I ran in the Half Marathon this past weekend and really enjoyed the race and Wurzburg. Due to a previous commitment, I was unable to get to Wurzburg until the morning of the race. I arrived at the expo in the Congress Center at 0700, and picking up the race packet was easy and not crowded (crowds picked up about 0730 to 0800). The bag dropoff was downstairs and was easy and organized. Race started at 0900 about a half block down the road, with the Half Marathon and Full Marathon runners starting at the same time (half marathon a single lap of the course and the full marathon two laps). It was a rather warm day this year (70 and sunny), but the course had ample refreshments (water every 2.5K, and water, Iso drink, bananas every 5K...cola about 3K from the finish). Overall the course was fairly flat, with a few small hills up and down here and there but nothing too strenuous. It was a nice course mixing in the urban areas with a stretch in the outlying park areas. Some of the course was a little dull, but overall I enjoyed it. The crowd support was good in the city center and in certain pockets along the course. As others have noted, some cobblestone roads within the last mile and a half or so but really not too bad for a half marathoner. The crowd support picked up quite a bit around the area the cobblestones started so locals helped me forget about the cobbled road. Wurzburg is a cool little city and the people were really friendly. This is a great small city Marathon/Half Marathon and is worth considering when planning a run. I know I'll be back.

The race organization is much improved since I last ran this in 2008. Lots of spectators, very motivated volunteers, and an interesting course.

Loved this race. Well organized, and efficient but friendly. Got a bit hot on the day, but the bands and support kept you going. Two loops with a choice of stopping at a half gave you a choice. If you're looking for a medium-sized, good-quality race, you could do a lot worse. Smashing city as well. Oh, and the medal was a cracker!