Podgorica Millennium Run 2024 in Montenegro

Marathons offer a fantastic way to explore new places while staying active. Each October, Podgorica, the capital of Montenegro, hosts an exciting marathon event. Runners can choose from four options: a full marathon of 42.2 kilometers, a half-marathon of 21 kilometers, and two shorter races of 10 and 5 kilometers. The full marathon features a circular route starting and finishing in Podgorica, passing through Golubovici and Tuzi on an easy-to-run asphalt road.

Route & Schedule

The race will start at Bridge Millennium, with all courses finishing at Independence Square. On Sunday, the 10km, 21.1km, and 42.2km races will begin at 10 am. The Firemen’s 5km race starts at 10:10 am, followed by the 5km race at 10:15 am.

Children's Race (November 9, 2024)

On Saturday, Millennium Bridge will host a children’s race that combines sport and fun. Little runners can enjoy distances ranging from 200 to 800 meters, suitable for all ages. The event starts at 10 am, offering a cheerful morning for families to encourage their children to embrace an active lifestyle. Participation in the race is free. The race is intended for children between the ages of 3 and 14

Prizes

Cash prizes are awarded to the top 5 finishers in both the men’s and women’s categories for the marathon and half-marathon races. Additionally, the top 3 finishers from Montenegro in both the marathon and half-marathon will receive cash prizes. The top 3 men and women in the 10km race will also receive cash prizes.

Registration Fee

Registration fees are €20 for the 5km race, €35 for the 10km race, €50 for the 21.1km race, and €60 for the 42.2km marathon.

History of Podgorica Marathon

A group of enthusiasts organized the first marathon in Podgorica on October 8, 1994. By 2011, the race had grown to include over 3,000 runners from 33 countries, with Slađana Perunović setting a Montenegrin women’s record by finishing second with a time of 2:41:02 hours.