Please note that the information below relates to a previous event and may differ from the upcoming edition.
Date:
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Start time:
2 p.m.
Start location:
Stadionweg 239, 1076 NV Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Finish location:
Olympisch Stadion 2, 1076 DE Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Expo location:
RAI Amsterdam, Europalaan 24, 1078 GZ Amsterdam, the Netherlands
Expo info
Opening hours: Thursday, October 15: 1 p.m.-8 p.m., Friday, October 16: 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday, October 17: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Due to crowds, we do not recommend picking up your start number on Saturday.
Time limit:
01:00:00
Weather:
The average temperature in Amsterdam in October is between 7 and 14 degrees.
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The race
Accommodation
Itinerary
Intro
The 7.5K run is held the day before the TCS Amsterdam Marathon and the Mizuno Half Marathon. With more than 45,000 runners from more than 120 countries, the event is very popular around the world. The run leads you past various highlights in the center of Amsterdam, through the Vondelpark, under the Rijksmuseum towards the legendary Olympic stadium where many supporters will enthusiastically welcome you.
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The Grand Hotel Amstelveen enjoys a strategic location, just a 15-minute drive from both Schiphol Airport and central Amsterdam. The property offers spacious rooms and Junior Art Suites, with the A9 motorway reachable in just eight minutes. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and complimentary parking. All 99 stylish rooms feature tea and coffee-making facilities and a flat-screen TV with various radio stations. Modern bathrooms include a bathtub, a shower, and a separate toilet. Breakfast is served in a welcoming dining area, offering a generous buffet with live cooking stations. The hotel also features a modern fitness centre and no fewer than 22 tennis courts for sports enthusiasts. The nearby Zagerij West bus stop provides direct and convenient connections to Amsterdam.
Ibis Budget City South hotel
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The budget option for your running adventure in Amsterdam. The new Ibis Budget Amsterdam City South is located in Amstelveen, in the southern part of the city, and offers direct access to the Olympic Stadium and downtown Amsterdam. Kronenburg Station is just 100 meters from the hotel, making it easy to reach on foot. Near the Olympic Stadium are the start and finish lines for the Amsterdam Marathon, Half Marathon, and 7.5 km race. All of these can be reached from the hotel within 25 minutes.
The hotel offers single, double, or triple rooms. The hotel’s front desk is open 24 hours a day. You can also rent bicycles at the front desk to explore Amsterdam. Near the Ibis Budget Amsterdam City South is Amstelpark, which is perfect for a warm-up before Sunday’s race! In the morning, you can enjoy the continental breakfast buffet, which is freshly prepared for hotel guests.
Leonardo Royal Hotel
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The elegant 4-star Leonardo Royal Hotel Amsterdam is located right next to Overamstel metro station. Thanks to its strategic location and connection to two metro lines, you can reach both Amsterdam Central Station and the Olympic Stadium in just a few minutes. From Schiphol Airport, the taxi ride takes around 20 minutes. The hotel offers 490 modern rooms spread over 18 floors, all air-conditioned and featuring stylish décor, an espresso machine, a private bathroom with an invigorating rain shower, and a space-saving work area. Guests can enjoy spectacular city views from their rooms at any time of the day. Breakfast is served as a generous buffet with continental delicacies, fresh fruit and salads, pastries, and dishes prepared on the spot. LEO’S, the on-site restaurant, combines refined aesthetics with a delicious international menu. Throughout the day, the restaurant, bar, and lounge also serve a wide selection of international drinks.
Novotel Amsterdam City
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The 4-star Novotel Amsterdam City is located in Amsterdam-Zuid, in an ideal spot close to the start and finish of the race. This modern, spacious hotel has 610 rooms and offers everything you need during your stay in the city. Enjoy a delicious daily breakfast, a tasty lunch or dinner at the restaurant, or take a relaxing break at the bar. Rooms come equipped with a minibar, safe, desk, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. You can unwind in the sauna or stay active in the fitness room. Right across from the hotel is Amstelpark, perfect for a peaceful walk or an outdoor workout. Thanks to its strategic location, you’ll find several bars and restaurants around the RAI and even more in the city centre, just 10 minutes away by public transport. The hotel is easily accessible both by public transport and by car: it is located along the A10, within walking distance of Amsterdam RAI train, tram and metro station. The expo is just 1.2 km from the hotel.
Olympic Amsterdam
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The Amsterdam Olympic Hotel is a comfortable and convenient base, located right next to the Olympic Stadium and thus just a short distance from the start and finish lines of the TCS Amsterdam Marathon. For runners and visitors alike, this is an ideal location, as everything is literally just around the corner, allowing guests to prepare and relax optimally in the lead-up to and during the event.
The hotel offers pleasant and spacious rooms, with guests able to choose between a Bronze room or a Gold room, depending on their preferences. The Bronze room is a standard, comfortable room equipped with all basic amenities and suitable for a pleasant stay. The Gold room is more spacious and located in a corner, offering extra luxury and comfort, including a whirlpool tub.
In addition, the hotel features various amenities that contribute to a carefree stay, such as luggage storage, a safe, a restaurant, a bar, and a conference room. Guests can enjoy a meal in the restaurant, and the bar offers a place to relax with a drink. Wi-Fi is also available in the common areas, allowing guests to easily stay in touch with family, friends, or colleagues. For guests arriving by car, parking is available at the hotel.
Westcord Fashion hotel
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The chic WestCord Fashion Hotel Amsterdam is located opposite the World Fashion Centre in Amsterdam-Zuidwest. This has been the "Official Athletes Hotel" for many years and welcomes all the top athletes taking on the challenge in Amsterdam. Look forward to luxurious designer rooms with fashionable furniture and a private bathroom with bath and/or shower. The hotel offers free access to the indoor pool and a modern gym. For a fee, you can also relax in the hotel's sauna. In the restaurant with trendy bar you can enjoy culinary delights or light dishes for dinner. The elegant SKY bar offers panoramic views of the city and a selection of wines and exotic cocktails.
The hotel's location allows runners and participants to easily reach the start and finish locations of the Amsterdam marathon, half marathon or 7.5 km by public transport. These, like the expo, take place in the Olympic Stadium and can be reached within a few stops (about 20 minutes). The center of Amsterdam is also easy to reach from the WestCord Fashion Hotel. You can also rent bicycles at the hotel
Friday, Oct. 16, 2026
We welcome you to Amsterdam. Today you can pick up your start number at the Marathon Expo Rai Amsterdam between 10:00 and 20:00. The rest of the day you have time to explore the city and prepare yourself. In addition, we offer you several excursion possibilities! The Rijksmuseum, Body Worlds or a bike ride through the city are among the possibilities.
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
The day before the run. This day there are plenty of activities that are completely optional. You can take a brisk morning walk through Amsterdam, if you want to throw up the pace you can opt for the Morning City Run through the beautiful city. Also today between 10:00 and 19:00 there is the possibility to pick up your starting number. Or be a supporter for the 7.5K runners. The new run this year and celebrate 750 years of Amsterdam. And in the evening you can participate in the Pasta Party, if you are registered for it! Discover the beauty of Amsterdam on land or by water with a sloop.
Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026
It's finally here, today is the big day! The Amsterdam Marathon. Run your "Masterpiece." Start (09:00) and finish are in the Olympic Stadium with a great atmosphere. Are you ready to set a super fast time? Don't forget to enjoy the great course and soak up the atmosphere in the stadium at your finish.
Monday, Oct. 19, 2026
Your running trip is unfortunately over. You can proudly enjoy the breakfast buffet and show off your medal.We wish you a good trip home. Unless you want to extend your stay. Just ask us!
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