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May 2, 2024

Firenze (Florence) Marathon Runner Comments

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Course 4.3

Organization 4.0

Spectators 3.1

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Gerry van Klinken from Leiden, Netherlands (11/29/2011) "Perfect weather in 2011, stunning city course." (about: 2011) 2 previous marathons \| 1 Firenze (Florence) Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Superbly organised, great crowd support, and breathtaking (!) historic city route. And the weather this year 2011 was fine, cool and windless.
Jeff Knapp from New York City (12/5/2010) "Running through Art and History" (about: 2010) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Firenze (Florence) Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 3 This year's Firenze Marathon was cold, rainy and windy, but that didn't stop 8,000 marathoners from running. Where else can you run through such a historic, gorgeous city? The race starts up at Piazza Michelangelo and takes competitors through lush parks, past the Duomo and The Uffizi, across the Ponte Vecchio and along the Arno. It is well organized with power drinks, water, fruit and hot tea offered every 5K. Not too many spectators this year but who could blame them under these conditions? Great swag - especially the beautiful, quality medal featuring Dante Alighieri. The start and finish are conveniently close. I'd do this one again and again. It's especially recommended for art and history lovers!
M. S. from Manchester England (12/3/2009) "A special place and a special race." (about: 2009) 4-5 previous marathons \| 1 Firenze (Florence) Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 Set in one of the most beautiful cities in the world, this race did not disappoint. I combined the race with a few days of sightseeing and had a fabulous experience both in the city and in the Tuscan country side. The expo was organized and efficient - the information relaxed and accurate. The start was to die for - overlooking the city from Piazza Michelangelo, with clear blue skies and a really special, friendly atmosphere. The course was tight in a couple of places, and some of the cobbled streets meant you had to be a little careful. Plenty of well stocked refreshment areas with plenty of volunteers on hand. My only complaint about the course was the section that runs out and back again in the park at 30 to 38 KM - this felt like a bit of an add-on to make up the distance and there were no spectators to cheer you on just when you really need it. The finish was great, and if you are in a fit state to look around you in the square at Santa Crochem you will realize you have run in a very special place. Loved it!
Michael Ingram from Hertfordshire Gt Britain (11/30/2009) "Great city, best t-shirt, but a bun fight for flui" (about: 2009) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 Firenze (Florence) Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 3 A good marathon in so many ways, but what a pity that they cannot cater to the numbers. Online registration worked smoothly and the hotel booking scheme was a dream with a choice of hotels all geared up for runners (with early breakfast, late checkout and great prices). Thank you, Florence! One of the best starts ever as we looked over this historic city in the morning sun and then off we set. A crowded field of 10,000 took time to stretch out, and some of the streets were just too narrow to take it. My main gripe is about the drink stations. I still cannot understand why the world does not follow London and use bottles and pouches rather than cups; but given that everyone else seems to want runners to stop as they drink, at least you can make sure there is enough. The short stations just could not get enough water or electrolyte ready, so it was grab a cup and dunk away! Really irritating. On the positive side, the route was brilliant: flat, fascinating, and the sights of the Duomo and Piazza Signore were real heart-lifters. A bonus was the really stylish T-shirt (yes, Berlin - everywhere else gives them free). It was so stylish that it justifies running the race just to be able to wear one!
Paul Willoughby from Sydney, Australia (12/18/2008) "Renaissance running" (about: 2008) 6-10 previous marathons \| 1 Firenze (Florence) Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 For runners wanting fascinating city locations, it surely doesn't get much better than running in the footsteps of the Medici and finishing in front of the final resting place of Michelangelo, Galileo and Machiavelli. The race organizers say they will change the course in 2009 to reduce the elevation differential, but Florence is "una bellissima citta" and the good organization and infectious Italian spirit surely will remain. Italy has to be the easiest places in which to carbo load, and I recommend the Florence Marathon to anyone wanting to combine a marathon with a holiday with very enjoyable but potentially dangerous distractions (vino rosso, sambuca and climbing to the top of spectacular duomos).
Ivan Milatovic from London, England (12/3/2008) "Excellent experience!" (about: 2008) 2 previous marathons \| 1 Firenze (Florence) Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 5 Great organization - lots of energy drinks, bottled water, fruit, energy gels and tablets, although they could do with a few more refreshment points. The route is excellent - mainly flat, varied and you see all of Florence's sights. It's narrow at the beginning and in some streets in the center, but it's otherwise lovely. The crowds were the best part - the Italians really cheered you in the city center and spurred the runners on in the last couple of KM. Absolutely recommended, and good for a PB due to the relatively cool weather in which it is run.
l. r. from Bratislava, Slovakia (12/3/2008) "good marathon" (about: 2008) 2 previous marathons \| 1 Firenze (Florence) Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 This was a good marathon in a nice city. The course was very nice, but after KM 30, quite boring. Still, the start kit, organization and refreshments were great. I would recommend this marathon.
r. t. from scotland (11/29/2007) "great marathon" (about: 2007) 2 previous marathons \| 1 Firenze (Florence) Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 Great marathon with a very supportive crowd in a fantastic city. The organization of the race was excellent with plenty of support. The route was well planned with only a couple of bottlenecks due to the width of the streets, and finishing in the center was great, as the brilliant crowd and scenery spurred you on to finish on the red carpet!! Highly recommend this marathon - and have a great break at the same time as I did and enjoyed.
Wendy Stewart from Macclesfield UK (11/28/2007) "Great Event; Great City" (about: 2007) 3 previous marathons \| 1 Firenze (Florence) Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I would fully recommend this race. I have run in the London and Edinburgh Marathons; this event was well organized and the support was definitely there (and very respectful of the race and its competitors, no less). Highlights were running past the Duomo and the finish was beautiful, with red carpet laid out right by the Basilica of Sante Croce. The temperatures were also perfect, ranging from 14 to probably 16.
J. M. from London, England (11/28/2007) "First-class race in a beautiful city" (about: 2007) 6-10 previous marathons \| 1 Firenze (Florence) Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 1 Despite a couple of congestion points, cobbled streets and uneven surfaces, this was a first-class event. I think this cost me a few minutes on my time, but still well worth it. The course was flat and took in the majority of the city sights. And the best bit, the first 2 KM's are downhill and you don't have to run back up!!

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