Marathon
Half Marathon
10K
✓ Open
Enschede Marathon
Enschede, Overijssel - Netherlands
About This Race
One of the oldest marathons in the Netherlands, known for its friendly atmosphere and fast course.
The Course
Urban course with park sections
Race Details
Terrain
Road
Elevation
Flat
Participants
2,200 participants
Distances
Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K
What to Expect
One of the fastest marathons in the Netherlands with a flat, fast course through Enschede. The race has hosted world-class athletes including Eliud Kipchoge and draws 17,000 participants with 80,000 enthusiastic spectators lining the route.
Highlights
Oldest marathon in Western Europe (since 1947)
Elite Label event and Olympic qualifier
Course record held by Eliud Kipchoge
Fast, flat course ideal for personal bests
80,000 spectators along the course
Race Information
Start Time
10:00
Aid Stations
8 stations
Typical Weather
Mid-April: 4-15°C (39-59°F), mild with possible light rain
Established
1947
Course Records
Men's Course Record
2:04:30 (Eliud Kipchoge, 2021)
Women's Course Record
2:21:10 (Maurine Chepkemoi, 2022)
Tags
Fast Course
BQ Qualifier
Urban