Amsterdam Marathon

The Amsterdam Marathon is one of the largest and most popular running events in Europe. Every year thousands of runners from home and abroad come to the city to take part in this special race. The combination of professional organization, a festive atmosphere and enthusiastic spectators along the route makes the marathon a unique experience. The course runs through several characteristic parts of Amsterdam and is known for its mix of historic sites, wide streets and green parks. This makes the marathon popular with both experienced runners who want to set a fast time and participants running a long distance for the first time. The convivial ambiance, live music and iconic surroundings ensure that many athletes return each year to take part again.

Marathon Amsterdam route

The route of the Amsterdam Marathon is designed to offer participants a varied and inspiring running experience. The course often starts in the Olympic Stadium and continues along iconic locations such as the Amstel, the Rijksmuseum and Vondelpark. The mix of city and nature gives runners a good impression of Amsterdam and its surroundings. The route is flat and fast, which contributes to good race times and a comfortable running experience.

Hotel near Marathon Amsterdam 

Whoever runs the marathon or comes to cheer someone on often chooses a hotel in Amsterdam that is close to the start and finish. Van der Valk Hotel Amsterdam Amstel is an excellent choice for this. The hotel offers an ideal location with good accessibility, calming rooms and an early breakfast offering that perfectly meets the needs of marathon runners.

An overnight stay at Van der Valk Hotel Amsterdam Amstel makes it possible to start match day relaxed and to unwind in peace afterwards. The hotel also offers extra amenities during major sporting events, such as energy-rich breakfast and the possibility of late checkout, so that guests can fully focus on their marathon experience.