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353e Mollen Marathon Almere
Almere · 39 km away
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356e Mollen Marathon Almere
Almere () · 39 km away
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Trails Herentals-Tielen
Kasterlee · 12 km away
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Halve Marathon Nieuwkoop
Nieuwkoop · 26 km away
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De One en Only
Roelofarendsveen · 20 km away
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Nieuwpoort Marathon
Nieuwpoort · 27 km away
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Mud Masters - Biddinghuizen
Biddinghuizen · 72 km away
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Estafettemarathon Schoonhoven-Nieuwpoort
Nieuwpoort · 52 km away
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Texel Halve Marathon
Den Burg-Texel · 75 km away
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Earth Race
Amstelveen · 18 km away
27SEP
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Earth Race – Forest Edition
Amsterdam · 17 km away
27SEP
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Run for KiKa Amsterdam
Amsterdam · 17 km away
Haarlem · 80 km
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Recurring Marathon races near Haarlem
Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly
Isoniq Urk Marathon
The Isoniq Urk Marathon begins and ends at the harbor in Urk. Runners depart beside the IJsselmeer during autumn. This road race offers a full marathon and a half marathon. The full marathon is presented as Flevoland’s sole marathon. The course is paved, certified, and designed for speed, not trail running.
The route follows Urk’s historic boulevard toward the dike, then consists of repeated laps: four for the marathon and two for the half. Loopgroep Urk, affiliated with Atletiekunie, organizes the event. Entry limits are 500 marathon runners and 200 half marathon runners, making it a focused local race instead of a large city marathon.
Urk Marathon
The Urk Marathon begins and ends at the harbor in Urk, a former island town on the edge of the IJsselmeer. It takes place on a Saturday in October and includes a full marathon and a half marathon. The full race is Flevoland’s only marathon, with capacity for 500 marathon runners and 200 half marathon runners. Loopgroep Urk arranges the event, affiliated with the Atletiekunie.
The course is officially certified and designed for speed. Runners depart the harbor along Urk’s historic boulevard toward the dike, then complete laps: four for the marathon and two for the half. The route also goes by the lighthouse, through wooded areas, and along the IJsselmeer shore. The Saturday timing accommodates runners who prefer not to compete on Sunday, and the event is open to all, from club runners aiming for a personal best to those running their first distance race.
TCS Amsterdam Marathon
The TCS Amsterdam Marathon is an October race weekend in Amsterdam with a full marathon as the main event, plus a half marathon and a 7.5K. The marathon starts and finishes inside the Olympic Stadium, which gives the day a very specific feel: thousands of runners begin either on the stadium field or nearby on Stadionweg, then return to finish back in the arena. It is a World Athletics Platinum Label race, and the course is flat and fast enough to draw runners chasing quick times as well as people who want a big-city marathon with a clear six-hour limit.
The route sends runners through Amsterdam and along the Amstel, using part of the old Olympic marathon course without turning the race into a city-center loop only. That stretch passes stately houses, windmills, open views, and working river traffic before the course comes back close to the center. Start waves are sorted by expected finish time, with bib colors matching wave colors, so the large field is managed in a fairly structured way.
TCS Amsterdam Marathon 2026
Runners begin and end inside Amsterdam’s historic Olympic Stadium, connecting the TCS Amsterdam Marathon to the city’s Olympic history. This annual road race in Amsterdam features the TCS Marathon as its primary distance. The course is flat and fast, appealing to participants seeking swift times and a major city race atmosphere.
The marathon course traces a section of the 1928 Olympic Games route along the Amstel River. It passes notable sights such as stately homes, windmills, the Rijksmuseum underpass, and the Heineken Experience, before looping through Vondelpark. The broader race weekend covers a half marathon, a 7.5 KM race, a Kids Run, a Heroes Run, Mini Marathons, and a Good Morning City Run. Additionally, there is a Marathon Expo, Pasta Party, a Business Run option, a charity program, and volunteer assistance coordinated by Le Champion.
41e BAX Halve Marathon van Doetinchem
The BAX Halve Marathon van Doetinchem begins on the recently renewed athletics track in Doetinchem, featuring five race distances from 1 km up to the half marathon. Participants can select from the 21.1 km half marathon, 15 km, 7.5 km, 2.5 km, or 1 km. This variety accommodates adults, youth runners, business teams, and adapted-sport participants. The event is affiliated with the Atletiekunie and has a participant cap of 1,500.
