Registration and pricing
Race description
WARTA CHALLENGE Marathon&Half is a winter running tournament consisting of a series of four running events and Nordic Walking walks, held on forest tracks and trails in the forests along the Warta River. The events offer half-marathon (21.3 km) and marathon (42.6 km) distances, as well as Nordic Walking walks over the half-marathon distance. This is a small-scale event for both recreational and professional athletes, featuring themed races and seasonal touches. The start and race office are located by Lake Łyse, next to the Łysy Młyn forest car park in Biedrusko. The gun start for each race is at 10:00.
Highlights
- The course follows forest tracks and trails along the Warta River, with some paved sections and slippery surfaces depending on the weather.
- The half-marathon is one 21.3 km loop with 110 m of total elevation gain; the marathon is two loops, covering 42.6 km in total.
- The course is marked with red-and-white tape and signs for the “Łysy Młyn” running trail, and passes, among other places, a landmark oak and stream cascades.
Additional information
Race packs can be collected on race day from 7:45 to 9:30 at the race office. During the 2026/2027 winter season, races and walks over 5 km and 10 km distances are also held. Each race has a theme, with suggested outfits and touches. The course is not officially certified; it is measured using bicycle computers and a Garmin. The start and event centre are by the Łysy Młyn forest car park, beside Lake Łyse, ul. Poznańska 4, Biedrusko. The start is scheduled for 10:00; race packs can be collected on race day from 7:45 to 9:30. Free parking is available, and the venue can also be reached by bus.