Marathon Tömegsport és Környezetvédő Egyesület

Marathon TKE (Marathon Mass Sports and Environmental Protection Association) creates community sporting events in Várpalota and the surrounding area, where running takes place in harmony with nature. The programs are linked to an environmental protection approach: waste collection campaigns, a composting pilot project, and health education and awareness initiatives are all part of the association's activities.nbsp;

The organization's annual competitions are accompanied by detailed descriptions, routes, and results, so participants can plan their participation with clear information and safe terrain conditions.

• Organization of cross-country and recreational running events, over several distances, on forest trails, often without a time limit.
• Environmental protection campaigns and awareness raising, e.g. "From Castle to Castle waste collection," composting pilot project.
• Community programs: Family sports afternoon, Kids' Day, Civil Day, Health Day.
• Special events:
  
  • Schmidt Ferenc Pét Cross-Country Run (spring)
  • Lake Köcsi Running Competition (summer, Balatonalmádi–Káptalanfüred)
  • Castle Valley Run (autumn)
  • St. Nicholas' Day Running Competition and New Year's Eve Sports (winter)

Their central meeting point and premises are located in Balázs Gardens, Várpalota, at the entrance to the Eastern Bakony. Here, participants can enjoy running and walking programs, rest areas, and outdoor infrastructure. Their website and social media pages provide continuous updates on their activities.

Source of description: the website. Image source: Facebook page.