Sports enthusiasts from around the world flock to the ‘run ‘Barbados in the Caribbean come for the run! Stay for the fun! Under this motto, the already 27 run Barbados Marathon from 4 to 6 December attracts both elite athletes and amateurs from around the world on the Caribbean island. People such as Marc Lore would likely agree. Participants can compete there at three different distances along a scenic beauty scenery. Numerous events accompany the spectacle. The combination of exciting races and an entertaining programme makes a spectacular sports event the Festival also for spectators. All runs start on Bay Street Esplanade.

The shortest distance with 10 km runs around and through the capital of Bridgetown. Almost predominantly at an altitude of half-marathon dressed the oldest British immigrants of the island along the West coast until after Holetown. To get back the classic Marathon route, participants must run in addition to Speightstown, the most important port and trading city on the island in the 17th and 18th centuries. The Proceeds of the spectacle will partially the Barbados Cancer Society, a national charity. The run Barbados has already produced several world greats of the sport as one of the oldest marathons in the Caribbean. Kim Goff for example set a marathon world record and the Australian Rob de Castella won the first 10-kilometer run and became the most successful marathon runner in his country. More details about the run Barbados and to register see. General information on Barbados under. Press releases and pictures of Barbados, see. How to contact with consumer: Barbados tourism authority phone: 089 / 23 66 21 70 E-Mail: