Stockholm Marathon - Race Reviews

It was my 108th Marathon, and definitely the worst one. On a very hot day, with the Marathon starting at noon, the organizers didn't provide enough water. At least at half of the water stations, volunteers apologized 'Sorry, no more water!'. At one point, I ran into the Radisson Hotel to get some water there. Every runner around me looked severely dehydrated, many started walking at around 15K. I stopped running and walked from the 30km (which never happens to me), and luckily didn't end up in a hospital. So sad!

In 2023 it was great so I returned in 2024 and was very disappointed. They moved the time from 10 am to 12 pm on a very hot June 1, just so they could keep signing up racers up to the start. How amateur! As we waited to start, they kept bragging about how many more racers they had this year, expecting us to applaud. That extra amount was good for them, not for us. There was total chaos at many of the water stations. Bare tables with little kids holding a bucket of water in one hand and a cup in the other. Here was a "race" where you had to stop running and stand on line just to get a cup of water. At one point I actually drank the water meant for dunking your cap in. At the finish it was about 5 minutes of walking before I was handed a very warm bottle of water. Stay away from this marathon until they fix these problems!

INTRODUCTION: I am a race-walker with a median marathon completion time of 5:22:28. The Stockholm Marathon was my fifty-fifth 26.2-miler accomplished. COURSE: It was a great day for a marathon: overcast with trace precipitation, 18C (64 degF) for the noon start. The two loop course began adjacent to the 1912 Olympic Stadium north of City. The first loop, running counterclockwise, of the moderately undulating course offered us some views of a military academy, originally a castle that was a wedding gift to King Gustav III in 1866; City Hall, where the Nobel Prize festivities are held; the Royal Palace; Parliament; and the Stockholm waterfront. We began the clockwise second loop on the 15th kilometer, where we subsequently passed by fortress United States Embassy; went through three plus kilometers of the Animal Garden, originally a royal hunting ground; Old Town; the Vasterbron bridge over Lake Malaren, which had the steepest ascent on the marathon course; and where upon departure, we retraced most of the final seven kilometers of the first loop back to the Olympic Stadium, where we once again passed by City Hall, the Royal Palace, and the Parliament building. The best part of the marathon was saved for last, where after passing through a tunnel, we ran three-fourths of a lap on the track of the Olympic Stadium, which gave us the rare opportunity of seeing what an Olympic marathoner experiences at the conclusion of his event. After we finished, our name, time, three-letter country code and flag were posted on the Jumbotron. Weather at the finish was overcast, 13C (55 degF). ORGANIZATION: Adequate. Some confusion amongst the participants due to a last-minute change by the organizers as to where the line began; also there was some confusion regarding collecting the Pasta Dinner (held inside the Olympic Stadium) ticket. On the race course, it was clearly evident some of the kilometer markers, which were challenging to locate owing to its small triangular shape and indigo color, were misplaced or perhaps absent. SPECTATORS: Enthusiastic, especially those in the Garmin cheer section. On the other hand, there were many who did not approve of a marathon that disrupted the City activity on their Saturday afternoon; their disapproval was expressed in the manner of crossing the street regardless whether or not they were in front of the marathoner's path! Some bands present on the course, including a military ensemble in front of the Royal Palace. CONCLUSION: One of the most attractive courses for an urban marathon, and with the finish inside the Olympic Stadium, one of the most special. Well worth travelling to. Tack, Stockholm!

Ran the last time on the old course. Running through Stockholm is amazing. Just a gorgeous city. I will say coming from America, this was a weird course. Pepsi, coffee, and pickles on the course can make for some sticky and not the best smelling parts of the course, but the city is one of the most amazing in the world. Just watch out for the bridge before the now 35k mark. It's not fun and the fans have signs cursing it as you will going over it. Just enjoy the view.

