You can find the timetable here.

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Parking:

If you arrive by car:
You will find a paid parking lot on the Árpád Bridge side of Margaret Island.
The number of parking spaces is limited, so please arrive early.
Only park in places where it is permitted according to traffic regulations.

The race center will be set up in the large tent labeled RACE CENTER, located opposite the stage, at the end of the exhibitor tents.

• CHANGING ROOMS

The women’s changing room will be located on the first floor of the Margaret Island Water Tower, while the men’s changing room will be set up in tents at the Open-Air Stage.

• BAG DROP

The bag drop is located on the meadow after the packet pickup area, heading from the Water Tower toward Palatinus Beach.

Opening hours: 7:00–13:30

You may drop off 1 bag with a maximum size of 60 × 40 × 30 cm, no later than 15 minutes before the start.

When dropping off your bag, you will receive a numbered wristband.
The bag will only be returned to the person wearing the corresponding wristband.

Please note that we do not provide valuables storage at the bag drop.

• BICYCLE PARKING

A supervised bicycle parking area will be available at the venue.

Opening hours: 7:00–16:00

• TOILETS

Portable toilets will be placed throughout the event area.

You will also find portable toilets and urinals along the course and at the refreshment stations.

The first runners of the relay teams will start together with the individual half marathon runners. They should position themselves in the designated start zone according to their planned pace. Before the start, everyone should stand in the start zone that corresponds to their planned pace (minutes per kilometer) in order to avoid disturbing other runners.

• • Zone 1: Pace faster than 4:30 min/km – Half marathon within 1:35:00
  • Zone 2: Pace between 4:30 and 5:00 min/km – Half marathon between 1:35:00 and 1:45:00
  • Zone 3: Pace between 5:00 and 5:30 min/km – Half marathon between 1:45:00 and 1:56:00
  • Zone 4: Pace between 5:30 and 6:00 min/km – Half marathon between 1:56:00 and 2:06:00
  • Zone 5: Pace between 6:00 and 6:30 min/km – Half marathon between 2:06:00 and 2:17:00
  • Zone 6: Pace slower than 6:30 min/km – Half marathon slower than 2:17:00

The zone designations are the same for individual half marathon runners, 3-person relay teams, and half marathon pairs. When specifying the planned pace for relay teams, only the pace of the first team member running matters.

Everyone can only enter the designated start zone that corresponds to their planned pace. This is to reduce the chaos during the first kilometers after the start and unnecessary overtaking. If runners of the same pace are in the same zone, the beginning of the race will be more peaceful and predictable. The label on the bib indicates the designated start zone, and it is checked when entering the zone. The number on the label corresponds to the zone number. For relay teams, the zone sticker will be on the team bib.

Without a zone sticker, you can only enter the last start zone. Those who didn’t specify a planned pace can request a zone sticker at the race center before the start.

Always position yourself at the end of the time zone marker flag, which means standing towards the start from the entry gate.

After entering the zone, move toward the start line so that participants coming after you can also enter the zone.

The entry gates to the start zones will open 20 minutes before the start and will close 5 minutes before the start. After that, you can only enter the last start zone.

If you encounter a runner with the wrong zone sticker in your zone, kindly ask them to choose a zone that matches their estimated finish time to avoid confusion and potential accidents.

Staggered Start at the Telekom Vivicitta Spring Half Marathon:

For the half marathon relay participants, we have staggered starts in multiple waves, alongside the individual half marathon runners. Each wave starts within a 3-minute interval.

At the front of each wave, organizers will be present to guide the participants toward the starting line.

Once at the starting line, we will initiate the start approximately 1.5 minutes later, and we will follow the same procedure for participants starting in subsequent waves.

Please note that the entry gates between the waves will not reopen!

Any equipment left in the start zone will be collected immediately after the start and donated to the Hungarian Red Cross for charity.

Distance: 21.097 meters in pairs in a 3-person relay.

Kilometer Markers: The marathon route will be marked with signs placed at a height of 2 meters to indicate each kilometer. This will help you track your progress and ensure you’re meeting your planned pace based on your training.

The successful completion of the race will be supported by pace runners at the following target finish times:

• 1:30 (Planned Pace: 4:14-4:15 min/km, steady pace, pace chart)
• 1:45 (Planned Pace: 4:58-4:59 min/km, steady pace, pace chart)
• 2:00 (Planned Pace: 5:38-5:44 min/km, gradually slowing down, pace chart)
• 2:15 (Planned Pace: 6:18-6:30 min/km, gradually slowing down, pace chart)
• 2:30 (Planned Pace: 7:00-7:10 min/km, gradually slowing down, pace chart)
• 2:45 (Planned Pace: 7:38-7:56 min/km, gradually slowing down, pace chart)
• 3:00 (Planned Pace: 8:26-8:38 min/km, gradually slowing down, pace chart)

  These pacers will help maintain a consistent pace throughout the race and assist participants in achieving their target finish times. Please refer to the pace charts for the specific pacing strategy for each target finish time.

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What you need to know about the relay exchange:

• Relay zones for teams will be clearly marked with barriers and signs.

• The exchange must take place within the relay zone corresponding to the race bib number.

• During the exchange, the RELAY race bib (equipped with a timing chip) must be handed over to the next runner.

• Except during the exchange, the RELAY race bib must be worn on the waist.

• The relay zone extends from the first RELAY ZONE sign to the end of the last relay zone marker.

• Teams that perform an irregular exchange may receive a 10-minute time penalty.

• Finisher medals for team members will be given to the final runner at the finish line.

What you need to know about relay exchanges:

• For teams, the relay exchange zones are indicated by signage and markers.
• The relay exchange takes place within the designated exchange zone according to the race number.
• During the exchange, the current team member in the race must hand over the RELAY (chip-equipped) race number to the next runner.
• The RELAY race number can only be picked up upon entering the exchange zone, and the next team member must attach it to their waist before leaving the exchange zone.
• The exchange zone is located between the first EXCHANGE ZONE directional sign and the end of the last exchange zone.
• Teams that exchange in violation of the rules may receive a 10-minute time penalty.
• Runners who finish their leg at the exchange point can change there, receive their finisher package, and refresh.
• There is no gear check and cloakroom service at the exchange points.
• Transportation to and from the exchange points to the finish must be arranged individually by each participant.
• The medals for the team members will be handed to the finishing team member at the finish line.

Net time of 3 hours (aligned with the starting time of the last participant)

The sweeper bus follows the pace of the runner finishing under 3:00:00. If the sweeper bus catches up with a runner, they must board the bus, their race number will be marked, and they will not be allowed to enter the finish area.

The timing services provider is AGNI-Timing.

Timing is done using UHF chips attached to the back of the race bib. Please read the chip usage information!

Race bib wearing rules: Timing is achieved using timing mats (antennas) placed on the ground, which can detect the transmitter embedded in the race bib from a distance of approximately 2-3 meters. The time stamp is recorded when passing over the mat with the strongest signal.

To ensure successful individual timing, please consider the following rules:

The race bib must be worn visibly throughout the race, on the chest/abdominal area. (Race belt is allowed.) Covering the race bib is prohibited! Do not remove, fold, or pierce the chip located on the back of the race bib. Everyone should ensure they are wearing their own race bib during the race. After finishing the race, please leave the measurement area as soon as possible.

Telekom Vivicitta Spring Half Marathon Relay for Three:

The women’s and men’s teams are evaluated separately, while mixed teams are evaluated among the men’s teams. For each gender, the 1st to 3rd place teams will be recognized.