Rules

GENERAL RULES

  • Only properly registered participants can take part in the race.
  • Competitors can participate in the race only in their age category (according to their year of birth).
  • Participants under the age of 18 may participate in adult races ONLY with written consent of a legal representative, which will be sent to the race organizers at info@run-tour.eu no later than one week before the race. By submitting the online form, each participant declares that they has read the regulations and rules of this race, agrees to them and will abide by them, starts at their own risk and danger, is medically fit and sufficiently insured for the race, and will follow the instructions of the organizer and the organizing service.
  • Runners under the age of 15 may only take part in adult runs with an adult accompanying them on the course and with a paid start fee. They must also submit a completed written consent form from a legal representative prior to the race, which will be emailed to the race organisers at info@run-tour.eu at least one week before the race itself. By submitting the online form, each participant declares that they has read the regulations and rules of this race, agrees to them and will abide by them, starts at their own risk and danger, is medically fit and sufficiently insured for the race, and will follow the instructions of the organiser and the organiser's service.
  • Runners under the age of 10 who wish to run an adult race will be dealt with individually by the organisers.
  • Each competitor declares that they is participating voluntarily and at their own risk (with all the consequences arising therefrom), is medically fit and in such physical condition as to be able to complete the race without difficulty.
  • In extreme conditions (extreme heat or cold, storm, state of emergency, Covid pandemic, etc.) the organizer has the right to postpone the start of the race or cancel it completely. In this case the start fee will not be refunded.
  • The race organizer is not responsible for any physical injury, damage to property or other harm associated with participation in or watching the race.
  • All participants are asked to be as environmentally friendly as possible, not to litter and to stay only in the pre-defined areas.
  • Participants acknowledge that they will abide by the rules of the race. Violation of these rules in any way may result in disqualification or subsequent exclusion of the participant from future events of this race.
  • Each participant is required to read and respect the important information and instructions posted by the organizer on its website www.run-tour.cz prior to the race.
  • The organiser reserves the right to make changes to the programme, conditions, regulations and these rules without prior notice.
  • The organiser reserves the right to exclude any participant from future events of the race.

TIME MEASUREMENT

  • In the results of each city you will find two times. The first – the so-called official time – respects the rules of the Czech Athletic Federation and is measured from the gun. It is used to determine the official ranking of the race. The second - the so-called net time - is just an auxiliary data that tells the runner how long he or she was actually on the course.

TIME LIMIT

To ensure that we are able to ensure a safe start to all individual races, please respect the time limits, once they are exceeded you will not be allowed into the finish area:

  • 3 km – 35 minutes
  • 5 km – 45 minutes
  • 10 km a relays – 1 hour and 30 minutes

REGISTRATION

  • Each race participant must create an account for valid registration. They will then receive their RTID, i.e. an identification number under which they will log in to their account on a regular basis.
  • Participants in the children's races also need to have an account. This is in order to manage their results, photos and commemorative diplomas from the races. If your child does not already have an email and phone number, please use a parent's details.
  • Registration will only be valid once it has been paid for, by crediting the organiser's account in full, either via bank transfer or card.
  • Online registrations are open until 5pm on the Tuesday of the week before the race. After that, unless the race is sold out, it will be possible to register ONLY on site.
  • ATTENTION, during the first week when the best entry price is in effect, none of the other discounts (junior, senior, percentage partner discounts, etc.) can be used to reduce the entry fee.
  • A valid tandem is one that is registered on-line by 8pm Friday before each race.
  • Registrations not paid for within 5 days will automatically be cancelled.
  • The registration fee paid by the participant is non-refundable.
  • Account number for sending payments: 2052280402/2600
  • CZK 50 of each paid adult registration will go to charity.

CHANGES IN REGISTRATION ONLINE

  • Free registration changes are available until 5pm on FRIDAY 3 weeks before each race (the exception is the Prague race, where free registration changes are available until 5pm on FRIDAY four weeks before the race).
  • After this deadline, the change of registration will be charged CZK 100 in the case of distances 3, 5, 10 KM and relays. Children's re-registrations for 500 and 1000 M are charged CZK 50. These changes can be made every working day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., but no later than 5 p.m. on Friday one week before the race!!!
  • Registration changes can only be made if the race is not sold out!
  • It is possible to make a change from runner to runner, city to city or distance to distance. For the 3km race, re-registration from distance to distance will only be possible with the additional payment of the difference in the start fee (the difference is calculated from the original amount you paid for registration and the CURRENT amount of the start fee).
  • It is possible to re-register a team for a relay race to a different city or change the names of the relay members. Re-registration for a different distance is not possible here. Deadlines for re-registration are the same as for other distances.
  • Registration changes are only possible via e-mail: info@run-tour.eu
  • If you change your registration to another person, you need to know their RTID (identification number, which each competitor gets after creating their account) and add it to the e-mail.
  • Only the owner of the registration can change the registration.

ON-SITE REGISTRATION CHANGES

  • CAUTION, re-registration at the race site is NOT possible!
  • The size of the ordered T-shirt can only be changed during re-registration if the size is not sold out.

