Starry Half Marathon – The Ultimate Night Race Experience!

Race range : 21.2

Distance: 21.2 km
Date & Time: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 | 20:00
Registration Fee: €30

About the Race
Introducing the Starry Half Marathon, a spectacular night race that brings together the best of Nicosia. For the first time, runners will have the chance to race along Makarios Avenue, a major highlight of this year’s event. The route perfectly combines the city’s rich history, modern charm, and natural beauty.

Route Highlights:

• Start from Town Hall Square (between Nicosia Town Hall and the CYENS Centre of Excellence)
• Makarios Avenue: For the first time in race history, run along Nicosia’s iconic avenue
• Explore the historic center of Nicosia
• Pass through the pedestrian streets of Ledras and Onasagorou
• Run along the revamped areas around the city and the Venetian walls
• Experience the serenity of the Municipal Garden and the scenic Linear Park

Route Details:

• Total Distance: 21.2 km
• Ascent/Descent (Raw): 99 m / 98 m
• Filtered Ascent/Descent: 47 m / 43 m
• Highest Point: 169 m (at 3.06 km)
• Lowest Point: 144 m (at 10.08 km)
• Uphill: 4.32 km (35.5%)
• Downhill: 4.41 km (36.2%)
• Flat: 3.42 km (28.1%)
• Height Gain: 25 m
• Steepest Uphill: +12.2% (at 2.97 km)
• Steepest Downhill: -11.1% (at 6.03 km)
• Longest Uphill: 0.90 km (at 0.18 km)
• Longest Downhill: 0.72 km (at 9.09 km)

Why Join the Starry Half Marathon?

• 🌙 Unique Night Experience: Run under the enchanting Flower Moon
• 🏃‍♂️ Challenging & Scenic: Perfect mix of history, cityscape, and nature
• 🏙️ Historic First: Be among the first to race down Makarios Avenue
• 🎶 Live Music & Entertainment: Street musicians and bands along the way

Registration Details:

• 💶 Fee: €30
• 🗓️ Deadline: Register by Sunday, May 11, 2025
• 🌐 Register at: www.run2d.com

🚀 Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary night-time race through Nicosia, featuring the historic debut of Makarios Avenue!

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