The association Run Argentina celebrates every year during the month of March (variable date), the so-called Half Marathon Through the Wine Roads in Tunuyán, Mendoza province. This is a marathon that seeks to promote tourism in the area and athletics natural and healthy areas. An ideal place for nature lovers, sport and healthy living proposal.
Every year around 500 runners from around the world gather, participating in distances of 10 and 21 kilometers to 1,200 meters above the sea level. The tour includes both the idea and the back, and starts at Bodega Salentein. There delivery is made to participants of all necessary equipment for the marathon, plus verification of certificates of good health.
It also offers runners a technical talk, a coffee break and a special talk by the sports director of the test, and then proceeds to deliver the runner’s kit. During the day you can access the closed tent for participants, locker rooms, wardrobes and hydration center during park tours. According to the classification, the corresponding prizes are awarded upon completion.
The route run is No. 89, which houses the most striking beauties of the region, and is a fully paved road with some slopes. At the end of the course, all participants are invited to taste typical dishes accompanied by tasty wines, with the Andes as a witness. Runners who are interested in participating can enter the website http://maratoncaminosdelvino.com/. Registration can be done from there.
