Olympijský běh – Bzenec 2026
The Olympijský běh – Bzenec will be celebrated for the second time in Bzenec. Run around Starý hrad on a diverse route that combines the historical atmosphere of the town of Bzenec, picturesque vineyards, and magical views from the hills around Starý hrad. The route is not monotonous – prepare for pleasant challenges, where besides flat sections, you will also enjoy several climbs that will reward you with panoramas of the Moravian landscape.
Come run, soak up the atmosphere of the wine town, and combine the joy of movement with the celebration of Olympic values and support for the Czech Olympic Foundation. Runners of all levels are welcome.
Courses
- 3.6 km: Dospělí - kratší trasa (Adults - shorter course)
- 8.2 km: Dospělí - delší trasa (Adults - longer course)
- 800 m: Závody pro děti (Children's races)
Participant Information
General Information: Registrations are online only until June 5, 2026; on-site registration will not be possible. You can register yourself and your friends/family at once. Click "Add another runner" under the registration form to add multiple registrations to one shopping cart.
Location and Time: Start and check-in location: náměstí Svobody, Bzenec Main race start: 18:00 (will be broadcast live by Czech Radio)
Entry Fees
Adults - No T-shirt: February 2 - March 31: 250 Kč April 1 - May 31: 350 Kč June 1 - June 5: 400 Kč
Adults - With T-shirt: February 2 - March 31: 500 Kč April 1 - May 31: 600 Kč June 1 - June 5: 650 Kč
Registration ends: by bank transfer on May 29, by card on June 5, or earlier if capacity is reached. On-site registration is not possible.
Children's Races - No T-shirt: February 2 - March 31: 100 Kč April 1 - May 31: 100 Kč June 1 - June 5: 100 Kč
Children's Races - With T-shirt: February 2 - March 31: 300 Kč April 1 - May 31: 300 Kč June 1 - June 5: 300 Kč
Registration ends: by bank transfer on May 29, by card on June 5, or earlier if capacity is reached. On-site registration is not possible.
A portion of each entry fee (20 Kč) supports the Czech Olympic Foundation.
The adult course is for those born in 2010 and older. Children born in 2011 and younger can participate with parental consent, unless the specific race organizer states otherwise.
Additional Information
- Children are permitted to run the adult course in this location.
- The course is accessible with a wheelchair or handbike.
- Chip timing: NO
- Toilets will be available.
- Parking is available at náměstí Svobody.
Program
- 16:00 - 16:45: Children's start package pickup
- 16:00 - 17:30: Main race start package pickup
- 17:00: Start of children's races in waves (by birth year: 2019 and younger, 2016-2018, 2013-2015, 2010-2012 + mothers with strollers category)
- 17:45: Award ceremony for children's races
- 18:00: Start of the main adult race (3.6 km and 8.2 km) broadcast live by Radiožurnál
- 19:00: Award ceremony for main race winners
Contact
Local organizer contact: Vojtěch Koukal, 778 746 835, [email protected]
Current race information is also available on our Facebook profile.