Event type

The IWB Basel Marathon is a Marathon, Halfmarathon, Team marathon and 10k run

The minimum age for the distances is:

18 years: Marathon

16 years: Halfmarathon, Marathon 4 2, 10k and Team Marathon (Ekiden)

12 years: 2.5k youth run

With the registratrion we assume the parents of under aged children to agree with their children to participate. Only registered participants with an official starting number of the "IWB Basel Marathon" are allowed to start at the races. The number must be placed visibly on the front side of the runner's shirt.

Doping

The current doping charta of Swiss Olympic is relevant for the "IWB Basel Marathon". Doping checkups can be preceded at any time. By participating all runners agree to the anti-doping regulations of Swiss Olympic and do also accept the exclusive jurisdiction of the disciplinary commission for doping incidents of Swiss Olympic as well as the Tribunal Arbitral du Sport in Lausanne to the exclusion of ordinary courts.

Food and beverage stands

Water, energy bars, gels and isotonic beverages will be provided in regular intervals. For organizational reason it is impossible to take your own nutrition to the food stands.

First Aid

First Aid stations are positioned in the finisher area as well as along the route. Participants must strictly attend the orders of the sanitary staff.

Categories

The event is based on the disposition of Swiss Athletics and the categories listed in the tender.

Medical Recommendation

The organization committee recommends preparing accurately for the run. By registering for the "IWB Basel Marathon" you confirm to be in good shape, well trained and that you are following the medical recommendation. The organizers disclaims liability for any damage/injury causing from inaccurate fitness or excessive demand. The organizer particularly disclaims liability for health risks of any runners in connection with the race. It's up to the participants to check their health state prior to the runs.

Medical service is provided by medical staff at the start, on the course (mobile doctor) and at the medical stations in the finishing area which is free in case of small health problems. If serious medical problems have to be treated by the emergency doctor, the person will be charged by them. However, the health insurance will usually bear the costs.

There is no refund possible if a participant cannot start - even with a medical certificate (exception: the participant can take out an annulation insurance during the online Datasport registration ).

Starter bag & number

Each participant receives a starter bag with number, documents and various gifts from sponsors.

Route service

Participants must strictly attend the orders of the route service staff. Runners are not allowed to be accompanied by people other than the service staff. Short cuts or other unfair means are strictly forbidden. Any participants violating these regulations will be disqualified from the race. There is a ban on driving on the entire route, for cars as well as for bicycles. The organisation can allow especially marked vehicles on the route, which are at service for media, emergency service, police or the organisation committee.

Limit of participants

The presenter is authorized to set a limit of participants. Registrations won't be accepted if the limit is reached prior to the event. Registrations are handled by receipt of payment.

Timekeeper

The time is measured by chip which will be attached to the number bib. Chips must be returned after crossing the finish line (chips not returned will be charged for). Participants may not use their own chips.

Time limit

The time limit is set to 5 hours and 30 minutes (chip tracking) for the marathon and to 3 hours for the half marathon. For the Team Marathon (Ekiden) the time limit is 5:00 hours. Runners who do not finish the race in the given time limit will not be classified and can be stopped on the route. Marathon runners who pass the turning point after 21km only 2h30min after the departure or later, have to end the race and finish as half marathon.