Baia Mare Half Marathon

Baia Mare Half Marathon is an annual sporting event that brings together runners from all over the country to celebrate movement, community, and active living. The main race is a 21 km half marathon held on an urban course with 6 laps of 3.5 km each, intended for people over 15 years old. The event also includes relay races, a 7 km cross-country race, a popular 3 km race, races for children, and a special AutiSmile race dedicated to people with autism. Organizers emphasize health, community, and environmental protection, planting trees for each kilometer run.

The half marathon route consists of 6 laps of 3.5 km each, with a time limit of 3 hours. The relay race is run over 3 x 7 km with a change zone at the start area. There are age categories and races dedicated to wheelchair users. Minors can participate only with parental consent. For the relay, payment is made once for all team members. The event promotes sustainability by planting trees for each kilometer run. It includes races for different age groups and has an active ecological component, serving as an opportunity for socialization and promoting a healthy lifestyle.