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run a half marathon in March on the shores of Lake Balaton!

Öböl Half Marathon (21,1 km)

21.1 km is a little different

Watch out for this: the home office has arrived at the half marathon!

Have you ever run a half marathon on Friday? It can be in training, but in competition? Well... We invite you to a special half-marathon and are waiting for you: join the field on the 2nd day of the event and run a half-marathon on the shores of Lake Balaton in March! We start from Keszthely and arrive in Szigliget. You have to manage the home office, but feel free to leave the rest to us! Well, can the party go for 21 kilometers?

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Daily routes (illustrated with a map)

route, maps and site plans

Browse our site maps and get familiar with the competition venue to ensure everything runs smoothly on the big day!

Keszthely – Szigliget: 21.1 km

Keszthely-Gyenesdiás-Vonyarcvashegy-Balatongyörök-Balatonederics-Szigliget

The route was marked on the Balaton cycle path, it is the same as the 2nd day 3 stage of the 15th Balaton Supermarathon.

The route of the Öböl Half-marathon may change due to construction works around Lake Balaton and other factors!

entry, participation information

Spuri Bay Half Marathon

 

Basis

(HUF/person)

Spuri Gold Card (HUF/person)

Student

(HUF/person)

Over 65 years old
 (HUF/person)

Until 2025.09.22

13,000 HUF

10,000 HUF

  

Until 24.11.2025

15,000 HUF

12,000 HUF

  

Until 2026.01.26

17,000 HUF

13,000 HUF

  

Until 2026.02.23

19,000 HUF

15,000 HUF

  

On site (if the capacity limit is not reached earlier)

23,000 HUF

   
  • individually branded technical running shirtt
    • sizes S-XXL are available in women's styles
    • XS-XXL sizes are available in men's styles
  • gifts from supporters
  • For all finishers unique medal
  • Update
  • Medical service on the route and at the finish (the phone number of the doctor is also indicated on the start numbers)
  • We will transfer the packages delivered at the start to the finish line
  • chip net timing
  • 21,26% VAT
  •  

Registration online:

On our online registration platform. Until February 23, 2026!

Appointment in person:

In advance

  • At BSI events, in the Information tent
  • On site at the competition center (if the number limit is not reached earlier)

If you register personally, you can pay in the following ways:

  • in cash
  • with a bank card
  • With OTP, MBH and K&H SZÉP cards

For other entry-related questions, please contact nevezes@futanet.hu we are waiting for you at

Only those born before February 28, 2014 (12 years old or older) can participate in the individual competition.

In the case of entries submitted by February 1, the first name will be automatically displayed on the starting number, below the number.

  • we can only waive this at the special request of the entrant
    • In the case of online entry, please enter the text "NEM KEREK" in the caption that appears on the start number.
  • it is possible for other inscriptions (e.g. nickname) to be placed on the start number instead of the first name, but no more than 16 characters long. 
  • This request must be indicated when submitting the entry.
  • Only those entrants who request this separately will have an inscription on their starting number, their first name will be automatically added to it!
  • Entrants who use their husband's name with the suffix "-né" please enter their first name
  • We are unable to display character images or emoticons.

Under the number on the start number, we leave room for the name to be written for later entrants.

Those completing their first half marathon are entitled to wear a special "FIRST HALF MARATHON" additional start number, which must be indicated at the time of entry.

This race number can be worn on the back!

The list of already registered participants, the start list here you find it.

Age categories used in the results list that are not awarded separately:

