On April 11th and 12th, 2026, the capital city will host the 21st edition of the largest running event in Slovakia – the ČSOB Bratislava Marathon. The highlight of the event will be Sunday’s marathon, with approximately 10,000 participants from nearly 100 countries expected to attend. To ensure their safety, temporary restrictions on both private and public transport will be necessary, particularly in the boroughs of Staré Mesto (Old Town), Ružinov, and Petržalka.
General Traffic Information (Sunday, April 12th)
The main traffic restrictions will take place on Sunday between 08:30 AM and 02:00 PM. The race is scheduled to start at 09:00 AM from Pribinova Street. Traffic at all affected intersections and road exits will be managed operationally by police officers, and the duration of closures will be adjusted according to the actual movement of the runners.
A specific traffic regime will apply to Ružinovská Street, where the race will run in both directions in the section from the Miletičova intersection to the tram turning loop. During the second lap, only one (the inner) lane will be used for runners from the Ružinovská/Tomášikova intersection to the turning loop. Transverse crossings will be released by police based on the flow of participants.
Access to Eurovea and Parking
If you plan to visit the Eurovea zone, we recommend arriving by car no later than 08:00 AM on Sunday. After this time, traffic in the area will be gradually regulated. For access, we recommend using Landererova Street from the direction of the Apollo Bridge.
Saturday, April 11th, 2026:
- “Ružinov” and “Prístav” Entrances/Exits: Will operate throughout the day without restrictions.
- “Centrum” Entrance (from Krupkova and Pribinova): Closed from 09:00 AM to 05:30 PM due to the closure of Pribinova Street. However, the exit from these garages will remain functional without restrictions.
Sunday, April 12th, 2026:
- “Ružinov” and “Prístav” Entrances/Exits: Operating without restrictions throughout the day.
- “Centrum” Entrance: Closed from 08:00 AM to 02:30 PM. The exit from these garages will remain open without restrictions.
Should the underground garages reach full capacity, please use parking areas in the vicinity (Vajanského nábrežie, Gondova Street, Tyršovo nábrežie, or the city center).
Race Route
Start (09:00 AM): Pribinova – Olejkárska – Landererova – Prístavná – Plynárenská – Mlynské nivy – Votrubova – Prístavná – Landererova – Dostojevského rad – Karadžičova – Záhradnícka – Ružinovská – turn at the end of Ružinovská (tram turning loop) – Ružinovská – Záhradnícka – Odborárske nám. – Americké nám. – Špitálska – Námestie SNP – Laurinská – Uršulínska – Námestie SNP – Michalská – Ventúrska – Pánska – Rybné námestie – SNP Bridge walkway – Viedenská cesta – Petržalka dike (towards Lanfranconi Bridge) – Sad Janka Kráľa path – Viedenská cesta – Krasovského – Klokočova – Old Bridge (Starý most) walkway – Pribinova (Finish / Start of 2nd lap).
Traffic will be released gradually: Landererova and Prístavná will be passable from approximately 09:40 AM, and most other sections after 11:45 AM. Viedenská cesta will remain restricted the longest (until approximately 01:30 PM).
Information for Pedestrians and Public Transport
Pedestrian access to Eurovea remains open throughout the weekend. While runners are on Pribinova Street, please use the two pedestrian overpasses (bridges) for access – located near the Ministry of Interior building and the Sheraton Hotel. For families with strollers and persons with disabilities, a dedicated pedestrian crossing at Krupkova Street will be opened periodically and regulated by organizers.
Complete information regarding redirected public transport (MHD) lines can be found at www.dpb.sk. During the Sunday event, a non-stop info line at +421 904 404 638 will be available for up-to-date information on restrictions in specific areas.
We thank all residents and visitors for their understanding and look forward to seeing you along the track or in the stands!
More info at: www.bratislavamarathon.sk | www.mobilita.sk