All distances follow routes through De Slangenburg, the nature reserve near Doetinchem, instead of solely using town streets. The shorter races make the event accessible for children and newer runners, while the 15 km and half marathon provide experienced runners with a longer route starting from the same athletics venue. This race marks its 41st edition and includes practical race-day facilities such as public transport access, parking, changing rooms, showers, first aid, and AEDs.
Marathon The Hague
Marathon The Hague is a running weekend in The Hague, featuring a 42.195 km marathon scheduled for November. The program includes a 5 km, a 10 km, a Business 10 km, 1 km and 2.5 km kids’ runs, a City Walk, a four-person Business Relay Marathon, and Marathon4ALL, a 1 km event for participants with physical or mental disabilities.
The route begins on Lange Voorhout and concludes on the Plein, incorporating the city, parks, beach, dunes, and Wassenaar into the marathon course. Runners will pass Madurodam, follow the Haringkade towards Scheveningen, go through Westbroekpark, reach the beach at Laan van Poot, run north along the harbor quays, enter the dunes at Wassenaarse Slag, pass near Landgoed Clingendael, and traverse the Haagse Bos before returning to the center. The event revives a Hague marathon tradition dating back to the older Den Haag Marathon, which was the first Dutch marathon held in autumn and previously offered a 60 km ultra, a half marathon, and a children’s race.
Hafkamp Groenewegen De Ronde Venen Marathon
The Hafkamp Groenewegen De Ronde Venen Marathon starts and finishes in the center of Abcoude, a village about 3 km south of Amsterdam. It is a November running event in the municipality of De Ronde Venen, with a full marathon, a duo marathon, a 10 km race, and a mini-marathon. The full marathon is a paved, single-loop course through the Groene Hart, the green rural area between major Dutch cities. The duo marathon gives two runners one marathon to share, with partners alternating between running and cycling.
The course visits all eight villages in De Ronde Venen and mixes village roads with open countryside. Runners pass rivers, meadows, a former railway line, a cattle farm, and the Botshol nature reserve. The official description calls the route fast and varied, which fits a course that keeps changing without leaving the flat Dutch landscape. The De Ronde Venen Marathon Foundation organizes the event, and the race is aimed at both recreational runners and more competitive runners who want a full-distance road marathon close to Amsterdam.
Pre-Run Egmond Halve Marathon
The Pre-Run Egmond Halve Marathon is a trail training run in Egmond-Binnen, serving as preparation for the Egmond Half Marathon in January. It features 8 km and 16 km routes, with entry limited to 1,000 runners, making it feel like a focused rehearsal rather than a large-scale event. The run typically sells out, and late registration is not permitted.
The course provides a sample of Egmond's challenging terrain: beach, dunes, forest, heathland, and short, steep ascents. Some participants use it to refine their speed for later personal best attempts; others approach it as a demanding training session over varied ground. The participants include a broad spectrum of runners, from local regulars to those preparing for the main Egmond Half Marathon. Supporters line the course, and essential race-day services like first aid, parking, and a supervised cloakroom are provided.
Spijkenisse-SPARK marathon
The Spijkenisse-SPARK Marathon begins and ends in Spijkenisse, a town near Rotterdam in the Netherlands. This road-running event offers four distances: 5 km, 10 km, half marathon, and marathon, with a limit of 1,500 participants. The race has taken place annually since 2010 and is managed by the Atletiekunie, the Dutch athletics federation.
The marathon course primarily crosses the open polders of Nissewaard and follows the Bernisse. Consequently, wind and rain can be as significant as pacing. The course offers minimal shelter, adding a challenge beyond what a typical flat Dutch route might imply. Dedicated runners have participated in every edition, and the event attracts participants from Belgium, Germany, Great Britain, Norway, and the United States.
Halve Marathon van Haren
The Halve Marathon van Haren is a spring road race held in Haren, Groningen. The main half marathon begins at Geertsemaweg. The event also offers 10 km and 5 km races, alongside a short adapted-sport FrameRun. This setup accommodates regular runners, younger participants, and athletes using running frames. Entry is limited to 2,000 participants, with no late registration permitted.
