The Słonia Half Marathon in Radwanice is one of the most intimate and fastest autumn races in Lower Silesia. Official PZLA course certification, a completely flat route and a limit of just 300 participants create ideal conditions for setting a new personal best.
🏛 History and Symbolism
- The Elephant Symbol: An elephant with its trunk raised features in the Radwanice coat of arms, symbolizing good luck, strength and openness.
- A Friendly Atmosphere: The event is organized by the Greatman Foundation and the Municipality of Radwanice, creating a warm, family-friendly atmosphere.
- Unique Medals: Every runner who finishes the race receives a high-quality cast medal featuring a distinctive elephant design.
🏃 The 21.097 km Course
- Start and Finish: Located at the modern CUS RUSZARNIA Community and Cultural Centre (1 Włókiennicza Street, Radwanice).
- Surface: 100% asphalt surface, with the entire course closed to road traffic.
- Course Profile: A flat loop course with no significant elevation changes.
- Finish Area: A race village at CUS Ruszarnia, providing full facilities for participants.
🏰 Highlights Along the Course
- CUS Ruszarnia: A modern community and cultural centre serving as the main event venue.
- Palace and Park Complex: A historic park with centuries-old trees.
- Lower Silesian Landscapes: Scenic and peaceful routes through the rural areas of the Copper Basin.
📈 Elevation Profile
The course is designed to deliver exceptionally fast running conditions and help runners achieve personal bests:
Total elevation gain: +15 m
Total elevation loss: -15 m
Virtually no elevation changes. The flat asphalt surface makes it possible to maintain a steady pace throughout the entire 21.097 km distance.
🏃♂️ Other Distances
- Radwanice 5K: An accompanying 5 km race featuring a certified course and a limit of 300 participants.
- Children's Races: Fun runs over distances ranging from 150 m to 1,000 m (limited to 100 children).
🥤 Refreshment Stations and Support
- Along the course: 3 refreshment stations offering water and isotonic drinks, located approximately every 5 km.
- Finish area: a recovery zone with hot meals, drinks and medals for finishers.
- Spectator zones: support from the local community near the Ruszarnia Centre and at key points along the course.
📋 Key Information
- Date: November 15, 2026
- Start time: 11:00 AM
- Time limit: 180 minutes (3 hours)