RACE AND START PACKAGES

  • Participants can pick up their start packages the day before the race (the location will be specified in the race regulations) and on the day of the race in the start and finish area, in the registration tent.
  • Unclaimed packages CANNOT be picked up later or claimed in any other way.
  • Start numbers must be placed in the prescribed manner, i.e. on the chest, firmly and visibly. If you cover the number in any way, there is a strong possibility that you will not appear in the race results and you will not receive your photograph.
  • The start number and chip are non-transferable to another person and distance. Violation will result in disqualification.
  • A participant may be disqualified from the race if they does not follow the instructions of the organizers, is not visibly marked with a start number and violates the race rules in any way.
  • It is strictly forbidden to use roller skates, trekking poles, bicycles or any other means of transport along the entire length of the course.
  • The participation and accompaniment of pets is prohibited.
  • It is forbidden to shorten or obstruct the race course in any way.
  • It is forbidden to bring animals into the start and finish area and onto the track for safety reasons.
  • The race organiser is not responsible for any items left behind.
  • The race organizer provides luggage storage and a changing room.
  • Refreshments for participants will be served during the race, at the finish line and in the technical area.
  • Prizes for the winners are not legally enforceable.
  • Participants have the possibility to complain about the result of the race within 5 calendar days after the race at the organizer's e-mail address info@run-tour.eu.

AGE CATEGORIES

Children

  • from birth year 2019 to 2025 (running 500 meters)
  • from 2014 to 2018 (running 1000 meters)
  • from 2010 to 2013 (running 1000 meters)

Adults

  • 18–29 years of age
  • 30–39 years of age
  • 40–49 years of age
  • 50–59 years of age
  • 60–69 years of age
  • 70 years of age and more

RUNTOUR MASTER

As in previous years, the condition is to run a certain number of cities – see below (it does not apply to the number of individual distances you run) to be able to boast the title RunTour Master. There will be a special event for Gold RunTour Masters to collect their trophys. For those who are not able to attend the event, we will offer other options for collection. Either personal pick-up at the Prague address (we will add the place and dates later) or sending by post to the address you provide. The price of postage is CZK 250 for delivery throughout the Czech Republic (it may change depending on the current amount of postage and packing). Delivery to other EU countries will be handled individually according to the current price list of the carrier.

All races count towards the total.

  • Golden RunTour Master – there are two options:
  1. if you complete all 8 cities within one year, you can boast the title of Golden RunTour Master and get a trophy (2 of these cities can be completed virtually)
  2. if you complete all 8 virtual races within one year, you can boast the title of Golden RunTour Master and get a trophy (2 of these cities can be completed "live")
  • Silver RunTour Master – if you run 6 or 7 cities, you will receive the title of Silver RunTour Master and a certificate, which will be sent to you electronically by e-mail together with a small surprise (applies only to classic races, cannot be combined with virtual races)
  • Bronze RunTour Master – even for 4 or 5 completed cities you can enjoy the title of Bronze RunTour Master and you will also receive a certificate in electronic form (applies only to classic races, cannot be combined with virtual races)

SERIES RATING

  • The ranking in the Series is determined by the total points scored in each race. Points are assigned according to a coefficient and correspond to the competitor's position in the respective race. After descending order of competitors according to their points scores, the overall ranking in each age category in the announced races is created. After the completion of each race the so-called intermediate ranking is recorded and after the end of the Series the so-called overall ranking.
  • In case of equal points, the highest number of points achieved in one ČEZ RunTour race determines the placement.

Based on the points scored in each race, there are 2 basic ratings:

a/ Absolute ranking

  • The absolute ranking is compiled independently of the age categories. It is created by simply summing up the points obtained according to the placings in individual races of the ČEZ RunTour series. The absolute ranking is further divided into the absolute ranking of the Big RunTour, Small RunTour and Family RunTour.

b/ Ranking in the category

  • Expresses the position of the competitor only within their age category. The runner transfers the points earned from the absolute ranking to their category. The category standings are in descending order of the points gained from the absolute standings. The overall ranking is created by simply adding up the points earned in the Series races.

ABSOLUTE WINNERS OF THE SERIES

  • The absolute winners of the Big RunTour, Small RunTour and Family RunTour will be determined by the sum of the results of all the classic ČEZ RunTour races (České Budějovice, Kopřivnice, Ústí nad Labem, Plzeň, Olomouc, Brno, Prague, Pardubice). In case of running all 8 classic races, only the 7 best results will be counted in the total. That means that the worst result will be deleted.
  • The venue for the awards ceremony for the entire series will be determined during the season.

Big RunTour

Small RunTour

Family RunTour

ČEZ RUN 10 KM

Max. 7 best results counted

PUMA RUN 5 KM

Max. 7 best results counted

RUN 3 KM

Max. 7 best results counted

Prices

Big RunTour

Small RunTour

Family RunTour

1st place (male, female):

financial bonus 10 000 CZK

1st place (male, female):

financial bonus 5 000 CZK

1st place (male, female):

financial bonus 3 000 CZK

159729 CZK CZK FOR CHARITY

With every registration, you contribute to a good cause

The ČEZ RunTour is not just about running. It's also about helping others. Every year we collect financial contributions for charitable organizations. This year will be no different! 50 CZK from each entry fee will go towards a good cause. Additionally, you can also contribute a voluntary donation of any amount to support those who need it even more. Thank you!

Partners

Kopřivnice race partners

Winter serie