NICOSIA MARATHON

Mayor’s Message

The marathons are organizations that motivate the city spirit and add value to the city organized by the important cities of the world that have been working for many years to become a brand. Although Nicosia has met the marathon in the past, the marathon has been owned by the whole country in the last 4 years and it is an organization that has become a brand that more and more a place of participation and excitement.

With the arrival of October in Nicosia, Marathon is a month of excitement surrounded by the city. It is a day when all the people have fun, do sports together and give hand in hand with other people in need.

I would like to thank all the sponsors, Athletics Federation and Municipal staff who have participated with great efforts in the Nicosia Marathons upto today.

Mehmet HARMANCI
Mayor
Nicosia Turkish Municipality

2022 Marathon - Introductory Video

Marathon History

Nicosia, which is the capital city throughout the history and home to different civilizations for centuries and where all the colors live freely amicably together, Nicosia has been a initiator and guide in this field with the marathon organized by the Turkish Municipality and adds value to our country and our city.

The Nicosia Marathon, which was held in 2018 for the eighth time, is held annually by the participation of thousands of people from Cyprus and runners from different countries around the world.

Besides the sportive and combative characteristics, the use of income to eliminate a social need annually adds a different importance to the marathon.

The Nicosia Marathon, which is the initiator of the country marathons, is organized in 3 different categories in the form of 10 kilometers and 21 kilometers with 4 kilometers of public run and 10 km and 21 km winning athletes are rewarded.

In all the streets of Nicosia, the common feeling of everyone is sincerity. In this capital, where sincerity is always present, the Nicosia Marathon raises the city's brand value and at the same time adds color to making the city dynamic.

AIMS (International Association of Marathons and Distance Running) Certified Marathon

10 km, 21 km and 42 km races in our marathon received international approval and validation certificates as a result of the examination conducted by AIMS (International Association of Marathons and Distance Running) in 2019.

10 KM

Lefkoşa Yarı-Maratonu

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Nicosia Marathon with Numbers

6.553
Participants

2018

9.059
Participants

2019

11.924
Participants

2022

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Different
Categories

MARATHON BROCHURES

Please click on the year you want to read and download the brochureof the Nicosia Marathon

2024

2022

Nicosia Semi-Marathon

Nicosia Marathon with Questions and Answers

Categories

What are the marathon start times?

21 km - 07.00
10 km - 07.30
4 km - 10.30

How many categories are there in the Nicosia Marathon?

4 kilometers

10 kilometers

21 kilometers

Registration

How can I register to Nicosia Marathon?

4 km

  • Between 18- 29 November, 08:30 – 16:00 hours you can register from the registration desk in front of the Nicosia Turkish Municipality. Saturdays the registration takes place between 09.00 – 13.00.
  • You can register also on the Marathon day, 1st December, between 07:30 – 09:30 


10km and 21km

  • Between 18-29 November , 08:30 – 16:00 hours you can register from the registration desk in front of the Nicosia Turkish Municipality. Saturdays the registration takes place between 09.00 – 13.00.
  • The registration will be completed on 29th November at 16:00. 

What is required for registration to the Nicosia Marathon?

For registration of 4 kilometers, it is enough to fill in the registration form and pay the registration fee. 

10 kilometers and 21 kilometers

  • ID card copy 

10 kilometers and 21 kilometers For those under the age of 18 (aged 16-18 only)

  • ID card copy 
  • A certificate or license from the Federation or permission letter from their parents.

How much is the registration fee for the Nicosia Marathon?

4 km – 200 TL
10 km – 1.000 TL
21 km – 1.250 TL

What are the age categories for Childre Run, 10 kilometers and 21 kilometers?

Children Run - From 6 to 12 ages
18 – 29
30 – 39
40 – 49
50 – 59
60+

What are the start times of the categories?

10 km – 07:30
21 km – 07:00
Children Run - 09.40
4 km – 10:30

Are there water and sponge stations at 10km and 21km?

Yes, the locations of our free water and sponge stations on the 10km and 21km routes for water or cooling support during the marathon are indicated on the map.

How long is the duration of the marathon?

4 km - There is no time limitation

10 km - 2 hours

21 km - 2 and a half hours

Individuals with special needs

Every year, dozens of people with special needs join the marathon. 

In addition, the Accesibility unit of the Nicosia provides registeration procedures and transportation for the marathon for its members free of charge by NTM staff.

Where will the income from the Nicosia Marathon be donated?

The total income from Ülker Nicosia Marathon will be donated to Dr. Burhan Nalbanoğlu State Hospital Oncology Center Children’s Oncology Service.

Emergency and Security

If there is a emergency situation during the race, who can ı call?

In case of emergency on marathon day, you can reach our Organizing Committee from 0533 820 1958.

What are the security measures taken for the marathon?

An ambulance from Elit Hospital will be available for emergencies during the marathon.

The route to be run in the marathon will be closed to traffic in a controlled manner by the Police and NTM.