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Barcelona running boom and record marathon participation
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- Background
Barcelona marathon sets a new participation record in March 2025
The Zurich Marató de Barcelona on 16 March 2025 drew a record field of runners, confirming its place among Europe's biggest marathons.
- Background
Barcelona half marathon 2026 sells out and draws tens of thousands of runners
The Hyundai Mitja Marató de Barcelona was held on 15 February 2026 with tens of thousands of runners, among Europe's biggest half marathons.
Barcelona's half marathon sold out 40,000 places in just one week
Barcelona's 2027 half marathon filled all 40,000 bibs in about a week, while its marathon hit a record 37,000 runners. Here's why everyone wants to run there.