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Event summary
The Hyundai Meia Maratona 2026 is a half marathon race taking place on October 11, 2026, in Lisbon, Portugal. The race covers the official half marathon distance of 21.097 kilometers, starting on the Vasco da Gama Bridge and finishing at the historic Praça do Comércio by the Tagus River.
This event is open to all runners aged 18 and over, with a maximum of 11,000 participants. It features a competitive elite field, as it is part of the World Athletics calendar with the prestigious World Athletics Elite Label. The race attracts top international athletes as well as thousands of recreational runners, combining high-level competition with the unique urban landscape of Lisbon.
The race atmosphere is vibrant and festive, supported by the local municipality and other official entities. The event includes multiple starting corrals based on performance times and pacers to help runners meet their goals. The race emphasizes safety and support, with well-placed aid stations and medical assistance along the route, making it an inspiring experience for all participants.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Men and Women: 18-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60+, 65+, 70+
Start/finish locations: Start at Vasco da Gama Bridge, Finish at Praça do Comércio, Lisbon
Start times per category/distance: Hyundai Meia Maratona starts at 09:20
Cut-off times: Overall time limit 3 hours, cut-off at Km 15 at 11:50
Bib pick-up time and location: October 8-10, 10:00-20:00, at FIL – Pavilhão 1, Parque das Nações, Lisbon
Participants limit: 11,000 maximum
Registration deadline: Subject to limit and organizational conditions, check official site
Surface types: Urban asphalt streets
Course format: Point-to-point course
Race routes: From Vasco da Gama Bridge to Praça do Comércio along city streets
Timing method: Electronic chip timing using My Laps system for all participants; Pro-Ship system for elite athletes
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations at Km 6, Km 10, then every 5 km; toilets located at start, finish, and along route
Drop bag policy: Optional paid drop bag service available at registration; collection point at Campo das Cebolas near finish
Prizes: Monetary prizes for elite and veterans, medals for all finishers, trophies for top finishers by gender and age groups
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Road Running 21 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: technical t-shirt, bib with electronic chip, equipment bag, sponsor gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: official medal and commemorative souvenirs
⏱️ Timing + live results by category via My Laps system
🛟 Safety support: medical tents along route and at finish, ambulance assistance
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included
🥤 Aid stations: hydration and nutrition at Km 6, 10 and every 5 km thereafter
🧳 Optional drop-bag service with secure transport and collection at finish
📸 Professional photography and video coverage
🚌 Shuttle buses from Gare do Oriente to start and free public transport with bib
🏆 Monetary prizes for elite and veteran categories, trophies and medals
