Speedy Sightseeing

L’Arc de Triomf is the first of many monuments along Barcelona’s half marathon route.  As I jogged to the starting line of my first international road race in February, I knew the Arc would be the first of many spectacular sights along the course.  Within the first four miles, runners can catch a glimpse of the Christopher Columbus Monument, the slopes of Montjüic, and Plaça de Catalunya.  Barcelona’s stunning art and architectural elements are seemingly endless and the Mitja Marató route is an excellent way to witness many of the city’s outdoor treasures.  My favorite are the final few miles, which run parallel to the beach, where runners can catch a view of the sparking Mediterranean Sea on a sunny day!

Some fun footage of the event-

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKtYxhpj8Pg&feature=player_embedded#!

Mitja Marató Barcelona official site-

http://www.mitjabarcelona.com/

For another fabulous way to swiftly see sights in Barcelona-

http://www.runningtoursbarcelona.com/