In 2025, the TCS Amsterdam Marathon celebrates its 50th edition. It was first held in 1975 with both the start and finish at the Olympic Stadium. This time the Amsterdam Marathon will take place on 18 – 19 October 2025. Plan your visit to Amsterdam!
Amsterdam Marathon route highlights
The highlights of the marathon include the Olympic Stadium, the passage through the Rijksmuseum and along the Heineken Experience, the Amstel and the Vondelpark.
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- Museums in Amsterdam. Make sure you book Van Gogh Museum in advance and check what you can do if tickets are sold out.
Amsterdam Marathon start and finish
This year, the Marathon Expo will move from Sporthallen Zuid to RAI Amsterdam. You can also pick up your bib number at the Marathon Expo in the RAI Amsterdam.
- The start of the full marathon is split between the Olympic Stadium and Stadionweg (Area B). The start of the half marathon and the 8K are on Stadionweg.
- The finish is in the Olympic Stadium.
In the week before the event, the participants will receive an e-mail with information about the starting location and start time.
Book a hotel for your stay in Amsterdam
Good hotels near Amsterdam RAI are:
- Van der Valk Hotel Amsterdam RAI
- Novotel Amsterdam city
- nhow Amsterdam RAI
- Motel One Amsterdam
- Hotel Okura Amsterdam
If you are looking for a more budget accommodation option in Amsterdam, check StayOkay hostel Vondelpark.
The TCS Amsterdam Marathon 2026 Edition
Next year, in 2026, the TCS Amsterdam Marathon will take place on 25 October 2026. Registration for the 2026 edition will open on 20 December 2025. Save the date!
See you in Amsterdam in October 2025!
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