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The conference on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the “Warsaw Marathon” Foundation, the organizer of the largest street races in Poland, was an opportunity to announce excellent news! The most prestigious races in the Polish capital in 2023 will take place as the 17th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Half Marathon and the 45th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon. The announcement of the new title sponsor, the Nationale-Nederlanden brand, is another step in the development of the “Warsaw Marathon” Foundation.

“Warsaw Marathon” Foundation’s 20th Anniversary

For twenty years of activity and continuous development, “Warsaw Marathon” has not slowed down even for a moment. In the past year, the Warsaw Foundation has implemented, in addition to its flagship events – the Warsaw Half Marathon and Marathon, the EKIDEN Relay Marathon and accompanying runs: New Balance Five Run and Pekao S.A Warsaw Dycha, as well as much appreciated Warsaw Triad Running Races “Strive for Memory” (Constitution Day Run, Warsaw Uprising Run, and Independence Run). The popular Warsaw runs from this cycle were organized by the Foundation together with Active Warsaw after a two-year break! 

The Warsaw Marathon Foundation was operating even during the pandemic. In 2020, the unique 42nd edition of the Warsaw Marathon was organized and maintained at the highest sanitary standard. This event was then one of the few marathon races in the world.

The largest half marathon in Poland will start on March 26 under the name of the 17th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Half Marathon. The start list already includes more than 8,000 names! The capital’s event organizer and Nationale-Nederlanden announce joining forces and strengthening of the Warsaw Marathon Foundation’s activities.

“It is delightful to find ourselves on a common path with someone with whom we share our values. Our partnership with Nationale-Nederlanden is evidence of their trust and recognition of the importance of our events. I find it particularly significant that at a time when the entire running world is recovering from the difficult period initiated by the pandemic, we are taking another step forward. After 20 years of promoting sports and a healthy lifestyle through our foundation, I know that we have much more to say”, said Marek Tronina, President of the “Marathon Warsaw” Foundation, during the conference.  

Perfect match

For 20 years, the Foundation has been a promoter of healthy lifestyles, preventive examinations and regular sports practice, and thus cares for the physical and mental health of Poles. The goals and priorities of the “Warsaw Marathon” Foundation are very close to those of Nationale-Nederlanden. Sport, and specifically running, is one of the pillars of health prevention that the new partner of the Foundation focuses on alongside preventive examinations and financial security in the wake of unforeseen events. Among sports initiatives, it is worth mentioning one of the longest running sponsorships – in the 2015/2016 season, the insurer became the title sponsor of the largest cross-country running series in Poland – CITY TRAIL, which are aimed at both adults and children. 

The new sponsor of the “Warsaw Marathon” supports the running industry both locally and globally. The NN Group, represented in Poland by Nationale-Nederlanden, also has a long history of supporting running and social initiatives. Globally, NN Group co-leads the professional NN Running Team. The team consists of the greatest stars of long-distance running. The brand not only engages in running campaigns externally, but also boasts an internal running group that regularly trains and competes with each other. 

“We share similar values and goals with the Warsaw Marathon Foundation – such as promoting physical activity as a way to take care of both physical and mental health. We would like to not only encourage Poles to incorporate daily physical activity, adopt healthier dietary habits, and undergo regular check-ups, but also provide them with the appropriate products and tools to do so. Participating in the Half Marathon and Warsaw Marathon events can certainly be one of these motivators,” said Andrzej Miron, member of the Nationale-Nederlanden technology management board and runner. “We aim to inspire Poles to think about their health in a long-term perspective and to simply inject self-care as a permanent part of their lifestyle. Because taking care of your health is a marathon, not a sprint. Thus, the slogan of our campaign is #długodystanZDROWI [#longdistanceHealthy], and as part of our commitment we will undertake a number of activities, including the creation of a special zone in the runner’s town, where people supporting participants will be able to perform basic examinations and confirm their health status,” he added.

