{"id":681664,"date":"2026-02-26T11:36:46","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T09:36:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deploy.frankfurt-marathon.com\/?p=681664"},"modified":"2026-02-26T11:36:46","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T09:36:46","slug":"european-marathon-classics-officially-launched-in-vienna","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.frankfurt-marathon.com\/en\/european-marathon-classics-officially-launched-in-vienna\/","title":{"rendered":"European Marathon Classics officially launched in Vienna"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=””]On Wednesday, 25 February, in the historic setting of Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace in Vienna, the\u00a0European Marathon Classics (EMC)\u00a0series was officially unveiled. The continent-wide initiative brings together eight iconic marathons from across Europe into one incredible challenge designed to bring people together, strengthen communities and celebrate Europe\u2019s shared spirit.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Spanning Mediterranean Rome and Madrid, Atlantic Lisbon and London, to the heart of Europe in Vienna, Warsaw and Frankfurt, and reaching north to Copenhagen \u2013 European Marathon Classics offers a journey across borders and cultures.<\/p>\n

One distance. Eight cities. Many cultures. One shared European identity.<\/strong><\/p>\n

At its core, European Marathon Classics is about more than running. It is a movement that encourages health and wellbeing, inspires people to stretch beyond their limits, and fosters a deep sense of belonging among runners and the communities that support them. The series champions responsible participation in sport and respect for the environment – values shared across the eight events.<\/p>\n

Eight classic marathons<\/strong><\/p>\n

The European Marathon Classics series consists of eight races held between March and October: Acea Run Rome The Marathon<\/strong>, Vienna City Marathon, TCS London Marathon, Zurich Rock\u2019n\u2019Roll Running Series Madrid, Copenhagen Marathon, Warsaw Marathon, EDP Lisbon Marathon and Mainova Frankfurt Marathon.<\/p>\n

\u201cEuropean Marathon Classics embodies our ambition to explore Europe together while pushing boundaries- both geographically and philosophically. I\u2019m confident this series will show that across Europe we are better together than we are apart and that we are more similar than we are different. I hope it will inspire participants from around the world to experience Europe\u2019s great marathons, cities and communities,\u201d said Hugh Brasher, Event Director of the TCS London Marathon and one of the driving forces behind the creation of European Marathon Classics.<\/p>\n

To earn the title of\u00a0\u201cEuropean Marathon Classics Finisher\u201d\u00a0and receive a commemorative medal, participants must complete at least five different marathons from the list, each in a different city. There is no time limit for completing the five races.<\/p>\n

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Medal and collectible magnetic coins<\/strong><\/p>\n

During the Vienna inauguration, the European Marathon Classics medal was unveiled, which embodies the series\u2019 values of unity and shared experience. It will be awarded to participants upon completion of their fifth race in the series.<\/p>\n

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The medal design features a distinctive concentric structure, with space to add magnetic collectible badges from the races completed. As runners complete the marathons, they build a personalized medal reflecting their journey.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe European Marathon Classics are an inspiring challenge, and this unique medal represents this spirit in a truly remarkable way,\u201d says Kathrin Widu<\/strong>, CEO of the Vienna City Marathon. \u201cBy bringing together leading European marathons, we aim to inspire even more people to embrace marathon running. We are united by shared values like a passion for sport, community, health, and sustainability and driven by the energy of a new generation of runners.\u201d<\/p>\n

Historical results will count
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\nOne of the key principles of the project is a commitment to recognising both future achievements and historic marathon results, dating back to the earliest editions of each event \u2013 from Madrid\u2019s inaugural 1978 race to Lisbon\u2019s beginnings in 1986.<\/p>\n

Through a partnership with LetsDoThis.com<\/strong>, runners will be able to add verified past race results to their EMC profiles, with the feature expected to launch in the second half of 2026.<\/p>\n

\u201c<\/em>We value everyone who has ever completed the marathon distance at our races, whether this year or forty years ago. It is a major operational undertaking and a significant organizational challenge, but we will make it possible to recognize results dating back to the very first editions. We see this as a sign of respect for marathon history and for the people who created it,\u201d<\/em>\u00a0emphasized Marek Tronina<\/strong>, Race Director of the Warsaw Marathon.<\/p>\n

Registration for European Marathon Classics is now open at\u00a0www.europeanmarathonclassics.eu<\/a>. Joining the series is free of charge. Entry fees apply for participation in individual races in accordance with each event\u2019s regulations.<\/p>\n

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Digital assets for the press release<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Here is the link to Google shared drive<\/a> where you can find all the assets (photos, videos) related to the European Marathon Classics launch. When using please always credit author: Roman Pfeiffer for EMC<\/p>\n

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About European Marathon Classics – <\/strong>www.europeanmarathonclassics.eu<\/a><\/p>\n

European Marathon Classics (EMC) is a European series uniting eight prestigious marathons in cities across Europe: Rome, Madrid, Lisbon, London, Copenhagen, Vienna and Warsaw, to Frankfurt.<\/p>\n

The initiative combines sport, tourism and culture, encourages regular physical activity, promotes responsible participation, and supports communities among runners from around the world.<\/p>\n

Participants who complete at least five marathons in five different cities earn the title of\u00a0\u201c<\/strong>European Marathon Classics Finisher\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0and receive a special collectible medal that can be personalized by collecting unique badges corresponding to each race.<\/p>\n

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2026 European Marathon Classics calendar:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Acea Run Rome The Marathon \u2013 March, 22<\/strong><\/p>\n

Vienna City Marathon \u2013 April, 19<\/strong><\/p>\n

TCS London Marathon \u2013 April, 26<\/strong><\/p>\n

Zurich Rock \u2019n\u2019 Roll Running Series Madrid \u2013 April, 26<\/strong><\/p>\n

Copenhagen Marathon \u2013 May, 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

Warsaw Marathon \u2013 September, 27<\/strong><\/p>\n

EDP Maratona de Lisboa \u2013 October, 10<\/strong><\/p>\n

Mainova Frankfurt Marathon \u2013 October, 25<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”681673″ css=””][dhsv_vc_caption text=”On Wednesday, 25 February, in the historic setting of Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace in Vienna, the European Marathon Classics (EMC) series was officially unveiled. Photo: Roman Pfeiffer”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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