Sokolský běh republiky - Písek
Palackého sady, Písek, South Bohemia, Czech Republic
Registration and pricing
Registration closes: October 28, 2026
Race description
The Sokol Race of the Republic in Písek is a traditional event held on October 28th in honor of the founding of Czechoslovakia. The race offers a course for adults measuring 5.35 km, leading through the picturesque environment of Palackého Sady, across Kamenný Bridge, and along the river. For children, shorter distances from 100 m to 1.5 km are available, running on paved and asphalt paths. At the finish line, all participants receive a beautiful medal in the shape of the republic and a starter pack with gifts. The main race is limited to 150 runners, with on-site registration available if capacity has not been reached.
Highlights
- The route passes through the historic Kamenný Bridge and along the Otava River
- The surface of the route combines paving, asphalt, gravel, and forest paths
- Start and finish are in Palackého Sady near the music pavilion
Additional information
The race time is measured with professional timing equipment. The starter pack includes a race number and gifts from organizers and partners. New registrations and packet pick-up close 30 minutes before the race start. The main race is limited to 150 runners, with on-site registration possible if capacity is not filled. Routes range from 100 m to 5.35 km, registration on-site possible, start in Palackého Sady, with refreshments, changing rooms, toilets, showers, parking at Fügner Square and near the post office.