Lodz Marathon

Łódź Maraton

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Sports & AdventureLodz

DatesDates TBA · Usually AprilCheck locally before booking

Duration1 dayListed event span

Crowd-Public scale varies

Best forCompetition, enduranceSponsored by the Polish pharmacy chain DOZ

LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: PLN

CategorySports & AdventureFestival type

The story

Lodz Marathon in Lodz

The DOZ Maraton Lodz, founded around 2013, brings roughly ten thousand combined participants to the city each spring across marathon, ten-kilometer, relay, Ekiden, and Half and Half race formats, with an annual Cheering Champion contest rewarding the most spirited spectator groups along the route.

Most city marathons measure their success purely by finisher counts and elite times, but the DOZ Maraton Lodz has built part of its identity around celebrating the people who never cross the finish line at all: its spectators.

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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

The place changes

Sponsored by the Polish pharmacy chain DOZ, the race has grown into a genuinely multi-format weekend rather than a single marathon distance, combining the full marathon with a 10K, relay races, an Ekiden-style team relay marathon format, and a Half and Half combined event

The mystery stays covered

Its most distinctive tradition is the Mistrz Kibicowania, or Cheering Champion contest, which formally recognizes the best and most colorful spectator groups supporting runners along the course, a rare instance of a marathon building an official competition around its own crowd rather than only its athletes

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The Mistrz Kibicowania

Water and renewal

Living ritual

or Cheering Champion contest

The sacred route

Living ritual

formally rewards spectator groups for their support along the route

The local code

Living ritual

an unusual tradition that treats crowd enthusiasm as a judged and celebrated part of race day rather than an informal backdrop to the running itself

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually April

Getting around

Base the route around Lodz, then leave extra time for temporary streets, queues or late return traffic.

What to wear

Standard spring running gear suited to April temperatures in Lodz, layered clothing for a cool morning start, and comfortable finish-area clothing for the post-race atmosphere.

Safety

For Lodz Marathon, choose safe viewing points, watch weather and leave extra time around starts, finishes or releases.

Where to stay

Stay near workable transport in Lodz, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

PLN

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map51.77 N, 19.47 E Open in Google Maps

Lodz, Lodz Voivodeship, Poland

Nearest airportLCJ — Łódź Władysław Reymont

TransportBase the route around Lodz, then leave extra time for temporary streets, queues or late return traffic.

Stay areaStay near workable transport in Lodz, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Lodz via local transport.Search routes Find a place to stayStays near Lodz, close enough for the event-day route.Browse stays Find flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for April.Compare fares Festival gearStandard spring running gear suited to April temperatures in Lodz, layered clothing for a cool morning start, and comfortable finish-area clothing for the post-race atmosphere.Shop the kit Check visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Poland and apply online.Check entry rules Travel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Lodz Marathon?

Lodz Marathon is listed for Past edition: 12 April 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Lodz Marathon take place?

The festival is listed in Lodz, Poland. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

One day is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Lodz, Lodz Voivodeship, Poland

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually April

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Lodz Marathon

Lodz Marathon in Lodz

The part that makes it specific.

The place changes

The mystery stays covered

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Water and renewal

The sacred route

The local code

Essential information

When to go

Getting around

What to wear

Safety

Where to stay

Tickets/cost

Language/currency

Family friendly

Lodz, Lodz Voivodeship, Poland

Your Trip Starts Here

Quick answers.

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

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