Generali Geneva Marathon
Cologny, Switzerland
- Marathon, Marathon Relay, Half Marathon, Wheelchair Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, Kids Run
- Road (Paved)
- Official race website
The Generali Geneva Marathon is arguably one of the most picturesque city marathons in Europe and unquestionably one of the fastest. The course takes in the countryside nestled between mountains and the shore of Lake Geneva before finishing in the heart of the city in front of the famous Jet … MORE
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My first DNF
I travelled from Canada to run the Geneva marathon. There were a lot of great things about this race. The expo was in a tent at the finishing area (right … MORE
I travelled from Canada to run the Geneva marathon. There were a lot of great things about this race. The expo was in a tent at the finishing area (right down town) and the start line was at a subway station, so it was easy to access. The route was rolling hills and scenic – the middle portion was quiet but pretty (fields and small villages) with mountains in the background. The course then came back into the city, along the shore of Lake Geneva, with the finish line on the Pont du Mont Blanc.
Unfortunately, it was hot. The marathon didn’t start until 9:45 am and there were only 2 water stations in the first 10 km. Had I known, I would probably have brought an hydration pack with me. Anyway, I got dehydrated and fell at 33 km. I must say that the volunteers and medics were great, but wasn’t the result I wanted! I called it a very long, hot training run – enjoyed the rest of my vacation in Geneva – and then successfully ran the Ottawa marathon two weeks later.