Padenghe Half Marathon
Lake Garda hills frame Italy's national half-marathon championship, a certified road course with separate starts and a firm 2:30 finish limit.
Quick facts
- Italian national half-marathon championship on a certified road course.
- Rolling Lake Garda setting from Via Verdi to the Padenghe town hall.
- Separate women's and men's starts with a 2:30 finish limit.
- Runcard entrants need the required competitive-athletics medical certificate.
About the Padenghe Half Marathon
Padenghe's established half carries Italy's national championship alongside the open race. The event uses separate women's and men's starts before both fields take on the same certified 21.097-kilometer course. Entry rules follow Italian federation requirements, so runners using a Runcard should check the medical-certificate requirement before paying or traveling.
Course
The road course runs through the hills around Padenghe sul Garda, starting on Via Verdi and finishing at the town hall. It is certified by FIDAL and has a 2:30 finish limit. The split starts reduce early congestion, but the rolling Lake Garda setting makes this a different pacing problem from a flat urban half. Parking is available near the event area, while the nearest rail stop is in Desenzano del Garda.
Race-day weather
Early November at Lake Garda often starts cool and can be damp or foggy. The hills and lake exposure can produce noticeable temperature changes, so a light pre-race layer is useful.
Past Padenghe Half Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, November 1, 2026 | Upcoming | — |
Padenghe Half Marathon FAQ
When is the Padenghe Half Marathon?
The 2026 Padenghe Half Marathon is on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
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