The half marathon route winds through the Haren area, utilizing the Scharlakenhof sports centre as a nearby base. Participants should anticipate a walk of just under a kilometre from the sports centre to the start line. Parking may require extra time because of the area's popularity. ATC '75 is the organizer for this event, now in its fortieth edition. Available facilities include changing rooms, showers, massage services, first aid, AEDs, and parking.
Two Rivers Marathon
The Two Rivers Marathon begins and ends in Zaltbommel, a Dutch city known for its medieval center. Runners complete a full 42.2 kilometers along the Waal and Maas rivers. This is a small marathon, limited to approximately 1,000 participants. It features an individual race and a Duo Marathon, where two runners share the distance, switching at the halfway point. The event frequently encounters raw spring weather, aligning with its practical origins. It was established as a training marathon for those preparing for the Two Oceans Marathon and Comrades Marathon, and it continues to serve as an official qualifier for both.
The course primarily follows dikes through the Bommelerwaard region, with the two rivers flanking the route for a significant portion. Runners preparing for the Two Oceans and Comrades Marathons still participate, alongside regular Dutch marathoners and individuals seeking a low-key, personal event over a large city race. Aid stations are positioned every 5 kilometers. Following the finish, participants take a short walk to a park located on the old city wall. Here, they can collect their belongings, shower, eat, and enjoy the beer and braai (barbecue) that have become integral to the race's character.
Marathon Rotterdam
Rotterdam’s marathon begins at the foot of the Erasmus Bridge and concludes on the Coolsingel, the broad city-centre street historically linked to the event. The NN Marathon Rotterdam takes place annually in April in the Netherlands’ second city, holding the distinction of being the country’s largest and fastest marathon. Its flat course has earned it a strong reputation among runners aiming for quick times; three marathon world records, for both men and women, have been set here. The race ranks among Europe’s largest marathons, contributing to its feel as a significant city occasion rather than a small gathering solely for runners.
The weekend centers on the full marathon, but also features a 10 km race, a 4.2 km City Run, children’s races of 1 km and 2.5 km, and walking events covering 5 km, 10 km, and 15 km. The marathon also serves as the Dutch National Marathon Championship, attracting strong domestic competition alongside international elites and mass-participation runners. Rotterdam possesses marathon history dating back to the early twentieth century, with the modern annual race originating after local organizers, inspired by major city marathons in New York, Stockholm, and Cape Town, determined the city was capable of hosting its own.
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About Marathon races in Haarlem
Haarlem Base Miles By The Dunes
Haarlem hosts 25 Marathon races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Locals run the Spaarne when they want simple Z2 without thinking too hard. The Spaarne river gives you 5 km or 10 km on asphalt under your shoes. Nationaal Park Zuid-Kennemerland and the Kennemerduinen are the better call when you want small ups and downs in the legs. Bloemendaal aan Zee and Parnassia make beach running feel like a holiday. 023 Runclub meets every Sunday at 9:30 AM in Frederikspark. Tante Trail runs every Saturday at 10:00 AM with 5 or 10 km loops. Urban Trail Haarlem, Grachtenloop Haarlem, and Halve van Haarlem are the local anchor races.
Locals ride from the city centre through dunes, polder, and canal edges when they want base miles with a bit of bite. The loop is 5 km with 552 m elevation. The Spaarne River Loop and Kennemerduinen Path are easy staples. Dasia Racing Team is the Haarlem club name you hear first. HSC de Bataaf gives racers training races and that proper crit feel. The climbs sit around Spaarnwoude and the Kopje van Bloemendaal. The route mix has gravel, cobbles, smooth asphalt, and enough short punches for intervals.
May through September is the good block here. Summer gives daytime highs around 18-24°C, and locals use the coastal breezes and dune paths for steady Z2, evening runs, and long rides after dinner. The beach and Bloemendaal aan Zee feel best when the legs are tired but the head wants space. Winter temperatures often sit around 0-8°C. December daylight can shrink to 7-8 hours, so runners stay closer to the Spaarne, Haarlemmerhout, or Randweg. Cycling has to wait more often, unless the day opens up clean and dry.