Monopoli City Half Marathon
The Apulian half marathon by the sea, between Monopoli and Polignano
About Monopoli Half Marathon
The Monopoli Half Marathon
The Monopoli City Half Marathon is one of the most popular road running events in the Adriatic region of Puglia. Organized by A.S.D. Atletica Monopoli and paired with the AS Labruna Trophy, it takes place every year in early December over the standard 21.097 km of a certified half marathon, included in the national FIDAL calendar. The event regularly attracts over 1,400 runners from all over Italy, a testament to its fast course and long-standing, well-oiled organization.
The route between Monopoli and Polignano a Mare
The course starts and finishes at the Vito Simone Veneziani Municipal Stadium on Via Palmiro Togliatti, winding through the streets of the Municipality of Monopoli in the province of Bari, grazing the coast and crossing into the territory of nearby Polignano a Mare before returning. It is a predominantly flat and smooth route, appreciated by those looking for a good end-of-season time, set against the backdrop of the Adriatic Sea and the typical landscapes of the Murgia hinterland overlooking the water.
More than just competition: the Family Run
Alongside the competitive race, the day features the Family Run, an approximately 8 km non-competitive race open to everyone, suitable for families, young people, and enthusiasts who want to experience the event's atmosphere without the pressure of the clock. Registrations for this fun run are also accepted on the morning of the race, directly at the start area.
An event for the city
For the entire morning, the Monopoli Half Marathon transforms the city into a grand sporting stage: numerous downtown streets and the road towards Polignano a Mare are closed to traffic to allow the race to proceed smoothly. The event, sponsored by the Municipality of Monopoli, is a fixed appointment for the Apulian running community and brings visibility to the area during a time of year far from the peak summer tourist flows.
- Distance: 21.097 km (competitive half marathon, certified course)
- Non-competitive race: Family Run of approximately 8 km
- Start and finish: Vito Simone Veneziani Stadium, Monopoli (BA)
- Organization: A.S.D. Atletica Monopoli — AS Labruna Trophy
Monopoli Half Marathon — edition 2026
2026 Edition
The 16th Monopoli City Half Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, December 6, 2026, confirming its early December slot on the national FIDAL calendar. The competitive race will be run over the classic 21.097 km certified course between Monopoli and Polignano a Mare, accompanied by the usual non-competitive Family Run open to all.
The organization, managed by A.S.D. Atletica Monopoli with the AS Labruna Trophy, will announce the full regulations, start times, registration fees, and logistical details in the weeks prior. Information will be available on the website atleticamonopoli.it and through FIDAL channels.
Practical information — Monopoli Half Marathon
Getting there
Monopoli can be reached by car via the SS16 Adriatica highway; the Veneziani Stadium (Via Palmiro Togliatti) is the meeting point, start, and finish line. By train, the Monopoli station is on the Bari-Lecce line, a short distance from the city center.
Registration and start
The competitive race is reserved for registered athletes according to FIDAL regulations; the non-competitive Family Run is open to everyone, with registration available even on the morning of the race. The start is scheduled for Sunday morning.
Traffic
During the event, numerous city streets and the frontage road towards Polignano a Mare are closed to traffic: it is advisable to check the municipal ordinances and arrive at the start area in good time.
Contacts
A.S.D. Atletica Monopoli — Via Chiantera 15, 70043 Monopoli (BA) — tel. +39 080 9372814 — email [email protected] — website atleticamonopoli.it
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Where does it take place — Monopoli Half Marathon
Stadio Comunale Vito Simone Veneziani
Via Palmiro Togliatti, 70043 Monopoli