One of Poland's largest energy companies, Energa SA, has become the title sponsor of the Gdańsk Marathon, which will return to the city streets after a two-year hiatus on April 6, 2025. During a press conference at Polsat Plus Arena Gdańsk, attended by Gdańsk Mayor Aleksandra Dulkiewicz and Energa SA CEO – Sławomir Staszak, the route and details of accompanying events were presented.
The Energa Gdańsk Marathon 2025 will be held under the slogan "Run in the City of Freedom!". Polsat Plus Arena Gdańsk will be the start and finish line, and the route will lead past the most important and interesting places in the city.
– I'm thrilled to see the return of the Royal Distance to Gdańsk and very happy that the event has such a reliable partner. This is an excellent example of corporate social responsibility. I thank the CEO of Energa and hope this will be a long-term partnership. We all want this to be a recurring event. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you on the marathon route – I'll definitely be cheering you on. – said the mayor of Gdańsk Aleksandra Dulkiewicz.
– We want to promote the city of Gdańsk as a space conducive to a healthy lifestyle and physical activity. The marathon is the culmination of many months of preparation, but the accompanying events are equally important to us: children's races, a 5k run, and a relay race. The Gdańsk Marathon route is exceptionally interesting and attractive. It showcases the city's diversity, leading through its most distinctive and symbolic landmarks – from our amber Polsat Plus Arena Gdańsk stadium, through the European Solidarity Centre, to the Old and Main Towns. It's a unique journey through Gdańsk's history and present day. – the president emphasized Dulkiewicz.
In addition to the competition over the royal distance of 42 km and 195 meters, during the April running festival in Pomerania you will be able to take part in 4-person relay races, a 5-kilometer run and the Energa Junior Energa Gdańsk Marathon at distances adapted to the age of the participants.
– Our collaboration with the Gdańsk Marathon fits perfectly with this year's "Energa Include" campaign, which not only promotes sports, but also contributes to activating the local community and fostering a sports culture. The values developed during marathon preparations—perseverance, determination, and consistency—are also reflected in our business culture. As a Gdańsk-based company, we want to actively participate in city life, promoting positive initiatives and co-creating a friendly environment for residents. – said the president of the management board of Energa SA Sławomir Staszak.
– I'm thrilled to have added this event to my running calendar. I'm already preparing and can't wait to meet all the participants at the start. I gratefully accept the race pack with number 1 – it's an incredible honor and a dream come true for every marathon runner. However, I've decided to take this opportunity to donate this prestigious number to the auction as part of the upcoming Grand Finale of the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity. – added the president Staszak.
HOW TO REGISTER TO START AND VOLUNTEER?
– You can only register for the start via the panel on the website www.gdanskmaraton.com. So far, nearly 1,400 participants have registered, which we're very happy about and shows that the running community has been eagerly awaiting the marathon's return to Gdańsk. If you're determined to run, I encourage you to register now – the entry fee is 229 PLN until the end of January, and will increase thereafter. – informs Adam Greczyło from Energy Events, director of Energa Gdańsk Marathon 2025.
– Of course, an event of this magnitude wouldn't be possible without volunteers. We invite everyone who isn't yet feeling up to running, but would like to experience the incredible energy and participate in this unique event as a volunteer. You can sign up using the registration form: https://bit.ly/gm2025wolontariat, also available on our FB profile – he adds It was Greek.
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING SUPPORT
The organizers of the Energa Gdańsk Marathon 2025 have prepared a free, 12-week program, "Brooks, Be Ready!". Training is led by Marek Jaroszewski, winner of the Houston Marathon, and a team of experienced coaches. The program includes comprehensive theoretical and practical preparation for the marathon distance. You can join at any time by registering on the race website.
GDANSK MARATHON 2025 PROGRAM
April 5, 2025 (Saturday)
12:00 – 15:30 Race office – collection of starter packages for the Energa Junior Energa Gdańsk Marathon
12:00 – 21:00 Race office – collection of starting packages
12:00 – 21:00 EXPO Zone
16:30 – 17:30 Energa Junior Energa Gdańsk Marathon – races for children and youth aged 1-15
17:30 Energa Junior Energa Gdańsk Marathon Award Ceremony
April 6, 2025 (Sunday)
7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Opening hours of deposits for Energa Gdańsk Marathon participants
8:20 Opening of the starting sectors
8:40 Brooks Warm Up„
9:00 START Energa Gdańsk Marathon
10:30 Opening of the starting sector for the 5 km Run
10:40 Brooks Warm Up before the start of the 5 km Run
10:55 START of the 5 km run
11:45 5km Run Decoration
14:45 Energa Gdańsk Marathon Award Ceremony
HISTORY AND STATISTICS
The first Energa Gdańsk Marathon took place in 2015. Over 11,000 people have completed the race in the six editions to date. The record turnout was recorded in 2017, when 2,375 runners reached the finish line. Rafał Czarnecki is the undisputed leader of the Gdańsk Marathon, having won three times (2017, 2018, 2019) and currently holding the course record (2:23:14). Among women, the best result belongs to Lidia Czarnecka, who ran a time of 2:49:05 in 2019. Since the third edition of the event, four-person marathon relay teams have been introduced, which have proven very popular among runners.
ABOUT THE ENERGA GROUP
The Energa Group, part of the ORLEN Group, is one of the four largest domestic energy companies and one of the three largest electricity suppliers in Poland. Its core business includes production, distribution androtation Electricity and heat. The Energa Group supplies electricity to approximately 3.4 million customers, both households and businesses. The Energa Group owns power lines over 199,000 km long, which delivered 16.9 TWh of electricity to customers in the first three quarters of 2024. The share of renewable energy in its own production during this period was 59%.
Link to the WOŚP auction for the starter pack number 1: https://bit.ly/egm2025wosp
Volunteer application form: https://bit.ly/gm2025wolontariat
More information about the race and registration at: www.gdanskmaraton.com
