March Running in Europe - Races, Fun Runs, and Charity Events

March comes in like a lion, so strap on your running shoes and get ready to lead the pride. The days are getting longer and warmer, and the weekends more full of fun running events to choose from. Below are some of our European favorites:

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• FRANCE: Le Semi de Paris has changed its date from Sunday March 14 to Sunday March 7, but the 13.1 mile course through the heart of the city is still guaranteed to be memorable. Half-Marathon.
• ITALY: If you prefer to run half-marathons with a mountainous backdrop, the Laggo Maggiore Half Marathon is also being held on March 7. Or check out the Stramilano, one of Italy's most famous halves, which will be held on March 21. Both courses is reputed to be one of the fastest in Italy, making your arrival at post-run pizza happen that much sooner. Laggo Maggiore - Half-Marathon; Stramilano - Half-Marathon, 10K, 
• MONACO: Running through Monaco is one of the few affordable options for seeing the country, and the Monaco Half-Marathon on Sunday, March 21 is a great way to check it out with your running fellows. Half-marathon, 10K.
• PORTUGAL: Over 30,000 runners participated in the 2009 Lisbon Half Marathon, and 2010 is expected to be a similarly phenomenal show. Sunday, March 21 - Half-Marathon, Mini-Marathon (7.2 K).