#IRunWell, and together we run even better!

Both FWM and Nationale-Nederlanden have been involved in and committed to supporting charitable causes for years. Not surprisingly, the new title sponsor decided to get involved in the #BiegamDobrze [#IRunWell] charity campaign – the largest running charity initiative. It allows runners who sign up for the run to choose one of 9 charitable organizations and set up their own fundraising – a virtual piggy bank. Participants encourage their close ones to make donations towards a cause that is important to them and together they fill up their piggy bank. After reaching the set targets – minimum amounts – they receive a starting package for the run along with a unique, orange starting number. Nationale-Nederlanden has decided to honor the efforts of those involved in the #IRunWell fundraisers and financially support the largest causes.

“Social engagement is one of the key areas of our activity. By participating in this important initiative of the Warsaw Marathon Foundation, we aim to raise awareness of the importance of activity and prevention in everyday life, but also to provide real help and active support to organizations that help many Poles on a daily basis to improve the quality of their lives and support their health, both physical and mental. This mission is part of our social engagement strategy. Therefore, we decided to take it one step further and recognize the efforts of those who joined the #IRunWell program and collected the largest amounts. As Nationale-Nederlanden, we will add additional sums to the leaders’ collections, which the person will be able to donate to the foundation of their choice. We believe that together we can do more,” explained Marta Pokutycka-Mądrala, spokeswoman and director of corporate communications at Nationale-Nederlanden.

“The #BiegamDobrze campaign is an outstanding work of many good people. Over 7 years, participants have raised more than 7 million zlotys, supporting several social organizations in implementing their projects. I’m thrilled that the charitable part of our activity not only attracts an increasing number of runners, but also becomes an important motive for the brands collaborating with us. With this year’s cooperation with Nationale-Nederlanden, the scale of support that charitable organizations will receive will be even greater. This is a prime example of cooperation between the third sector, business and participants in our runs. In a righteous cause run is lighter – this is the main slogan of #IRunWell, and I am sure it will be valid for many years to come”, says Magda Skrocka, communications director of the Warsaw Marathon Foundation.

For more than 40 years, the last weekend of September has turned into a true running festival in the capital. There will be no difference next year. The 45th anniversary edition of the Warsaw Marathon will take place on the 24th of September. Sign up – registration is now open!

Unique history year after year

The Warsaw Marathon is the annual celebration for runners. As one of the few marathons in the world, it has been held continuously since 1979! Each of the past editions have its own unique history. In the early 1980s the race was held under the watchful eye of the army and ZOMO, in the 1990s the first edition of the marathon appeared with the word ‘Warsaw’ in its name, and in 2020 the event was held in an unprecedented formula with the highest sanitary rigor. Every moment of the Marathon is unique, and for each runner the start is a great celebration and the culmination of a long journey. It will be the same at the 45th anniversary edition of the race. Join the runners who are making marathon history with us and experience your unique day in the capital.

Signing up for the run – charity path #RunningGood

There are two ways to sign up for the run – through the traditional path by paying the entry fee, or through the charity path – by setting up #RunningGood collection. You can register for the race through the form at registration.maratonwarszawski.com. It is worth signing up as early as possible for at least two reasons. First – lower entry fee. Second – signing up for the race is the most effective factor motivating you to train. #RunningGood – for a good cause you run feeling lighter

As part of the charity campaign, each runner can choose one of the partner charities and support it through running. By choosing the charity path of registration, participants set up a virtual collection in #RunningGood system. By encouraging your friends to support your collection, you collectively raise funds to support the activities of the chosen charity. When the minimum amount is raised, runners receive a race bib as a gift from the organization.

As part of #RunningGood, we have already raised more than 7 million zł (PLN) for important social purposes! Become one of the heroes with orange race bibs – for a good cause you run feeling lighter!

Make your dream come true!