Men's age category

Women's age category

Age

Date of birth

M12

W12

12-15 years old

2010.02.28 – 2014.02.27

M16

W16

16-17 years old

2008.02.28 – 2010.02.27

M18

W18

They are 18-19 years old

2006.02.28 – 2008.02.27

M20

W20

They are 20-24 years old

2001.02.28 – 2006.02.27

M25

W25

They are 25-29 years old

1996.02.28 – 2001.02.27

M30

W30

They are 30-34 years old

1991.02.28 – 1996.02.27

M35

W35

They are 35-39 years old

1986.02.28 – 1991.02.27

M40

W40

They are 40-44 years old

1981.02.28 – 1986.02.27

M45

W45

They are 45-49 years old

1976.02.28 – 1981.02.27

M50

W50

They are 50-54 years old

1971.02.28 – 1976.02.27

M55

W55

They are 55-59 years old

1966.02.28 – 1971.02.27

M60

W60

They are 60-64 years old

1961.02.28 – 1966.02.27

M65

W65

They are 65-69 years old

1956.02.28 – 1961.02.27

M70

W70

They are 70-74 years old

1951.02.28 – 1956.02.27

M75

W75

They are 75-79 years old

1946.02.28 – 1951.02.27

M80

W80

They are 80 years old and older

Born before 28.02.1946

Only those participants of the Balaton Supermarathon who are not otherwise running on that day can participate in the Öböl Half Marathon by registering separately!

  • The route was marked on the cycle path around Lake Balaton and on the low-traffic (usually cycle-friendly) roads of the settlements. Where this is justified by the route (e.g. at railway crossings), there will be separate civil guard/police insurance.
  • Where separate personal insurance is not justified, the participants must keep in mind the safe movement and the rules of the traffic police, paying attention to other road users.
  • Where passage is prohibited by a railway barrier with lights or security personnel on site, the time spent there will be credited.
  • For those starting out, we recommend that you take your mobile phone with you on the route.
  • Accompanying cyclists is not permitted at the race.

Event organizer: 

BSI Sport Kft.
1139 Budapest, Fay Street 4.
www.futanet.hu
nevezes@futanet.hu

  • All well-prepared runners who accept the conditions included in the competition announcement and comply with the competition regulations can start the race.
  • Due to the peculiarities of the route and the increased risk of accidents, competitors in wheelchairs and handbikes are not allowed to participate in the race!!!
  • A 10-minute time penalty may be given to a competitor who folds his start number and wears it in a way that is not clearly visible during the race.
  • A competitor may be disqualified who, despite repeated warnings, violates the rule regarding wearing the starting number, and who does not complete the entire distance of the race - designated by the organizers - or who fills in the entry form inaccurately or incompletely with data that does not correspond to reality, and the chip is not use as intended.
  • In the race, roller skating, cycling, running without a starting number, and running with dogs are prohibited.
  • Since the race is on a bicycle or bicycle-friendly road NOT closed to traffic, it is not recommended to wear headphones that dampen the noise of the outside world on both ears for the safety of the competitors.
    • During the competition, the bicycle and motorcycle organizers and, if necessary, the ambulances work in the field.
    • The headphones suppress external noise, so the runner may not disturb previous runners and the organizers and medical team doing their work.
  • It is not possible to accompany cyclists or roller skates in this event!
  • We do not undertake to preserve value during the competition!
  • Any commercial and advertising activities at the event location may only be carried out with the prior permission of BSI, in an agreed form and manner.
  • For organizational reasons, BSI reserves the right to limit the number of participants and to close registration at any time.
  • BSI reserves the right to change the route and time.

On the day of the competition:

  • It's always worth paying attention to the race announcer!
    • Some things may change on the day of the competition, and this is the only way we can inform you.
    • In some cases, possible changes for the next day are also indicated upon arrival at the destination.
    • If we know about an important change in time, www.futanet.hu we also indicate it on our website.

Running Etiquette:

  • Arrive on time! – to avoid the nervousness of queuing in the competition center and changing rooms, to have time to meet friends you haven't seen in a long time, or to find new acquaintances and fellow runners.
  • Don't let a runner run past you who has not entered the race! It's not fair to those who paid to run.
  • If you are traveling with a couple of other runners, do not block the entire width of the road.
  • If you hear someone overtaking you, step aside as soon as possible and let them go.
  • We ask that you take care of cleanliness in the area of the competition center and on the route! Use the designated waste bins and do not litter!
  • Restoring the competition venue to its original condition is a very big task, thank you for helping our work with this!
  • We ask that the accompanying vehicles only wait in the designated place in accordance with the regulations of the KRESZ!

information for the day of the event

The timeline here you find it.

Date: February 27, 2026 11:00 AM

The start time, locations and route of the Öböl Half Marathon may change due to construction work around Lake Balaton and other factors!

Start - Keszthely. At the same location as the 2nd relay location of the Balaton Supermarathon, in Keszthely, in the parking lot at Helikon Strand. (Participants start in pairs according to the planned pace, starting every 1-2 seconds.)

