5KM ROAD RACE
DATE
17.11.2024
START
EUROPE SQUARE
START TIME
11:10 am
AGE LIMIT
OVER 12 Y.O. FOR 5KM
A sweet challenge for anyone who loves breathtaking seaside routes but also brisk strides.
5KM might be considered a less challenging race due to its low degree of difficulty, but certainly not a forgettable one due to the intense emotions and thrills it offers.
BENEFITS
- Limited edition, high-quality technical t-shirt
- Unique, artistically designed race completion medal
- Backpack with event logo
- Electronic timing chip for personal tracking
- Provision of isotonic beverages – juices at supply stations
- Full health coverage, free of charge
- Electronic participation diploma, complete with name and performance time
ROUTE DESCRIPTION
The most popular race of the event is the 5KM Individual and Corporate race and the start line is located next to the Europe square, in Foinikoudes. From the start line the runners head east and at the end of Foinikoudes they turn right towards Makariou avenue. The runners continue their race until they reach the 1st km, where the turning point of the race is located. The runners will then head west towards the city centre of Larnaka, through Makariou Avenue and across Zinonos Kitieos, passing from the picturesque city center and the historic church of Saint Lazaros.
After reaching Saint Lazaros church, runners will pass through the Turkish Cypriot neighbourhoods and reach Piale Pasa, one of the most picturesque coastal avenues of Larnaka. Runners will then turn left and head east, passing from the Medieval castle and finish the race at Foinikoudes, right in front of the Larnaka Municipality.
WATER STATIONS
The race route features 1 water station which will offer mineral water, electrolytes, soft drinks, fruits, and medics.
At the finish line the runners will receive mineral water, electrolytes, fruits and their finisher medal.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Runners are encouraged to be at the Starting Line 1 hour before the start time.
ROUTE MAPS
