Not only being one of the most spectacular cities in the South Europe, but also one should experience Barcelona marathon which is more than a running event (like a carnival). There was not even one meter gap along the route without audience and crowd was full of energy. Even though I pushed full of effort during the race, I could not resist music beats. Expo was satisfying with various brands and staff was very friendly. It was possible to communicate with English and French. Course was nearly flat. If you adjust yourself with some long and mild climbs, it will be much more easier to hit your PB.

With temperatures around 14 degrees and clouds for about 2 hours after the start I felt lucky running through Barcelona! Supposedly flat, but at some points rather tough (near Camp Nou, just around the Sagrada Familia at the 19/20K point). Many spectators and lots of cheers, the people of Barcelona make you feel good while running. I had a difficult last 10K due to an injury, but I made it to the finish line.

Everything was just perfect. Course is quite flat. What disturbed me was a hill in the beginning from km 3 to 5 and another steep hill in the last 3 km. The weather was warmer I would prefer rising to 19-20 C and to sunny. But most of the route was shady. A very cheerful huge crowd of supporters all along the course. Water every 2,5 km in bottles! Unfortunately bottles without caps... I want to come back and run it once again.