Running events carry a lot of emotions. The thought of that most important, crucial start of the season brings a thrill of excitement! We know that running a marathon or improving your personal best at this distance is a dream for many of you. Do it, try yourself and run to your destination. Let September be marked by success and realization of running desires – take the opportunity! Let’s meet on the 24 th of September!

Date: September 24, 2023
Start: 9:00 am
Entry fee: 200 PLN /60 € in the first round of registration

Package within #RunningGood: collecting the minimum amount of 450 PLN till 31 August 2023

Once again, we invite you to participate in the New Balance High Five Race which will accompany the Warsaw Half Marathon. Confront the distance of 5 km, run along a beautiful route in the heart of the city and feel the atmosphere of a great event! Registration has begun! The lowest entry fee will be until 31st of January or exhaustion of 500 starting numbers in this pool. 

The perfect challenge for beginners and advanced runners

Five kilometers is the perfect challenge for the beginning of a running adventure – if you dream of starting a running adventure, this is the perfect time! Experience great emotions and incredible energy, let your legs and imagination run wild! The High Five Race by New Balance is not just a race. Above all, it’s a great fun among people brought together by the same passion.

And if you are an experienced runner, you will spread your wings on the New Balance High Five Race – are you ready for a great race? On the last Sunday of March, you can compete for a personal best at 5km!

Second edition of the New Balance race

The Warsaw Half Marathon and the New Balance race were simultaneously held for the first time in 2022. Last year’s edition of the race gathered more than 2,000 participants and was one of the 10 largest running events in Warsaw and the third largest 5km race! It is sure that the next edition will gather even more runners.

Fast and comfortable route

The High Five Race by New Balance will take place on a spectacular and fast route, with a start on Konwiktorska Street near Warsaw’s New Town, and a finish line on the wide Wislostrada River and a running town in the Multimedia Fountain Park. The route will lead along Adama Mickiewicza Street all the way to Wilson Square, followed by a long run down on Zygmunt Krasinski Street that will allow to speed up or to catch a second breath – and finally a long straight line to the finish line will await the runners.

Run for a good cause

Help through running – take part in the #RunningGood campaign. You can sign up for the run as part of the #RunningGood charity campaign. To support one of nine charities, choose the way of charity registration, collect the minimum amount and receive a unique orange starting number. We believe that together we will once again start a wave of goodness – for a good cause, you will feel lighter while running!

5 and 21 common kilometers and a runner’s town

The New Balance High Five Race is an accompanying event to the 17th Warsaw Half Marathon. The main race at the half-marathon distance will set off at 11:00 a.m. from Konwiktorska Street, the High Five Race will start at 11:30 a.m. Runners from both distances will finish at Wybrzeze Gdanskie Street – near the Multimedia Fountain Park, where the Runner’s Town, which is the center of the sporting event, is built every year. 

Registration for both runs is open from today – choose your distance and sign up to welcome spring on foot.

Title sponsor

The American brand- New Balance has been a technical sponsor of both the Half Marathon and the Warsaw Marathon since 2019, as well as the largest mass running events in the world – in New York, London, Rotterdam or Valencia. The successful four-year cooperation has turned into even stronger cooperation, resulting in the High Five Race being held under the New Balance banner.

Date: 26.03.2023 

Start time: 11:30 a.m.

Entry fee: 65PLN until 31st of January or exhaustion of 500 starting numbers in this pool. 

Next thresholds of the starting fee are changing.

Minimum amount #RunningGood: 200PLN.

Whether you want to break 20 minutes or just have a great time, we want you to join us. Welcome spring by traversing the streets in the heart of Warsaw along with thousands of runners! Registration has started!

We invite you to participate in the New Balance High Five Race which will accompany the Warsaw Half Marathon. Confront the distance of 5 km, run along a beautiful route in the heart of the city and feel the atmosphere of a great event! Registration has begun! The lowest entry fee will be until 31st of January or exhaustion of 500 starting numbers in this pool.

Registration starts December 19!

