Start and finish to remain in city centre

• Published date: 11 April 2024
• Publication title: Irish Times (Dublin, Ireland)

Details of the slightly adjusted start and finishes were announced yesterday, with this year’s race set for October 27th – starting on Leeson Street Lower and finishing on Mount Street Upper, remaining within the Dublin 2 area and ensuring the route will continue to be run through the city centre streets

This represents only a minor adjustment to previous years, when the race started on Fitzwilliam Street Upper and finished on Merrion Square North. It means the Dublin Marathon will retain the same course consistency and familiarity.

“We are thrilled to confirm that the Irish Life Dublin Marathon will be on the streets of Dublin’s city centre,” said Jim Aughney, Dublin Marathon race director. “Running the marathon is a momentous occasion for participants and being in the heart of the capital city makes that moment even more special for them and their families and friends who come out to support them.

“We also need to ensure a safe experience for everyone involved. We have worked closely with Dublin City Council on finalising the start and finish location. We are grateful for their support and look forward to making this event a success.”

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The agreement follows correspondence revealed last October where Dublin City Council and the National Transport Authority (NTA) sought to take the finish somewhere away from Merrion Square North for this year’s race, given the “disproportionate adverse impact” the race has on public transport services.

Richard Shakespeare, recently appointed chief executive of Dublin City Council, added: “We are very proud as a city to host the fifth biggest marathon in Europe in Dublin City. The event brings celebration and vibrancy as well as significant social and economic benefits for the city. It is also a substantial operational undertaking that requires careful management. Together with the Dublin marathon...