City Hall Lawns on Saturday from 10am to 2pm and on Sunday from 8am to 2pm.
The first 4 km are flat, then a few hundred meters of ascent. The rest of the route is fairly flat.
03 Oct 2025 - 06 Oct 2025
The second largest half marathon in the United Kingdom is the Principality Cardiff Half Marathon. This half marathon through the capital of Wales is part of the SuperHalf series and is known for its fast course and large number of enthusiastic participants! The course is largely flat and fast times are usually run here. The route takes in various highlights of the city of Cardiff, such as Cardiff Castle, the national football stadium and Cardiff Bay. Run a great personal time during the Cardiff half marathon!
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We ensure that everything is arranged down to the last detail during the stay in Cardiff, so that the athlete can focus 100% on the half marathon. In addition, you are part of a group of runners, where the atmosphere is always good.
City Hall Lawns on Saturday from 10am to 2pm and on Sunday from 8am to 2pm.
The first 4 km are flat, then a few hundred meters of ascent. The rest of the route is fairly flat.
The map below shows the locations of the start & finish, our hotels of choice and the expo location. Underneath the map, there are two buttons which show the course and elevation maps of the event.
LegendFriday, 03 October 2025
The start of your running journey. You fly with KLM from Amsterdam to Bristol (08:35-08:50) and make your own way to Marriott Cardiff, your accommodation during this special running journey. You must first travel by bus to Bristol Temple Meads (approx. 25 minutes) and then take the train to Cardiff Central (approx. 50 minutes). The hotel is located next to the station.
Saturday, 04 October 2025
Good morning Cardiff! After breakfast, you still have plenty of free time today, and Cardiff has a lot to offer! The city has a wide range of remains dating back to the Middle Ages. For example, take a visit to Cardiff Castle! The Victorian shopping arcades offer excellent shopping opportunities and cultural Cardiff is a gathering place for musicians in the evening. If you haven't done this yesterday, today is the last chance to pick up the starting ticket at the expo.
Sunday, 05 October 2025
The big day! Today is the day of the Cardiff Half Marathon. With a large group of enthusiastic participants from all over the world, you will start in one of the largest half marathons in Europe. On the fast and flat course, you may well be on your way to a new personal record. Enjoy the atmosphere and the course! Afterwards, you will receive a medal to commemorate the race.
Monday, 06 October 2025
The last day of your running trip! You will travel back to Bristol airport on your own (again by train/bus) for the KLM return flight from Bristol to Amsterdam (17:30-19:45). We wish you a safe journey home and hopefully you will have gained another medal and experience.
We do not offer transport for this arrangement by default. However, we do offer the option to book flights with us. Prices will vary if you choose to make use of our service.
In the heart of the Welsh capital Cardiff, you can find the luxurious 4-star Cardiff Marriott Hotel. Just 300 metres from the central train station, and more importantly, within walking distance of the Cardiff Half Marathon finish line. The hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, a renowned restaurant and a fitness club. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas throughout the hotel. Each luxurious and large bedroom is stylishly furnished, with premium bedding, a work desk and Freeview and pay TV. Each room also has an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer.Guests can enjoy fresh and seasonal dishes made with locally sourced produce in the hotel’s Market Kitchen restaurant. The Brew Bar Lounge has an outdoor terrace and is a more informal option. Room service is available 24 hours a day.
Just a few minutes’ walk away, you can explore the shops and vibrant nightlife of St Mary’s Street. Cardiff Castle, home to the half marathon start, and the Millennium Stadium are both less than 700 metres away. The Cardiff Marriott Hotel's fitness club features a well-equipped gym with modern cardio equipment and free weights. You can also relax in the club's sauna. All in all, the perfect facilities to prepare for Sunday's run.
The coastal city of Cardiff is a dynamic and energetic city where history truly plays a central role. In the heart of the city you will find the highlight of Cardiff, the very impressive Cardiff Castle, which has been well preserved over the years. Cardiff City Hall and the National Museum are other historical monuments in the capital of Wales. But Cardiff is not only a historical city, it is also a modern city with excellent shopping opportunities in atmospheric shopping streets. Of course, you can't miss the city's traditional pubs! Music is also an important element in Cardiff, with the oldest record shop in the world and various musicians in the city's bars and restaurants.