NN Dam tot Damloop
September 19, 2026
De Burcht (finish) - Zaan, Zaandam / