The ASD Podistica Peralto (Associazione Sportiva Dilettantistica Podistica Peralto Genova) with the approval of F.I.D.A.L. (Italian Federation of Light Athletics) – and with the patronage of the Municipality of Genoa, have organized the 18th edition of the “Mezza Maratona di Genova” on April 14th, 2024. This is a road race of 21.097 km, included in the FIDAL calendar and classified as “International.”
• Place and date: Genoa, Sunday April 14th, 2024
• Departure: Old Port of Genoa at 9.00 am
• Arrival: Old Port of Genoa
• Maximum time limit: 3 hours
Criteria for participation
Participation will be permitted only for those who have a medical certificate for amateur sports.
Italians and foreigners may participate in the 13th International Half Marathon of Genoa, with the following requirements:
1) Italian and foreign athletes who are members of clubs affiliated with FIDAL.
2) Foreign athletes who are members of foreign federations affiliated with the IAAF and in possession of their registration document.
• Foreign athletes from the EU who are authorized by their federations or with a self-certification that bears witness to their membership.
• Foreign athletes not from the EU who are authorized by their federations, or with a self-certification that bears witness to their membership, and are in possession of an Italian “Permit to Stay” or an entry visa.
NB Athletes who are members of a foreign federation not affiliated with the IAAF and are not registered by their federation, club or assistant must sign a self-certification that bears witness to their membership.
3) Italian athletes and foreign athletes who are members of foreign federations affiliated with the FIDAL and only with a RUNCARD-EPS. Italian residents and foreign athletes who reside in Italy; are above the age of 20 (born in 2000); who are in possession of valid RUNCARD-EPS that has been released by FIDAL (info@runcard.com).
NB The RUNCARD-EPS membership is renewable. The expiry date is printed on the back of the RUNCARD-EPS. The athlete cannot complete if it is revealed that the RUNCARD-EPS has expired during the membership check on the day of the event, unless proof of the renewal having taken place online is produced. Their participation shall nevertheless be subject to the presentation of a sporting medical certificate for athletics that is valid in Italy. The original certificate must be shown to the event organisers. A copy of the medical certificate shall be kept in the event organisers’ documents of each race where the athlete in possession of a RUNCARD-EPS participates.
NB These athletes shall be regularly included in the race’s rankings, but won’t be able to receive refunds and bonuses or win prize money.
4) Athletes with an Italian Runcard and foreign athletes who reside in Italy. Italian residents and foreign athletes who reside in Italy; are above the age of 20 (born in 2000); who are in possession of valid Runcard that has been released by FIDAL (info@runcard.com).
NB The Runcard membership is renewable. The expiry date is printed on the back of the Runcard. The athlete cannot complete if it is revealed that the Runcard has expired during the membership check on the day of the event, unless proof of the renewal having taken place online is produced. Their participation shall nevertheless be subject to the presentation of a sporting medical certificate for athletics that is valid in Italy. The original certificate must be shown to the event organisers. A copy of the medical certificate shall be kept in the event organisers’ documents of each race where the athlete in possession of a Runcard participates.
NB These athletes shall be regularly included in the race’s rankings, but won’t be able to receive refunds and bonuses or win prize money.
5) Athletes with an Italian Runcard and foreign athletes who do not reside in Italy. Italian residents and foreign athletes who do not reside in Italy; are above the age of 20 (born in 2000); do not belong to a FIDAL-affiliated club or a foreign athletics club affiliated to IAAF or a club affiliated to a Sports Promotion Body (in athletics) can compete if they are in possession of valid Runcard that has been released by FIDAL (info@runcard.com).
NB The Runcard membership is renewable. The expiry date is printed on the back of the Runcard. The athlete cannot complete if it is revealed that the Runcard has expired during the membership check on the day of the event, unless proof of the renewal having taken place online is produced. Their participation shall nevertheless be subject to the presentation of a sporting medical certificate for athletics that is valid in Italy (they can present a medical certificate issued in their own country which conforms to the diagnostic tests required by Italian law to be able to take part in any sporting event). The original certificate must be shown to the event organisers. In accordance with Ministerial Decree 18/02/1982, every person who participates in sport competitions must undergo prior and regular fitness checks that are specific to each sport. Italian law requires that the participants undergo the following health checks:
• medical examination
• full urine test
• electrocardiogram before and after exercise
• spirograph test
Medical certificate:
• English (download)
• French (download)
All the statements and results from the exams must be authentic and conform to the original. A copy of the medical certificate shall be kept in the event organizers’ documents of each race where the athlete in possession of a Runcard participates.
NB These athletes shall be regularly included in the race’s rankings, but won’t be able to receive refunds and bonuses or win prize money.
IMPORTANT (valid for all kinds of participants):
• Athletes who are members of other federations (Triathlon for example) cannot participate.
• Athletes with RUNCARD Mountain & Trail cannot participate.
• Athletes who are members of Sports Promotion Bodies recognized by CONI (the Italian Olympic Association) but not approved by FIDAL cannot participate.
• Italian civilians enrolled on the Register of Italians Resident Abroad are considered as foreign residents.
• Certificates of athletic fitness checks with inscriptions such as: race running, running, jogging, marathon running, triathlon racing, half-marathon running, etc. are not valid for participation.
• Certificates of athletic fitness checks for other sports are not valid for participation.
Method of registration
Online via Enternow with payment by bank transfer or VISA or MASTERCARD credit card or Paypal (until April 6th)
Registration Fee
- € 13* from Jan 10th to Jan 16th (without race pack and t-shirt)
- € 15* from Jan 17th to Jan 31st (without race pack and t-shirt)
- € 25* from Jan 10th to Feb 28th, 2024
- € 30* from Mar 1st to Mar 15th, 2024
- € 35* from Mar 16th to Mar 31st, 2024
- € 40* from Apr 1st to April 10th, 2024
*Sales fees for online enrollment should be added to the prices shown.
The registration fee includes the following services
• medical assistance;
• insurance;
• official medal of participation (for athletes classified at the finishing line);
• race pack for the event;
• race bib with embedded chip;
• timing service;
• pacemaker service;
• refreshments throughout the course;
• final refreshments at the arrival;
• bag deposit;
• official program and other informational material.
Time limit
The maximum time limit to finish the race is set at 3 hours.
For reasons of viability there will be a gate at 11 km (entrance to the elevated freeway west side) at 11.15 am and at 18 km (entrance to the elevated freeway east side) at 12.10 pm.
Recovery Service available for the recovery of athletes over the time limit.
Tech packet and race pack
The tech packet containing the race bib and the chip can be picked up on:
• Saturday April 13th from 10 am to 8 pm at the Stand in Piazza delle Feste in Genoa.
• Sunday April 14th from 7 am to 9 am at the Stand in Piazza delle Feste in Genoa.
All athletes are invited to pick up their race bib on Saturday.
The collection may also be done by proxy upon the presentation of the registration letter and all the required related documents.
Clothing deposit service
The participants can leave their belongings before 9.00 am at the stand specifically set up for the purpose by the organization. The organization accepts no liability in case of loss of property.
Pacemaker service
There will be a Pacemaker service.
Prizes
The prize giving ceremony will be held on Sunday April 14th, 2023 in the arrival area. The awards will go to the top five athletes, male and female, the first 3 Italian men and women and the first 3 athletes classified in the FIDAL categories:
CATEGORIE FIDAL
| Male | Female | |
| JM | 18 – 19 years (2006 – 2005) | 18 – 19 years (2006 – 2005) |
| PM | 20 – 22 years (2004 – 2002) | 20 – 22 years (2004 – 2002) |
| SM | 23 – 34 years (2001 – 1990) | 23 – 34 years (2001 – 1990) |
| SM35 | 35 – 39 years (1989 – 1985) | 35 – 39 years (1989 – 1985) |
| SM40 | 40 – 44 years (1984 – 1980) | 40 – 44 years (1984 – 1980) |
| SM45 | 45 – 49 years (1979 – 1975) | 45 – 49 years (1979 – 1975) |
| SM50 | 50 – 54 years (1974 – 1970) | 50 – 54 years (1974 – 1970) |
| SM55 | 55 – 59 years (1969 – 1965) | 55 – 59 years (1969 – 1965) |
| SM60 | 60 – 64 years (1964 – 1960) | 60 – 64 years (1964 – 1960) |
| SM65 | 65 – 69 years (1959 – 1955) | 65 – 69 years (1959 – 1955) |
| SM70 | 70 – 74 years (1954 – 1950) | 70 – 74 years (1954 – 1950) |
| SM75 | 75 – 79 years (1949 – 1945) | 75 – 79 years (1949 – 1945) |
| SM80 | 80 – 84 years (1944 – 1940) | 80 – 84 years (1944 – 1940) |
| SM85 | 85 – 89 years (1939 – 1935) | 85 – 89 years (1939 – 1935) |
| SM90 | 90 – 94 years (1934 – 1930) | 90 – 94 years (1934 – 1930) |
| SM95 | 95 > (1929 >) | 95 > (1929 >) |
Payment of Prizes
The prizes are considered to be subject to Italian tax. All the prizes awarded will be taxed according to the regulations in force. No cash prize will be paid on the day of the race. The prizes will be paid within 60 days of the event via bank transfer.
Note: Category prizes will be sent via post after the event.
Certificate of participation
All the classified athletes can download and print their certificate of participation through the Mezza di Genova website.
Text message and Email
All those who have indicated their cell phone number and their email address will receive a text message after the race with their timing and an email with their ranking.
Non-appearance and fee reimbursement
In case of non-appearance, the registration fee is not refundable under any circumstances.
Photos of the participants
The photo service is furnished by Foto Studio5
Final notes
The organization reserves the right to modify these regulations at any time to ensure a better organization of the race.
Eventual changes to services, locations and timings will be communicated appropriately to the athletes via email or will be announced on the www.lamezzadigenova.it website.
Image rights
With registration to the 15th edition of the “Mezza Marathon” of Genoa, the athlete authorizes the organization, together with its sponsors and media partners , the acquisition of the right to use still/motion images in which the athlete may appear, in all media, including promotional and/or advertising material, all over the world and for the maximum time allowed by the laws, regulations and treaties in force, including any extension of those that may be provided by law.
CONTACTS
Website: www.lamezzadigenova.it
E-mail: info@lamezzadigenova.it
Subscriptions: lamezzadigenova@evodata.it