Telekom Vivicittá is the first and most popular spring running festival in Hungary.
Next Weekend … go on and put power in every step you make!
Saturday – April, 20 – Sunday April, 21.
DISCOVER BUDAPEST BY RUNNING … The Vivicitta Spring Half Marathon (Budapest Spring Half Marathon) held a media gathering in themoring hours at the Tribe Budapest Stadium Hotel Skybar informing the shorting coming running 2-day long event. On Sunday may choose between a half marathon (21 km), a Vivicitta (10 km) while on Saturday the focus is on shorter distances (for example Midicitta 7 km) for the less experienced runners. The distance is essentially a sightseeing run. Running across several bridges over the Danube, admire the view of Buda Castle from the River Danube bank, the panorama of Pest and the building of Europe’s third largest parliament.
Overall a true running atmosphere awaiting thousands of people to be apart in one of the Telekom Vivicittá races every year. In 2023, over the course of a weekend, nearly 20,000 individuals participated in various distances. Participants not only enjoy a sense of community but also serve a good cause. On Saturday, the festival races kick off, marking the largest springtime recreational sports event. On Sunday, the participants in the half marathon start first, followed by the 10-kilometer race in the afternoon. The race is met with increasing anticipation year-after-year, captivating not only Hungary’s but also Europe’s running community, with participants from abroad nearly 100 countries. The event is also a colorful running celebration where everyone can find challenges and activities to suit their preferences.
“For Budapest, in addition to the honorable role of host, this event is also important,
because 2 urban Telekom Vivicittá debuted last year within the framework of the Budapest 150 program series The tour is popular again this year: the 8 and 15 km city walk is expected to take more than 500
its participant touches Buda between Budapest world-famous panorama and buildings, Óbuda and Pest”
emphasized Anett Bősz – Deputy Mayor for Human Resources.
According to the main organizer of the event and the Budapest Sports Office (BSI) – Árpád Kocsis – Head of Office told that based on preliminary entries, this year the number of participants promises to be extremely high. Q.: “The most popular leisure sport event of the spring is Vivicitta with over 20,000 participants over the two days. Entries have been received from nearly 1000 Hungarian settlements, about 2000 foreign runners from 100 countries arriving to the running event. This number is already well close to pre-COVID international attendee figures. Last year’s 15 and 8 km City Tours are popular again, the number of pre-entrants has reached 500, and the expected nice weather may encourage many more people to start running, even for whom running is not their favorite form of exercise.”
Running enthusiasts will welcome spring, Budapest and the racing season with joint movement again this year, and this time their results will also be on the front page.
On Saturday, April, 20. the 39th will start the Telekom Vivicittá @ Margaret Island.
also pointed out: “The BSI is one of the largest event organizers in the country, and has been running it for 39 years, the most prestigious recreational sports events. One hundred thousand people this year expected. This year, too, we would like to recognize the performance of the entrants in a personalized person made of their run with a gift accompanied by the acceptance of a declaration of consent.”
This year aswell, would like to recognize the performance of the entrants in a personalized person made of their run, which they may receive upon acceptance of a declaration of consent. All distances based on images taken during running and extracted athlete data by AI a generated article will be created about them on the website of National Sport, which you can share with anyone if you wish.” said by Zoltán Pereszlényi, Magyar Telekom’s commercial Deputy CEO.
As in previous years, Suhanj! Foundation support the Suhanj! Fitness will continue to allow the joy of movement together for people with disabilities.
Overall was gathered some highlights to this In an impressive setting with a wonderful environment, and amidst a true running atmosphere, thousands of people choose one of the Telekom Vivicittá races every year. In 2023, over the course of a weekend, nearly 20,000 individuals participated in various distances. Participants not only enjoy a sense of community but also serve a good cause. On Saturday, the festival races kick off, marking the largest springtime recreational sports event. On Sunday, the participants in the half marathon start first, followed by the 10-kilometer race in the afternoon. The event is met with increasing anticipation year- after-year, captivating not only Hungary’s but also Europe’s running community, with participants from nearly 100 countries.
Budapest, renowned for its breathtaking scenery and rich architectural and historical heritage, presents a distinctive blend of diverse cultural influences, exquisite cuisine, and a broad range of leisure activities. The majestic Danube River divides the city into two parts: Buda, characterized by its verdant hills, serene and elegant neighborhoods, and a romantic atmosphere; and Pest, a flat and expansive area now transformed into a dynamic cultural hub, while still reflecting the city’s industrial and working-class roots. A visit to Budapest would be incomplete without exploring its iconic landmarks, including the Castle District, Matthias Church, the Chain Bridge, the Jewish Quarter, St. Stephen’s Basilica, the Parliament, Heroes’ Square, and in the meantime whilst here in Budapest enjoy after the marathon the historic thermal spas on the Buda and the Pest side of the Capital.
Diversity stands out as Budapest’s most prominent feature, evident in its geography, culture, and the globally acclaimed Hungarian cuisine. Positioned at the crossroads of overlapping cultural regions and power interests, Budapest reflects influences from Roman, Ottoman Turkish, Slavic, Jewish, and Viennese cultures.
The registration is open for the Vivicitta Spring Half Marathon 2024. https://entry.runinbudapest.com/registration
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