Маратон "Розова долина" - Rose Valley Marathon

The Rose Valley Marathon in Kazanlak is a sporting event for all running enthusiasts. Its main goal is to encourage physical activity and introduce participants to the beauty of Bulgaria’s Rose Valley. The race offers three distances: a classic 42 km marathon, a 21 km half marathon, and a 10 km race. The start and finish are in Rosarium Park, in front of the Rose Museum in Kazanlak. The course passes through urban areas, bike paths, and a secondary road network, with approximately 100 meters of elevation gain. The event takes place on May 10, 2026, at 09:00 and features aid stations every 5 km, as well as prizes in various categories.

Race packs can be collected on May 8 and 9, 2026, at the Orlovo Gnezdo Tourist Association office, and on May 10, 2026, at the start/finish area in Rosarium Park. Aid stations along the course provide water, drinks, and fruit approximately every 5 km. The start/finish area has designated personal-bag storage zones with tags bearing race numbers. The awards ceremony begins at 13:00 and includes overall and youth categories. On-site registration is from 08:00 to 09:00, and the start is at 09:00. The event offers different distances and is suitable for runners of all levels.