Finish – Szigliget, parking lot under the castle. 

Start date: 11:00 a.m

The competition center in Keszthely, at Helikon Strand, in Halászcsárda is located. 

Opening hours: 9:00 - 10:45.

Entrants of the Gulf Half Marathon have the option of using a transfer bus

  • After arriving at the destination in Szigliget, the bus transports passengers to the start location, Keszthely.
    • You can board the bus in the parking lot at the bottom of the finish line.
    • Bus ticket price: expected to start at 9,000 HUF/person. 
    • Tickets can be purchased in advance online no later than February 23, 2026 or while supplies last.
    • Depending on the bus occupancy, it is possible to buy tickets from the bus attendants on site. The price of a ticket purchased on site is expected to start at 10,000 HUF/person.
    • The departure time of the buses is continuous after arrival at the destination, but a waiting time of 30-50 minutes is possible.

Participants who do not use the shuttle bus must arrange their own return journey from the finish line to the start.

On site, in the competition center: In Keszthely, at Helikon Strand in Halászcsárda

    • February 27, 9:00 – 10:45

Useful:

  • Wear your race number on the front, please make sure it is always clearly visible and do not fold it! In case of irregular start numbering, you will receive a 10 minute time penalty! Make sure that your start number is attached correctly, you will find safety pins for this in the start package and at the entry desks.

We set up changing tents at the start and finish.

We will transfer the packages of the runners to the finish line.

  • Package delivery until 10:45!

You can drop off 1 package with a maximum size of 60x40x30 cm at the cloakroom, no later than 10:45 AM. We are not responsible for fragile or valuable items left in the package.

When you drop off your package, you will receive a numbered wristband, and the package will only be given to the holder of this wristband at the finish line, at the cloakroom tent.

We will place mobile toilets at the start, at the refreshment stations and at the finish line.

  • at the start WATER ONLY
  • approx. At 4.6 km in Gyenesdiás at Madách Imre Street (Bringatanya)
  • approx. At 10.3 km in Balatongyörök, at Böngyéres utca
  • approx. At 14.1 km in Becehegy, next to road A 71, at Mandulás road
  • approx. At 18.7 km, next to road 71, after the Balatonederic railway crossing WATER ONLY
  • in the goal WATER ONLY


Participants of the Öböl Half Marathon can refresh themselves at the tables designated for the Balaton Supermarathon TRANSITORS, marked with signs.

The planned range of refreshment stations:

  • water
  • powerade
  • banana
  • glucose
  • magnesium effervescent tablet
  • calcium
  • paper handkerchief
  • Toilet paper
  • band aid


There is NO POSSIBILITY to drop off individual refreshments for the participants of the Gulf Half Marathon.

The locations and route of the Öböl Half-Marathon may change due to construction work around Lake Balaton and other factors!

5 hours

We may later introduce a number limit for the Gulf Half Marathon. When the limit is reached, the entry is automatically closed.

Timing is done with UHF chips glued to the back of the start number. 

To record successful individual times, please observe the following rules:

  • The start number must be worn visibly on the stomach/chest area throughout the race. (number plate belt allowed)
    • The start number must not be covered.
  • The chip on the back of the number should not be removed, folded or pierced with a safety pin.
  • Everyone should wear their own race number during the race.
  • After reaching the destination, please leave the measurement point as soon as possible.

1-3. ranked man and woman.

The results are announced based on the order of arrival at the finish line (gross time). The results list on the website (based on the net time) may also include a different ranking.

information after reaching the finish line

The results you can find it here.

The results are continuously updated on the website after arrival at the finish line.

Our photo selection after the event is a Balaton Supermarathon on our Facebook page and the Media library you can find it in the menu item.

Take the experience home!
Look back by race number or theme and download photos of you at the race from On the running photo page!

Summary films and closing videos of the event here you find it.

Friday joy run

Run a half marathon while others are sitting in the office!

reassuring answers

Frequently Asked Questions

We have grouped together your most frequently asked questions

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Follow your runner on the route map online!

Just a few clicks and you can see where your teammate and runner are on the day's stage as you go. 

You didn't forget, did you? You can still register at a discount until midnight Thursday!

Be there between March 6-9 at Lake Balaton, run for 1, 2 or 4 days, individually or in a team!

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