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Zawya
07-04-2025
- Sport
- Zawya
Jordan: Road closures announced in conjunction with Dead Sea Ultra Marathon
AMMAN:The Jordanian Marathon Association (Run Jordan), in coordination with the Greater Amman Municipality and the Central Traffic Department, announced the closure of several roads leading to the routes of the Bromine Dead Sea Ultra Marathon, which is scheduled to take place next Friday. This annual event, held with wide participation from local and international runners, underscores Jordan's geographic importance as a key destination for tourism and sports. The marathon is held in accordance with international federation standards, with a primary focus on ensuring the safety of all runners. The Run Jordan stated that all roads leading to the ultra marathon course will be closed from midnight on Friday until 1:00pm on the same day. The road from Rama traffic lights towards the Baptism intersection will be closed in one direction starting at midnight until 1:00pm. The road from the Baptism intersection towards the hotel area and up to Amman Tourist Beach will also be closed in one direction starting at 2:00am until 1:00pm. The main road leading to the Baptism Site will be completely closed from 2:00am to 1:00pm. The road between the security checkpoint and the hotel area will be partially closed starting at midnight and fully closed from 5:00am until 1:00pm. Authorities have prepared alternative routes to accommodate traffic during the closures. The Dead Sea Ultra Marathon features three main races: the 50 kilometre-race individual ultra marathon, the 50 kilometres relay, and the 21 kilometres race. These races will begin at 6:00am opposite Amman Tourist Beach. In addition, a 10-kilometre race will start at 9:00 am, two kilometres before the Baptism intersection.
Jordan Times
06-04-2025
- Jordan Times
Road closures announced in conjunction with Dead Sea Ultra Marathon
AMMAN — The Jordanian Marathon Association (Run Jordan), in coordination with the Greater Amman Municipality and the Central Traffic Department, announced the closure of several roads leading to the routes of the Bromine Dead Sea Ultra Marathon, which is scheduled to take place next Friday. This annual event, held with wide participation from local and international runners, underscores Jordan's geographic importance as a key destination for tourism and sports. The marathon is held in accordance with international federation standards, with a primary focus on ensuring the safety of all runners. The Run Jordan stated that all roads leading to the ultra marathon course will be closed from midnight on Friday until 1:00pm on the same day. The road from Rama traffic lights towards the Baptism intersection will be closed in one direction starting at midnight until 1:00pm. The road from the Baptism intersection towards the hotel area and up to Amman Tourist Beach will also be closed in one direction starting at 2:00am until 1:00pm. The main road leading to the Baptism Site will be completely closed from 2:00am to 1:00pm. The road between the security checkpoint and the hotel area will be partially closed starting at midnight and fully closed from 5:00am until 1:00pm. Authorities have prepared alternative routes to accommodate traffic during the closures. The Dead Sea Ultra Marathon features three main races: the 50 kilometre-race individual ultra marathon, the 50 kilometres relay, and the 21 kilometres race. These races will begin at 6:00am opposite Amman Tourist Beach. In addition, a 10-kilometre race will start at 9:00 am, two kilometres before the Baptism intersection.
Roya News
06-04-2025
- Roya News
Road closures announced for Dead Sea Ultra Marathon this Friday
The Jordanian Marathon Association (Run Jordan), in collaboration with the Greater Amman Municipality (GAM) and the Central Traffic Department, announced the closure of several roads in preparation for the Dead Sea Ultra Marathon, scheduled for Friday, April 11, 2025. Starting at midnight on Friday, all routes leading to the ultra-marathon will be closed until 1:00 PM on the same day. Specific closures include: The road from the Rama traffic signals toward the Baptism Site Junction will be closed in one direction from 12:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The route from the Baptism Site Junction toward the hotels and Amman Tourist Beach will be closed in one direction from 2:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The main road leading to the Baptism Site will be fully closed from 2:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The road between the checkpoint and the hotel area will be partially closed from 12:00 AM and completely closed from 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM. To facilitate traffic, authorities have designated alternative routes for drivers: For King Hussein Bridge: Use the Southern Shuna Road from Rama Junction heading right, or from Sea Level Point to Kafrein Dam and then Southern Shuna to the bridge. To reach the Baptism Site: Travel from Rama Junction toward Southern Shuna and then take the road leading to King Hussein Bridge, turning right before the bridge toward the farms. The hotel street will permit cautious driving against the flow of traffic from RAMa Junction to Amman Tourist Beach, allowing for two-way travel. From the south towards Amman, drivers can take the Panorama Dead Sea Complex. The Dead Sea Ultra Marathon will feature three main events: the individual 50 km ultra-marathon, the 50 km relay, and a 21 km race. The races are set to begin at 6:00 AM at Amman Tourist Beach, while the 10 km race will start at 9:00 AM from 2 km away from the Baptism Site.
Jordan Times
16-03-2025
- Sport
- Jordan Times
Run Jordan hosts Ramadan event for orphaned, underprivileged Children
Sports serve as a powerful tool for strengthening bonds of communication and love within society (Petra photo) AMMAN — The Jordanian Marathon Association (Run Jordan) hosted a special Ramadan event for orphaned children and those from underprivileged associations at King Abdullah II Stadium in Qweismeh. The humanitarian initiative, held on Saturday, aimed to instil values of generosity and social solidarity while bringing joy to children during the holy month of Ramadan, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. All children were awarded commemorative medals as encouragement for their positive participation. After the race, the children enjoyed an iftar meal, followed by a full entertainment programme that included Telematch games, a puppet theatre, and a traditional Ramadan musaharati. General Director of the Run Jordan Lina Kurd stressed that this Ramadan event reflected the association's commitment to its humanitarian role alongside its sporting mission. She highlighted the continuous support for orphans and underprivileged children, aiming to foster hope and belonging during the holy month. Kurd also noted that sports serve as a "powerful" tool for strengthening bonds of communication and love within society, making this initiative a true reflection of those values. She expressed gratitude to the Greater Amman Municipality, the event's strategic partner and logistical supporter, for its continued support in ensuring the event's success.
