Denmark · Road marathon · 42.195 km
Copenhagen Marathon
Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark
Copenhagen Marathon is a 42.195 km road race through Denmark’s capital. The next confirmed edition is 9 May 2027. Its published course preview describes a flat route through several city neighbourhoods, giving runners useful material for pacing and spectator planning. Recreational runners should check the organiser’s current entry routes, while competitive athletes have separate Elite A and Elite B arrangements. The 2027 date is confirmed, but the course page still describes 2026.
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Planning your race weekend? These are the announced dates through 2027. Follow the organiser’s link for the latest date and race-day details. All dates and start times are local.
At a glance
- City / location
- Copenhagen
- Region
- Capital Region of Denmark
- Distance
- 42.195 kilometres / 26.2 miles
- Surface
- Road
- Course profile
- Flat city course; published map currently covers 2026
- Approximate field
- Unknown
How to enter Copenhagen Marathon
These are the organiser’s entry routes. Check the linked page for the edition, opening dates, eligibility, fees and current availability.
Official entry information
Start with the organiser’s 2027 race page for current availability and authorised entry routes. An entry-list listing is separate from an available place.
Official entry informationCharity and official travel places
The organiser offers limited charity places through its partner and identifies official travel operators. Confirm the fundraising commitment or package terms and that a race place is included.
Official entry informationElite applications
Elite A selection is individual. Elite B applicants must document an eligible qualifying performance; read the current standards and contact Sparta about the conflicting qualifying-window end dates.
Official entry informationRoute and course
The published 2026 route covers the inner city, Østerbro, Christianshavn, Vesterbro, Nørrebro and Frederiksberg. The interactive map also identifies refreshment zones. Use it as a preview and check the final 2027 map before fixing your fuelling plan, accommodation or spectator meeting points.
Race-day planning
Check which edition each detail applies to before making your plans. Follow the linked instructions for the latest arrangements.
- 2027 start
- The organiser publishes 09:30 local time on 9 May 2027. Use Copenhagen local time when arranging transport and allow for the approach to your assigned start area. 2027 start information
- 2027 Elite B standards
- The published standards are marathon 2:25:00, half marathon 1:08:30 or 10 km 31:00 for men; marathon 2:50:00, half marathon 1:20:00 or 10 km 36:00 for women. The qualifying performance needs official evidence. 2027 Elite B standards information
- Elite qualifying-window clarification
- The same official page gives 25 April 2027 in the Elite B section and 24 April 2027 in its competition terms as the end of the qualifying window. Ask Sparta to confirm before relying on a performance near that boundary. Elite qualifying-window clarification information
- Course and fuelling preparation
- Study the organiser’s refreshment-zone information, then check the final 2027 edition before deciding where to take drinks or gels. The currently displayed aid-station details belong to the 2026 course. Course and fuelling preparation information
Past races and results
Official Copenhagen Marathon results archiveOpen the organiser’s results to find a runner, club or published category standing. At festivals with several distances, select the marathon results.
Use the official archive above to find earlier editions and category results.
Race news, photos and video
Common questions
When is Copenhagen Marathon?
Confirmed upcoming dates: 9 May 2027. Dates are local to the race.
How do I enter Copenhagen Marathon?
Official entry information: Start with the organiser’s 2027 race page for current availability and authorised entry routes. An entry-list listing is separate from an available place. Charity and official travel places: The organiser offers limited charity places through its partner and identifies official travel operators. Confirm the fundraising commitment or package terms and that a race place is included. Elite applications: Elite A selection is individual. Elite B applicants must document an eligible qualifying performance; read the current standards and contact Sparta about the conflicting qualifying-window end dates.
Where is Copenhagen Marathon and how far is it?
Copenhagen Marathon takes place in Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark. This guide covers the 42.195 km full marathon (26.2 miles). Surface: Road
What is the Copenhagen Marathon course like?
The published 2026 route covers the inner city, Østerbro, Christianshavn, Vesterbro, Nørrebro and Frederiksberg. The interactive map also identifies refreshment zones. Use it as a preview and check the final 2027 map before fixing your fuelling plan, accommodation or spectator meeting points. Flat city course; published map currently covers 2026
How big is the field at Copenhagen Marathon?
The approximate field is Unknown. A reliable runner estimate is not currently available in this guide.
Where can I find past Copenhagen Marathon results?
The past races and results section links to the organiser or timing provider’s published records. Check the distance and edition, and read this guide’s coverage notes: some sources show winners only, provisional classifications or a results portal that needs further searching.
Sources and race information
AthRecs is independent of the race organiser. This guide brings together the linked race information, results and reports. Source review: . Historical details are labelled by edition; current entry availability and final instructions remain with the organiser.
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