-group awards or prizes are provided.
Image Rights and Data Processing
By signing the entry form for the Pisa Marathon, the athlete expressly authorizes the organization, free of charge, to use images, still and/or moving, portraying them and taken during their participation in the Marathon. This authorization is granted for an unlimited period and worldwide, for use in publications and various videos, including—by way of example and not limited to—promotional and/or advertising material, produced on any media.
The organization may also assign to third parties, including its institutional and commercial partners, the usage rights provided for in this agreement.
In compliance with applicable laws, the organization may provide its institutional and commercial partners with profiling data usage rights as provided by the policy, subject to explicit acceptance by the registered participants.
Declaration of Responsibility
By signing the entry form, the athlete declares that they are aware of and accept the rules of the XVIII Pisa Half Marathon – La Pisanina, published on www.maratonadipisa.com. The athlete also declares, under their own responsibility, not only that they have stated the truth (art. 2 law 04/01/1968 no. 15 as amended by art. 3 paragraph 10 law 15/05/1997 no. 127), but also that they release the organizers from any liability, civil or criminal, for damages to persons and/or property caused by them or suffered by them.
Final Notices
The Organization of the Pisa Marathon and the La Pisanina Half Marathon reserves the right to supplement and update these regulations at any time, subject to agreement with the Regional Committee and the National FIDAL, in order to ensure the best running of the event—especially in conjunction with other side events—and/or following provisions issued by public order authorities. Any changes to services, locations and times will be communicated to registered athletes via the confirmation email, or published on www.maratonadipisa.com, the only official source.
Schedule Summary
Friday, December 18 (EXPO)
12:00 – 20:00 – Marathon Expo opening. Distribution of bibs, chips, race programs and race packs. Accreditations and passes for press, guests and staff. Information area, reception and hospitality. Side events and conferences.
Saturday, December 19 (EXPO)
10:00 – 22:00 – Marathon Expo opening. Distribution of bibs, chips, race programs and race packs. Accreditations and passes for press, guests and staff. Information area, reception and hospitality. Side events and conferences.
Sunday, December 20
07:00 – Bag drop opens in Via Duomo. Closes at 16:00
08:00 – Start grids open for participants
08:30 – Bag drop deadline
08:45 – Start grids close
09:00 – Race start
11:30 – Start of Half Marathon and Pisa Marathon awards
12:15 – Half Marathon time limit (3 hours 15 minutes)
15:30 – Event closure
General Course Information
Athletes will run the course measured by FIDAL and AIMS–World Athletics (start, Lungarni, Porta a Mare district, La Vettola, San Piero a Grado, Via Bigattiera, Tirrenia, Marina di Pisa, Viale D’Annunzio, Porta a Mare, Ponte della Cittadella, Via Roma, Via Santa Maria and Piazza del Duomo).
Refreshments every 5 km.
It is strictly forbidden to receive assistance along the course from acquaintances providing liquids or food outside the official aid stations and/or outside the tables set up by the Organization, under penalty of disqualification. The organization forbids the presence on the course of people without a bib (on foot, by bicycle or any other means) and may avail itself of traffic and municipal police authorities to remove them from the course and possibly report them (for fraud, sporting fraud, or endangering the safety of properly registered participants).
The organization shall not be held responsible in any way in case of damage or injury to persons who unlawfully enter the course (without a bib, by bicycle or otherwise). Fully asphalted course.
COMPLAINTS
Any complaints must be submitted in compliance with FIDAL and R.T.I. regulations. For anything not provided for in these rules, FIDAL and World Athletics rules apply.
TriO Eventi S.S.D a R.L.
Andrea Rosa
President, TriO Eventi S.S.D a R.L.
