The Weekend:

‘Running Crazy Ltd’ have operated tours to Barcelona for the past few years, and the great Catalan capital attracts runners back year on year on year. It is a great opportunity to combine a run with a spot of tourist sightseeing.

What is included:

• Met at Barcelona International Airport by ‘Running Crazy Ltd’ staff
• Those flying in from Girona (Ryanair) will be met from the Bus in Barcelona
• Transfer and return from/to Airport (Bus stop)
• 4* Hotel on Bed and Breakfast basis (Hotel by Race Start and Finish area)
• Discounted Race Entry
• Reception Meeting/Map of Area/Explanation of course
• Goody Bag and Number delivered
• ‘T-Shirt’
• Early Morning Call on race day
• After Race Party
• Full Results Service by E-Mail
• Optional Sightseeing tours
• Optional Pasta Party night before race
• Optional CD-Rom/DVD Souvenir of race (with you in action)

The Race:

Barcelona over the past few years have ‘fiddled around’ with their races, and now the Barcelona Tourist Board have taken responsibility for the Marathon. Starting in one of the most scenic parts of town, the course takes in some of the great sights of the city, running down huge straight boulevards. If you are looking for a PB this is an ideal course, starting early morning and run over a very flat course. If times are not your concern, then you will be more interested in the sights – there is plenty to see. Time limit is set at 6 hours.

The Course:

Tha race starts at 8.00 am

Accommodation:

‘Running Crazy Ltd’ have secured 4* Hotel accommodation on a Bed & Breakfast basis, right alongside the Race Start and Finish area. This is ideal for your pre-race preparations, kit security, changing and showering. In addition there is an indoor swimming pool.

The Weather:

Here are the figures:

• average sunshine hours per day:  6
• wet days in a month:  8
• average temperatuire:  9-16 degrees celsius
• humidity:  75% (at 0700 hrs) 60% (at 14.00 hrs)
• average monthly rainfall:  1.9"

Entertainment:

Barcelona has become a popular tourist destination, and mainly because there is such a lot to see and do. As well as the great works of Gaudi, Dali and alike, there is a varied and lively nightlife – all night if you like! There are many tours of the city and with sights such as the Church of the Sagrada Familia, and Barcelona FC’s Nou Camp there are great photo opportunities everywhere.

Groups:

This weekend offers a great opportunity for Clubs or training Partners to get together. It may also make the travel arrangements more convenient and enjoyable. There are discounts available for larger groups (20+), but even a group of just 10 will qualify for an additional prize for the first or last to finish (you choose!).  

Prices:

This weekend represents good value for money – and prices start from as little as £149 for the weekend. Non-runners obviously pay less.

What to do next:

If you are interested in taking part in this event, simply complete and return the Application Form. Further details will be sent by return of E-Mail including travel tips, a full price list, and payment arrangements.