
Milano, Italy · Sunday 23 November 2025
In the heart of Milan, Milano21 offers an urban race through the city’s iconic streets and cultural landmarks. The course takes runners past the Duomo di Milano, the Sforza Castle, and along the elegant Corso Venezia, giving participants a perfect mix of running and sightseeing. This race has become one of Italy's most popular half marathons, attracting athletes from around the world. The course is mostly flat, which makes it ideal for personal bests, while the lively crowds and Milan’s bustling
Adjusted Time
1:42:24
Time difference: -2.6 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Milano21 Half Marathon is a half marathon held in Milano, Italy, scheduled for Sunday 23 November 2025. The course is run on road surface with 147m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 143m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Milano21 Half Marathon website.
With 147m of elevation gain, this is a moderately undulating course. The route ranges from 118m to 143m above sea level (25m total range). While not completely flat, the elevation changes are manageable for most runners and shouldn't significantly impact pacing strategy.
Based on historical weather data for November, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Cold conditions are expected, with temperatures between -1°C and 7°C. While cold weather reduces overheating risk, runners should dress in layers and be prepared for potential wind chill. There is a low chance of rain (8%), so dry conditions are likely.
Milano21 Half Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
Our difficulty rating for Milano21 Half Marathon is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based half marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Milano21 Half Marathon against other half marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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