I can't imagine a better first marathon experience than this, absolutely unforgettable. Course: Scenic route around the city center that goes through many tourist destinations. It's not particularly hard (given I'm from the hilly San Francisco), although it does have two or three short segments of ascension (climbing a bridge twice). Two-lap course can be a little bit repetitive from sightseeing point of view but also helps runners to prepare for the 2nd half. Last 200 meters in the 1912 Olympics Stadium is awesome, what a place to sprint to finish line. Organization: Water stands throughout the race, even with shower spray to cool runners down in case they get too hot. It was very crowded at the beginning, but after a few miles there is no problem to run at your own pace. Same day race packet pick up is very convenient for out-of-town runners. I missed the pre-race expo but the post-race was fantastic. Lots of food and drink, and very friendly staff. Great medal, looks classic, but the finisher jersey needs better design. Spectators: Wow, are they enthusiastic! Loads of people throughout the course, courteous yet energetic. Definitely motivated me to keep running and giving my best. Other: I think I am lucky that my race day had the perfect weather, cool but not chilly in the shade, warm but not hot in the sun. I can imagine it can get tough if it rains or gets too hot.

Course: a 2-lapper round the city centre (+ the city parks on lap 2), but the 16k city section is stunning. running mostly along the waterfront, you'll get incredible vantage points of the city's sights. Finishing in the olympic stadium is great - fun finish and next to a metro Organisation: best post-race pack I've had at a marathon. Lots of free food and drinks available, more than enough drinks on route, music at different sections, and corals work well at the start. The post-race area is large, so can meet up with friends easily, and there's no hassle in getting bags. Crowds: apart from the parks section (12k) the streets are mostly a few lines deep at least, and even the parks have spots of crowds. really enthusiastic, lovely people, very friendly. It starts at 12pm - still not sure how I feel about this, because while it seems odd, the sun is up so early and warming the city up that temperature-wise, it makes no difference, and if anything, gives you more time to get a good sleep and proper breakfast. Also means you can murder dinner, having missed lunch.

This was my first marathon, and it was a great one. The course is quite hilly (however I must admit that from a Dutch perspective everything is a hill) and it can be quite hot as the start is at 12:00. You run two laps: the second lap is slightly longer (25K versus 17K). The course is really nice: you run through the city centre and through parks, lots to see! The race is very well organised as well. Some things that I find noticable: - You get pickles half-way, such a Swedish thing :-) - The bridge that you have to cross twice is quite difficult, especially during the second lap - Great music - Friendly atmosphere, no pushing or anything - Medal is very pretty - The finish in the stadium is great! All in all a great experience that I will cherish forever. Thanks Stockholm!

This is the smartest, most well thought out, generously giving race I've ever ran. Only wish they could make the race time earlier... PROS: -the pasta party. Delish and generous portions! -start/finish at the same place -running into the Olympic stadium tracks and having LCD lights flashing your name/results. So special! -a nicely designed, water-filled sports bottle handed to finishers after crossing -smart (although unusual) choices for provisions along the course: gherkins and coffee -spectators allowed to enter the race finish area so it was easy to meet/celebrate with my friend. Spectators were also allowed to partake in post race foods such as beer, hot dogs, etc. CONS: -expo is a little lackluster -start time of noon is too late, was already fully warmed up by Mile 2 and knew it was trouble&. -twice loop in the city

Overall, a great race organization. Pros: - start and finish walking distance from the metro line - start and finish at the same place; so leaving and collecting bags very easy - ample water and sports drinks; also, bananas and gherkins - awesome overall organization - excellent medal (heavy and big) - very good post-race snacks (and beer!) - fairly good expo - stunning crowd support; I high-fived at least 100 kids Cons: - quite cold (for me) - it was 8-10 deg C - crowded field; it did not open up until about 30K mark - tough course - beware of 2 steep climbs Well worth doing if you are not aiming for PR.

A very well organized event with amazing crowd support. The day was cold (10 deg C) and there was slight drizzle, but it did not put a dampener on the event. The Pros: - very easy to get to (near a metro station) - excellent expo - overall, great organization - start and finish at the same place, so collecting the bags later is very easy - no dearth of porta-potties - amazing spectator support (bands, cheering) throughout the marathon, except maybe for a kilometer just before the half-way mark - 17 refuelling stations with sports drinks, bananans, water in ample supply - excellent post-race snacks and service Cons: - the course is not for PR. There is a steep hill that you need to cross twice (since the marathon is essentially two loops around the city) - it was cold for me (was about 10 deg c) since I live in the tropics, but if you are accustomed to running in the cold, this should not be a problem Thanks, Stockholm, for a great race My time was 3:44.

I went on this with the Marathon Tours & Travel group and it was hassle-free and a terrific fast course, with the finish on the track used in the 1912 Olympic Games. Stockholm is a very walkable, enjoyable, pretty city with friendly and supportive residents all fluent in English. The sights were great as a tourist, and the course ran past many of the same sights and along the waterfront and across many of the islands. Beautiful and a great experience!

