Chisinau International Marathon

Chisinau International Marathon is Moldova’s flagship running event, bringing together thousands of participants from dozens of countries. The race will take place in the centre of Chisinau, with the start and finish at Piața Marii Adunări Naționale. Participants can choose from 42, 21, 10, or 5-kilometre distances, making the event suitable for marathon runners, half marathoners, shorter-distance runners, and families. The course follows classic loops along the main boulevard, Ștefan cel Mare, and is described as fast and flat, offering conditions for personal bests. The event includes music zones, volunteers, hydration points, support stations, and cheering areas along the route. Chisinau’s traditions, culture, and green boulevards form the setting for the race, which attracts runners from many countries and includes local hospitality for international visitors. The marathon is planned as an accessible autumn running event in the heart of Moldova’s capital. It offers participants a city-centre race experience across several distance formats.