Reykjavik Spring

The Reykjavik Spring and  Autumn Marathons are two races with a history that goes back 28 years. The Reykjavik Spring Marathon is the first big race in Reykjavik in the spring. It is always held on the third day of summer, which is a Saturday. The first day of summer is a Thursday. The possible dates are between the 21st and 27th of April. The summer hasn´t usually arrived in Iceland at that time, but it´s often sunny, although the temperature is not so high. For runners, these can often be perfect conditions. The race is a relatively small event, and we try to create a friendly atmosphere. We invite everyone for warm waffles with real cream and jam, with coffee or other drinks after the race, as we always do when guests drop by. Don´t miss this opportunity to come to Iceland and participate in this fantastic race, meet the people, and experience all the wonders that this island, in the middle of the Atlantic, has to offer. Route description: The course runs through the most beautiful parts of Reykjavik, away from the street traffic. The race starts in Elliðaárdalur valley in the east part of the city at the bank of the Elliðaá river, one of Iceland’s best salmon rivers, surrounded by 5500-year-old lava formations and small fissures. The route takes the runners down to the seaside south of the city through Fossvogur valley, on the boundaries of Reykjavik city and Kópavogur, the neighboring town. At Reykjavik University, there is a right turn away from the sea alongside…