Hej! Running the 34th ASICS Stockholm Marathon was the most incredible marathon experience to date. Since it was my eighth marathon (including world majors: Berlin, Chicago, Boston, and New York City), my opinion certainly deserves some merit. I was returning to the Motherland to be close to my Viking roots, and had always loved everything about Stockholm, so was especially excited about this race. I knew it would be a Scandinavian Euro-trip I would never forget... But I digress. Memories of my experience are priceless: The pre-race expo was pretty standard compared to others, which is to be expected as Stockholm is not the largest city and only 21,266 runners registered for the event. I was impressed by the ample selection of x-small race gear available, which is always in issue at American expos. Other highlights: seeing Swedish Runners World, international marathon booths, characters in Viking attire, fashionable race gear, and attending the Zeta Pasta Party. The damp, bone-chilling day made it challenging to maximize the experience. However, in better conditions people would have mingled a lot more. I can vividly remember race day. The start time was noon, which is unusual since most marathons begin very early in the morning. During a typical warm, sunny day, I can just imagine that Lidingövägen would have resembled a 'pre-marathon party', with the crowd socializing to burn off nervous energy. It was contained within an actual running track, so there was ample room for socializing, changing, and checking bags/valuables. Thankfully, there were heated tents to provide shelter: men's, women's, massage area (where my friend stayed pre-race surrounded by modern day Nordic Gods. Grrrr!). Before the race, corral 'C' proved memorable to me, as I was surrounded by mainly tall, fit, and IMHO stunning Swedish (& other Nordic) men. They seemed rather social, in direct contrast to the prevailing 'cold and distant' stereotype. This warmed the soul, even though it was freezing and raining outside. The treacherous race conditions - torrential downpour, unseasonal 4°C, and winds of up to 18 meters/second - did nothing to reduce my excitement. This marathon is known for being one of the most scenic marathons in the world, most of it along the city's beautiful waterfront, covering eight different areas of Stockholm. No wonder 79 countries were represented. Runners were treated to such iconic sights as the Royal Palace, City Hall, Parliament Buildings, and charming Gamla Stan. It was essentially two laps of the same route: good as you knew what to expect, bad as you had to tackle the gruelling 600 meter Västerbron bridge twice (Kill Me Now!). Not once did I feel claustrophobic during the race, so bobbing and weaving around slower folk was not necessary. Nor did I get cut off or elbowed in the ribs. Just make sure you're positioned in the correct corral. There was an abundance of water, electrolyte drinks, and food (gels, bananas, etc.). One word of caution: keep an eye on the road in front of you as there are endless curbs, trams, and uneven road to contend with. Every so often, your foot would land in a deep puddle, as the road was uneven. This was comical to me, given the harsh weather conditions, hence my reference to it being the Hunger Games. Most of the time, I was in heaven due to the endless supply of masculine eye candy (74% of runners were men), which provided motivating moving targets. After attempting to break 3:30:00 in the race, frozen to the core at about 25km, I started to slow down. From then on, it was just a matter of survival. Jogga, jogga, jogga, until you reach the finish. I was pleasantly surprised by how many Stockholmers braved the elements and cheered for hours. 'Ai! Ai! Ai!' or 'Heja! Heja! Heja!' Whatever they were yelling, it was amusing and encouraged a faster pace (albeit, temporarily). You've got to love the Swedes. The highlight of the race, which still gives me chills, was entering Stockholms Olympiastadion (built for the 1912 Olympics). With tears in my eyes, surrounded by cheering spectators, I rounded the track, frantically waving my arms, taking in the experience, and crossed the finish line in 3:37:32! Although I was not treated to the usual silver, mylar, marathon blanket, I was awarded the token commemorative medal (without ribbon) which resembles a large coin. It was definitely was The Hunger Games out there, and I survived! For that reason, this race toughened me as a marathoner, and will always have a special place in my heart. After the race, the cruel weather continued to torment the finishers. The 'post-race party' back at the track had so much potential, with an endless supply of drinks, food, and Erdinger Alkoholfrei (L) beer. It would have been amazing on a warmer day, with the sun shining down. Oh, and this was one of the few marathons that actually had shower facilities. Everything about the marathon, beautiful city of Stockholm, and hospitality of the people, was so incredible that I just signed up for the 35th Stockholm Marathon in 2013. I would highly recommend this race to anyone. Don't be dissuaded by my endless references to the weather (after all, it was the coldest race in its 34 year history!). What's the chance this could happen again? Just review the top ratings and extremely favourable comments on this site. Added bonus: Sverige Dag is on June 6th, so what better way to celebrate finishing the marathon than partying with the Swedes! Jag kan inte vänta för att köra det här loppet 2013! Melissa

