Explore the cultural and historical treasures of the capital,
from iconic monuments to hidden corners of the city.
Landmarks Along the Course: TZUM – Sofia’s Iconic Central Department Store
During Wizz Air Sofia Marathon 2026, participants in the 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Marathon and the new 2 × 21.1 km Relay will run past one of Sofia’s most iconic landmarks. Discover the history of the Central Department Store (TZUM), its remarkable architecture and the fascinating facts that have made it a symbol of the Bulgarian capital.
Landmarks Along the Course – The Saint Sofia Statue
Within the first minutes of the race, participants in all Wizz Air Sofia Marathon distances pass one of the city’s most iconic landmarks – the Saint Sofia Statue. Standing in the heart of the Bulgarian capital, it is among the first and last sights runners encounter along the course.
Landmarks Along the Route – Banya Bashi Mosque
Learn more about Banya Bashi Mosque – one of the first landmarks along the certified course of Wizz Air Sofia Marathon 2026. History, route highlights, and interesting facts about the so-called “Triangle of Religions”.
Landmarks Along the Route – National Art Gallery (The Palace)
The National Art Gallery (The Palace) is the start and finish point of Wizz Air Sofia Marathon 2026 and one of the key landmarks along the route. The building brings together Bulgaria’s royal history and cultural heritage with the energy of a major international running event.
Murals along the Wizz Air Sofia Marathon route: Art that inspires in motion
The route of the Wizz Air Sofia Marathon is not just a sporting challenge but also a journey through the colors and symbols of Sofia. Along the course, impressive murals stand out, transforming every stride into an encounter with urban art.
Landmarks Along the Wizz Air Sofia Marathon Course
The Wizz Air Sofia Marathon is more than a race – it’s a run through Sofia’s history and spirit, where every step unveils another landmark on the city’s cultural map.
The National Library – A Movement of Knowledge
Националната библиотека е символ на знанието и паметта, който свързва културната ос на София с ритъма на Wizz Air Sofia Marathon.
Sofia University – Knowledge, Spirit, and Architecture Along the Marathon Route
Sofia University is a symbol of knowledge and resilience, inspiring Wizz Air Sofia Marathon participants in the early kilometers of their run.
St Nedelya Church – a Landmark at the Heart of the City and the Marathon
St Nedelya Church is a spiritual and historical landmark in the very heart of Sofia, welcoming and sending off runners along the Wizz Air Sofia Marathon route.
The Monument of Vasil Levski – History and Motion in the Heart of Sofia
The Monument of Vasil Levski is a place of historical memory and symbolic motion, passed along the route of the Wizz Air Sofia Marathon.
