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353e Mollen Marathon Almere
Almere · 73 km away
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Nachtmammut Ruhrgebiet (Duisburg)
Duisburg · 77 km away
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Mud Masters Airport Weeze - Herbst Edition
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Mud Masters - Biddinghuizen
Biddinghuizen · 69 km away
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Nijmegen · 80 km
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Marathon Eindhoven
Marathon Eindhoven occupies a full October weekend in Eindhoven, with the marathon typically held on the second Sunday and concluding on the Vestdijk. The primary race covers 42.195 km with a six-hour time limit. The event also features a half marathon, quarter marathon, 5 km, CityRuns, Kids Runs, business runs, Urban Walks of 10 and 15 km, and a relay where four participants each run slightly over 10.5 km. It ranks as the third largest marathon in the Netherlands, following Rotterdam and Amsterdam. The broader event attracts over 38,000 participants and more than 200,000 spectators.
The race originated as the Lichtstad Marathon, with initial editions seeing only about 50 to 60 participants. It was later revived for Eindhoven’s city anniversary, and subsequent runner advocacy ensured its continuation. The course has been modified multiple times to extend deeper into the city. The race has a significant Belgian contingent; the Belgian Championship Marathon is integrated into the Sunday schedule, and Belgian runners frequently feature prominently among the elite field. Eindhoven is a fast marathon course, evidenced by a men's course record below 2:05, a women's record under 2:23, and one of the world's fastest average top-ten marathon times. The event contributes to KWF Kankerbestrijding, enabling runners to fundraise for cancer research.
ASML Marathon Eindhoven
The ASML Marathon Eindhoven takes place over two days on the second weekend of October. It stands as North Brabant's largest two-day sports event, featuring a full marathon, half marathon, quarter marathon, City Run, Kids Run, Urban Walk, and Your Marathon Challenge. The half marathon attracts the most runners, and the main race accommodates up to 15,000 participants.
The course is flat and wide, facilitating fast times, with a finish in the city center. Supporters line the route, and the event welcomes club runners, charity participants, families, and newcomers. A local tradition involves a connection with KWF's Run Against Cancer, allowing participants to fundraise for guaranteed entry spots when standard registration closes.
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 Eindhoven 10 km run by night
The Marathon Eindhoven 10 km run by night is the 10K race held during the Eindhoven Marathon weekend, taking place in Eindhoven every second Sunday in October. This larger event has been held annually since 1990 and features marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K races, positioning the night 10K as part of a broader city running program.
The available information does not detail the 10K route specifically. However, the event is part of a marathon series known for its competitive depth. The marathon records are notable: Dickson Kiptolo Chumba set the men's record at 2:05:46, and Georgina Rono holds the women's record at 2:24:33.
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.
Midwinter Marathon Apeldoorn
The Midwinter Marathon Apeldoorn begins and ends on the Loolaan, leading runners into the wooded, hilly outskirts of Apeldoorn during the Dutch winter. Taking place in January or February, it has been held annually since 1974, establishing it as the second oldest running event in the Netherlands. The weekend features multiple distances, including a full marathon, a 25 km Asselronde, a 10 English mile race, an 8 km race, and shorter options like kids' races and a night run.
The course primarily crosses forest and heathland rather than city streets, with some routes ascending to approximately 100 meters above sea level. The marathon is now presented as a trail run. Winter weather is integral to the race's character; past editions have included snow on the course, yet the event has never been canceled due to winter conditions. The Asselronde is a long-standing event in its own right, and the shorter races attract participants seeking the Apeldoorn atmosphere without committing to the full marathon. A summer counterpart event occurs in June, but the original race retains its cold-weather identity.
Halve Marathon de Waal
The Halve Marathon de Waal is a small annual road race held in De Waal on Texel, starting at Langwaal 9. AV Texel, along with the village committee, organizes the event. The program includes youth races of 1.2 and 2.5 km, alongside 5 km, 10.6 km, and the 21.1 km half marathon. For many local runners, it marks the start of the road running season on the island. The field is limited to 250 participants.
The routes traverse the Waal and Burg area, a rural part of Texel situated just outside the village. The event has taken place since the eighties, giving it the character of a local tradition rather than a large-scale production. Participants travel from beyond Texel, yet the race retains village-race customs: late entries are managed at the village hall, free soup is provided post-finish, and the raffle’s main prize is a duvet.
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.
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About Marathon races in Nijmegen
Nijmegen Training Notes
Nijmegen hosts 14 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 Goffertpark, the Ooijpolder, Het Bruggenrondje, Heumensoord, Rivierpark, Limes-route, and Hatertse Vennen when they want easy base miles without leaving town. Goffertpark gives you laps past the NEC stadium and onto the forest path. Het Bruggenrondje covers 5 km between the Waal Bridge and the railway bridge, and the Ooijpolder route gives 7.5 km of calm water and reeds. 024 Run Club, Social Run Club Nijmegen, and Tante Trail keep it social. Tante Trail meets every Saturday at 10:00 and runs 5 or 10 km. Zevenheuvelenloop, Alfa Laval Stevensloop, Staddijkloop, and the N70 Trail are the anchor races.
Cyclists ride north on the fietssnelweg to Arnhem over the Snelbinder bridge, or roll out through Lent, Ressen, Oosterhout, and the Over-Betuwe route for steady Z2. The numbered intersection network keeps road rides simple. Ronde van Nijmegen, Liberation Route Nijmegen, Water als Wapen - Rindern, and the Water as a Weapon - Driel route give plenty of event energy. The brief gives no cycling club name, so locals mostly point you to routes first. Groesbeek and Berg en Dal hold the climbs. Gravelroute Nijmegen runs slightly over 50 km through Groesbeek and the Reichswald, and the old fire watchtower south of Grafwegen makes you climb before the view.
April is the clean pick because April sees the least rainfall on average. July and August are the warmest months, so locals ride early, run shaded bits, and keep intervals honest when the city feels cooked. Vierdaagse lands in mid-July, and the roads and trails around Nijmegen get full of walkers, runners, and cyclists using the buzz. Summer base miles work well along the Waal River, the Ooijpolder, and the rolling lanes near Groesbeek. November through February are the coldest and wettest months, so runners lean into Goffertpark and bridge loops, while cyclists keep gravel, Z2, and wet-weather kit ready.