I set my record in this marathon (3h28). The race conditions were ideal (12-13°C at the start) but besides the crossing of the bridge (2x times) the track is also fast. Overal organization of the marathon was super. The safety deposit of valuables is something I only experienced in Stockholm, but it gives an extra safe feeling. The only 'negative' point was the entry to the training ground next to the Olympic Stadium after the finish. Taken the provided stair was very hard with tired legs :)

The change from a 14:00 start to a 11:30 was much better. Basically being two loops my wife was able to use the underground and saw me a few times. Running the final 250m in the old olympic stadium was the perfect finish.

Everything about the Stockholm Marathon 2011 was superb. Weather was perfect; blustery and overcast. My wife was able to find me 4 times. Loved the fan support. Set a personal best of 3:53. Loved the finish in the Olympic Stadium.

The Stockholm Marathon in 2009 was my 29th standard marathon overall, but my first international marathon. I have also run 10 Two Oceans Marathons (56K) and 2 Comrades Marathons (90K). This puts me in a good position to comment on any marathon. In Stockholm I wore a running vest depicting the South African flag and the spectators made me feel like a celebrity. The organization was superb from start to finish; I would recommend this race to anyone. When I finished the race in the old Olympic Stadium, I was greeted in true South African style with the sound of the vuvuzela. I will always remember this race.

Stockholm puts on a great race! It was very well organized and they had ample food and beverages along the course... more than I have seen at other well organized races in the US. It's a beautiful city to run through. The free pasta dinner was a nice perk; however, the expo was average. It was quite small considering the size of the marathon and the merchandise selection was minimal. Despite the small expo, I would definitely recommend this race.

Well organized. Lots of tourists and fans along the route. Plenty of food and drink on the course. Nice weather this year - 60 degrees.

Being from Sweden originally, I thought that running the Stockholm Marathon was a good idea. I'd get friends cheering me on and got to seem my family etc.... Oh, and the reason I entered the marathon in the first place was on a dare! Pre-Race (1) Registration, expo and stuff: Registration and information were easy and great. I really don't have anything to add to it. Just great. The expo was ok. Stockholm isn't the biggest city on the planet, and the race isn't the biggest, so the expo won't be either. But what was nice was the pasta party, which was a large outdoor space in great weather. I mean REALLY great weather by the way! Getting around in Stockholm is easy. Good public communications make expensive taxis unnecessary. A bit of a walk to the expo, but not terrible. Pre-Race (2), bag-drop, etc.: The bag drop was well organized. Getting into the corral wasn't a problem either. Start and race: Since this was my first marathon, I didn't really understand whether or not it took a long time to get out. I think it was a bit crowded for my pace, but since it was my first run, I was automatically placed far back in the field and that's probably why I felt that way. I ended up doing a 4:36, so that's pretty far back in my opinion. The course is beautiful. Stockholm really is a stunning city, in my opinion. Green, with lots of water and historic buildings. This makes the run great, I think. BUT, those who are running their first marathon, or those who want to set a personal best: Summer in Sweden can have VERY varying weather. This year, it had the longest and warm and dry period in years. When I got there it had been fantastic weather for a week, and it continued for another two weeks. This means VERY warm temperatures that are really preventing you from getting a good finishing time. The run starts after lunch for some reason, and that certainly doesn't help when it comes to the weather. The other thing to mention is that you go over a bridge twice. The steep entry to the bridge is deceptive. After you get up on the actual bridge it feels like the worst is done, but then you have the long climb and then a shorter, steeper descent afterwards. The second time around it gets a bit tough. However, for runners that like a varying geography, I think this race is probably a good one. And as I hinted at above, it's two laps! This can be okay but it can also be a bit annoying if it's your first run, because when you start your second lap you realize you have another half-marathon to go! Tough if you're tired. For me though it was fantastic since I was SLOW enough: At the end of my first lap the winner passed me!!! Amazing to see! He was running more than twice as fast as I and looked about half as tired! The audience was good. I wish there were more of them, but I think that Stockholm simply isn't big enough to get a much larger audience, even though there were some 18,000 runners. But still, some bands were playing along the course, which helped the experience. Proper amounts of water were given out. There were sponges to dip in troughs with water, and several showers that actually were really efficient in spraying out a nice mist to keep you relatively cool. Finish and post-race: Received the finisher's shirt at the end of the race. It's a nice, black tech-shirt with white print on it. Can't really complain. Good shirt. The medal was also really nice and heavy. Can't really hang it though, strangely... but quite nice. They also offered Swedish-style massage at the finish. Obviously I got one. Very nice. Nothing to complain about post-race. Conclusion: This is a wonderful race in a wonderful city. I would recommend this to runners who want to run in a beautiful city and have a generally nice marathon experience. If you want to set a personal record, there are other courses that are better. But for everyone else: Highly recommended!

