Florence Marathon 2026
The Florence Marathon is the second largest marathon in Italy and one of the most beautiful in Europe. Starting and finishing in the majestic Piazza del Duomo, opposite the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral and its Brunelleschi dome, the course winds through the historic heart of Florence: the Piazza della Signoria, the banks of the Arno River, the iconic Ponte Vecchio, and the Tuscan hills as a backdrop. With over 10,000 runners from around the world, a flat and fast course designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and an incomparable Italian atmosphere, Florence is one of those races you don’t just run, you experience.
Planet-Tours has been organizing your Florence Marathon trip for over 30 years: direct flight from Paris Orly to Florence on Friday morning, Hotel Roma ★★★★ just 550 meters from the start and finish lines on Piazza del Duomo, buffet breakfasts included. Official race bib guaranteed. All you have to do is run.
Requirements
- Minimum age: 20 years old
- Registration fees: See PRICES
Competitive running
- Have an athletics license from the Fédération Française d’Athlétisme or any other European federation recognized by the marathon organization.
- OR, an Italian RunCard (€15) and an Italian medical certificate.
Running as a non-competitor
Sign the organizers’ release form. You will have access to the same services but will be ranked by name rather than time. Your time will be sent to you individually with your certificate. If you are not a licensed athlete, this is the solution we recommend. It is the simplest option while still offering the same services.
Marathon
Marathon Overview
The Florence Marathon is Italy’s second largest marathon after Rome. With more than 10,000 registered runners, the Firenze Marathon has attracted runners from all over the world, who enjoy the splendors of this city with its typical Renaissance architecture as they strive to achieve their best performance.
You’ll be captivated by its start and finish in the heart of the city, on the famous Piazza Duomo. You’ll enjoy a route steeped in history, passing by landmarks such as the Cathedral Square, Piazza della Signoria, and the ever-popular Ponte Vecchio. This will also be an opportunity to discover the surrounding hills and countryside, offering a beautiful glimpse of the Tuscan region.
With the exception of a few sections, the Florence Marathon course is fairly flat and fast, which is appreciated by the athletes who choose this race. The warm atmosphere and the crowds of supporters lining the course will help you achieve your goal.
Travel with Planet Tours and benefit from the advice of our team of passionate athletes, whether for the race or for exploring the city. We guarantee race numbers for all marathon runners.
Why run the Florence Marathon with Planet-Tours?
As with the Rome Marathon, the Firenze Marathon requires certain Italian administrative prerequisites: an Italian FFA (French Athletics Federation) license or RunCard, plus a medical certificate meeting Italian standards. Without a license, you run as an “unranked” runner, receiving the same services and aid stations, but ranked alphabetically, not by time. Planet-Tours explains these procedures in detail and will assist you to ensure you are compliant on race day.
Our package includes: direct flight from Paris Orly to Florence on Friday morning (returning Monday evening), 3 nights at the Hotel Roma ★★★★ in the heart of the historic center, 550 meters from Piazza del Duomo, buffet breakfasts, airport/hotel transfers, and support from our running team on site. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Ponte Vecchio and 5 minutes from Piazza della Signoria, perfect for exploring Florence before and after the race.
The Florence Marathon takes place in December, an ideal time: the cool Italian weather is conducive to performance, the winter light on the monuments is magnificent, and the crowds are smaller. Planet-Tours offers Florence without the hassle.
Course
Marathon course
2026 rates
This option is for people who wish to travel on their own (airport/hotel transfers not included).
A deposit of half the cost of the trip is payable at the time of booking, with the balance due 90 days before departure.
This price includes :
- 3 nights in a 4-star hotel (Roma or equivalent)
- 3 buffet breakfasts
- Assistance from our representative
- Planet Tours backpack and jersey offered to runners
- Delivery of your Planet Tours backpacks and shirts via Mondial Relay: €18 (otherwise, you can pick them up at the agency. No bags will be handed out at the hotel).
- Marathon registration fee: €69
- Cancellation/lost luggage insurance: €40 per person/with HEALTH PROTECTION extension included: €60
- Personal expenses and hotel minibar charges
- Tourist taxes to be paid directly to the hotel (€7 per night per person as of today)
IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE REGISTERING
If you are traveling alone and ask to share your room with another rider, we will try to accommodate your request, provided we have another participant who has expressed the same wish. Failing this, you will be upgraded to a single room at the single room rate.
Triple rooms are reserved for people who know each other. If a booking does not comply with this rule, it will be cancelled and a processing fee will be retained.
Departure from Paris Orly on Friday on a direct flight – Paris Orly at 7:05 AM, arrival in Florence at 8:80 AM.
Return flight on Monday from Florence at 8:45 PM, arrival at Roissy CDG at 10:35 PM.
Schedules are given for reference only and are subject to change.
A deposit of half the cost of the trip is payable at the time of booking, with the balance due 90 days before departure.
This price includes :
- Return flight on a scheduled airline
- 3 nights in a 4-star hotel (Roma or equivalent)
- 3 buffet breakfasts
- Return airport/hotel transfer by public transport
- Airport taxes €50 to date
- Assistance from our representative
- Planet Tours backpack and jersey offered to runners
- Marathon registration fee: €69
- Cancellation/lost luggage insurance: €40 per person/with HEALTH PROTECTION extension included: €60
- Tourist taxes to be paid directly to the hotel (€7 per night per person as of today)
- Personal expenses and hotel minibar charges
IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE REGISTERING
If you are traveling alone and ask to share your room with another rider, we will try to accommodate your request, provided we have another participant who has expressed the same wish. Failing this, you will be upgraded to a single room at the single room rate.
Triple rooms are reserved for people who know each other. If a booking does not comply with this rule, it will be cancelled and a processing fee will be retained.
Our Hotel
Roma****
We have chosen the Roma**** hotel for your comfort. In addition to its comfortable beds and beautifully decorated rooms, you can enjoy a gym to help you recover after your marathon.
Hotels Repeater #1 / Hotel Description
To ensure you can set off with peace of mind to discover the wonders of Florence, a buffet breakfast is included in our various packages.
Son emplacement est idéal pour la découvrir à pied. Situé en plein cœur du centre historique, il vous permettra, par exemple, de rallier le magnifique Ponte Vecchio en 10 minutes. Le départ et l’arrivée du marathon se situent à 550m, ce qui est appréciable pour les coureurs comme les accompagnateurs venant encourager.
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