Scandicci City Half Marathon

A half marathon between city and Tuscan countryside

The Scandicci City Half Marathon is one of the most popular running races in the Tuscan winter. It takes place every February in the municipality of Scandicci, in the province of Florence, and is organized by the sports club ASD Il Ponte, a historic local running institution. The event attracts hundreds of athletes from all over Tuscany and beyond, drawn by a track considered ideal for preparing for spring marathons.

The course

The heart of the day is the competitive half marathon over the official distance of 21.097 km. The track is built on a loop of just over 10 km, to be repeated twice, alternating between the streets of the town center and the countryside surrounding Scandicci. It is an entirely paved course, fast yet technical and free of significant elevation changes: conditions that make it a test suitable for those seeking a good personal best. The start is set near Piazza della Resistenza, along Via Pantin, where the finish line and event headquarters are also located.

Three races for all levels

The event is not reserved for competitive runners only. In addition to the half marathon, the program includes:

• a 10 km non-competitive run, covering the same loop once;
• a 5 km fun walk, open to families and walkers;
• services designed for runners: electronic chip timing, refreshment stations every 2.5 km, pacers, medical assistance and ambulances along the route, finisher medal, and category awards.

An event rooted in the territory

The Scandicci City Half Marathon is now a consolidated tradition in the sports calendar of the Tuscany region and represents a festive moment for the entire community. Its mid-February timing makes it a popular stop for those building fitness ahead of the season's longer races. For the center of Scandicci, it is also an opportunity to enliven the city streets and welcome athletes and their companions from the Florence metropolitan area and the rest of the region.