Stockholm has a great marathon. It's well-established after 30 years, and with a scenic course that mixes city center sites with stunning parks and the serene harbor area. The marathon really showcases the best that Stockholm has to offer. It's the largest marathon event in Scandinavia, with 18,000 runners; yet it's still small compared to other world marathons. You are soon able to get into your normal running stride after going across the start-line. The 2 p.m. Saturday afternoon start time is too late. This has been mentioned by many before, and this year again the organizers were caught out by an unusually hot, late-May day, with temperatures hitting 27/81 at the start. Whilst the temperature did start to drop off during the race, it meant that the pavement was really hot, having been baked in the sun all day. A morning start (10 a.m.) would be much better. This change should be made. The crowds, organization and marathon souvenirs (medal/merchandise) are all good. The crowds were especially vocal in the final quarter of the race. It was nice at the expo to purchase sweatshirts and t-shirts (etc.) from the marathon, as this is not always an option. Overall, this is a highly recommended European marathon that continues to flourish.

I was very impressed with the organization of this race and cheering crowds. The course was beautiful and I loved running over the bridges and along the water. There was plenty of water/sports drinks (about every 2 miles), which was good since the temperature was about 84 degrees at the start. I also liked the stops for bananas. Those helped refuel me. The city of Stockholm is a beautiful place to visit. I hope to return again one day. What a great race! =)

Brilliant race. My whole experience was fantastic, from the moment I picked my number up on the Thursday night to when I picked my gear up at the end. I would suggest everyone gives this marathon a go.

Very well organized event. Number pick-up was straightforward, but why was no t-shirt included in the registration price?? The staggered start worked well, and the course was nice, although it has HILLS, and biggish, long ones too. It rained horribly all day, and the course was wet, but by the grace of God, it weakened to a drizzle for start time. I really exerted myself going for a PB, so I can't really comment too much on the city - although I've heard it was lovely. LOTS of people were running this, the biggest race I've ever done. Only gripe is that the baggage attendants lost my bag - an impossible occurrence, really, considering how well organized it was. The downfall was allowing all the competitors in to have a free-for-all and take what they want. An orderly queue with the stewards getting your bag would have worked much better. Now my bag is gone, with all my starting kit in it. :-( A great experience though, and I'm seriously considering doing the full marathon here next May (if it's not full already!).

There is really no reason to complain about anything, except that there was no beer left for the 5-hour-plus finishers! Superbly organized from start to finish - it sets the standard for every other marathon event.

This was my first marathon. The city is beautiful and the course exacting, and the second time on Vasterbron (the main bridge) is tough. The volunteers are superb and the organization is mainly excellent (the cold water troughs and sprinklers were fantastic), but a couple of points: 1. Could the start not be in Valhallavagen, to give more room for runners? The street where we started was narrow and there was a lot of congestion at the start; 2. The drinks stations were decent, but why not put the tables on both sides of the street rather than just one? This caused a lot of congestion at the drinks points. 3. The crowds: they were plentiful and very nice and friendly, but I generally found them generally very quiet and reserved. Just when you needed a cheer, you got nice smiles and some mild clapping. 4. Start time: the temperature was again very high (about 27 degrees). Why not reduce the possibility of such discomfort for the runners by moving the start time to earlier in the day or earlier in the month? But overall, an excellent experience that I would recommend to marathon runners anywhere!