Registration for the 17th Warsaw Half Marathon has just started. Do you run? Have you been running and want to get back in shape after a break? Are you looking for a new challenge? You can’t miss the start in the event that for years has mobilized thousands of people to start the running season and set their first training goals. 

The history of half marathon and record popularity

The first Warsaw Half Marathon was on 26th of March in 2006. The race was completed by 1066 runners. It didn’t take long for the popularity of the event to grow. In 2013, we witnessed a beautiful moment for Polish running- for the first time in history, the finish line was crossed by more than 10.000 runners. The magic boundary has been broken! In 2019 the next attendance record with a symbolic number of 100.0000 was established. In 2023-when running comes back to life and regains popularity after the pandemic- we have a chance to return to the tradition of more than 10.000 runners at the finish line- sign up and become part of another great event in Polish’s capital.

Excellent and fast 2022- what will 2023 bring?

We witnessed two records last year! The Ethiopian representative covered the distance of the half-marathon in 01:08:55, at the same time breaking the record of the event, which lasted for 9 years. Among men, the Tanzanian representative, Emanuel Giniki Gisamoda, triumphed- his result was 01:00:30. The upcoming edition is another chance for record-breaking results. Will we again witness impressive records? We will find out in March!

Registration for the race

There are two ways to sign up for the run- traditionally by paying the entry fee, or through charity- by setting up a #BiegamDobrze fundraiser. You can register for the run through the form found at registration.maratonwarszawski.com. It is worth signing up as early as possible for at least two reasons. First- lower entry fee. Second- signing up for the race is motivating for training.

#RunningGood- will feel LIGHT running for the RIGHT purpose

As part of the charity campaign, everyone can choose one of 8 charities and support it by running. For registration choose the charity option and set up a virtual collection in the #RunningGood system. By encouraging your friends to support your collection, you raise funds to support your chosen charity. When you raise the minimum amount, you will receive a race kit as a gift from the organization.

With #RunningGood, we have already raised over 7 million zlotys for important social purposes! Join the heroes with orange starting numbers and remember that you will feel LIGHTER running for the RIGHT purpose. 

Getting back in shape and new challenges

Organized sports events and a vibrant crowd of thousands of runners have a lot of magic. There is no better time than spring to get back in shape! If your period of detraining has extended, if you want to compete for a personal best, get back to the form from the previous years or start running- do it now. If you are thinking of making your debut at a longer distance- the Warsaw Half Marathon is the perfect choice. Last year, the event hosted more than two thousand debutantes, who faced the 21-kilometer route for the first time. 2023 could be your year! Join!

Date: 26th of March in 2023
Start: 11:00 a.m. 
Entry fee: 45 Euro in the first turn of registration.
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Thousands of runners will run through the streets of the capital city on the last Sunday of March. The 17th Edition of the Warsaw Half Marathon will take place on 26th of March in 2023. Signing up for the run, which you can’t miss, will start from 12th of November!

Debut, new personal best, or return to form? 

For years, the Warsaw Half Marathon has been the event unofficially inaugurating the running season in Poland. Why? The March spring run is the best chance to get back in shape after a winter or a post-pandemic extended period of detraining. Looking for a challenge? A half-marathon is an ambitious, and achievable athletic goal, and registration for the event will mobilize you to train even after the longest break.

#RunningGood

Help by doing what you love! You can sign up to participate in the marathon as a part of the #RunningGood charity campaign and support one of eight charities. After collecting the minimum amount in the virtual savings bank, you will receive a unique orange starting number. We believe that together we will once again start a wave of goodness- for a good cause, you will feel lighter while running!

First come, first served… and more motivated!

Signing up for the run in the first part of registration is a double benefit. For those who sign up in the first part of registration, the entry fee will be 150zł (PLN) and the starting number is an excellent motivation for training and encouragement to work out after the winter. Don’t leave your dreams for later- make them come true now.

On 26th of March, start with spring in Warsaw! See you there!