My 2nd Stockholm Marathon. It was better than last year. The 2-loop course remains the same, bringing runners around beautiful Stockholm. This year, the conditions were hot, but not as bad as last year. The organizer is better prepared for the weather. Cold drinks were served and many hoses were set up to cool the runners. As expected, the warm weather brought out many spectators/supports, and they really lifted the runners spirit! Once again, the bands along the route were just fantastic.

I have run this marathon 4 times, and compared to Paris, London and Amsterdam, this one is the best! Great city; great people. If you are thinking of running one marathon, run Stockholm Marathon!

This was my 3rd Stockholm Marathon in a row. It keeps getting better and better! The temperature was around 85 degrees at the start, but the beauty of Stockholm, the 24 sprinklers, and the volunteers on water hoses made the race bearable. The water/snack stops were excellent and the spectators very supportive. I would do this one again and again!

This was my first marathon and despite the temperatures, which ranged from 29 - 34 degrees (making it extremely tough), it was an exhilarating experience. Expo was well organized, course marshaling excellent, and the support from the crowd was generous and uplifting. A stunning, eclectic course, ranging from verdant garden and Djurgarden to the grandeur of Gamla Stan, the inspiring south and north shores of Lake Maleren and the color and vibrancy of the Olympic Stadium at the finish made it a day I will never forget. Drink stations could be better managed - but overall, fantastic.

The 84-degree temperature at the start was the only disappointment. The water stations were excellent and the course is super. I thought Stockholm was a super place to visit and I made some friends while I was there. I would definitely do the race again.

For those who have never been to Stockholm - you are missing one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Yes, this is a double-loop course and that is why I knocked it down, but overall it was a well organized race and the course takes you past the best of what Stockholm has to offer. It was a warm/hot day with temps reaching the mid 80s (29C). The organizers were ready for the high temps and had several shower misters and sponges available. The finish in the Olympic Stadium was a nice touch and the organization at the end (medal, shirt, food, etc.) was top-notch.

This is my 8th marathon and I was looking forward to this scenic course. It was ranked #1 in the world. This year it was very hot (34C) even for me (I come from Singapore). This year also saw the biggest number of participants, about 17,500. The race started at 2 p.m. When I reached the first drink station, I was surprised that they were not prepared for the large number of runners. This happened for almost all stations. The drinks were also very warm, which did nothing to cool us in this hot weather. There was no gel station, which I thought is standard for major marathons. The run brought us through Stockholm City twice (quite similar route). The bridges were a killer, especially the second time. The spectators were wonderful. They came out in droves and cheered us on. The bands along the route did much to lift our spirit.

I agree with the course beauty. Regarding race organization: 2 p.m. start is a bit late; how can the start be held that late? Nowadays the probability of heat is very high; it was 30º this year. In addition, the course is not appropriate for first-time marathon runners either, because of the difficult profile, mainly at the last term of the course. Is it so expensive to provide bottles instead of cups? You cannot run while drinking from cups, and you have to pour it into your own bottle in order to drink during following 3 KM up to next water station (sometimes you lose many time doing it), a big crowd stopping at the station for drinking. Well, actually, Madrid is the only place I remember bottles were provided. Apart from it, the race is very well organized and the Swedish people are very friendly along the course - their support was great. I recommend this race, but not for getting a good finish time.

From my point of view everything went ok. Didn't have any problems and people were very helpful before, during and after the race. The race was great, all in all, and the route was nice and challenging. And most of all, people (runners, spectators, organization) were very friendly. I will surely run it again and also recommend the event to others.

Next to the world's big-city marathons, this is a marathon one must run. It's well organized and has a great course. Don't underestimate the difficulty of the course. While in Stockholm, also enjoy the beauty of this Scandinavian city.

It is a nice course. I lost my chip somewhere after five kilometers so I recommend attaching the chip with two binders and not just one. Only thing I did not find so great were the pacemakers. Some of them ran faster then they should have and arrived a quarter of an hour too early at the stadium.

Wonderful course, very well organized, with just two steep but short hills (when entering to the Vasterbron Bridge). Very scenic, perfect weather and lovely crowd. The finish at the 1912's olympic stadium is a must, just unforgettable. The city is amazing, beautiful, colorful and fun, with many nice museums, islands, impressive buildings. I strongly recommend that race to anyone who wants to live a great marathon experience!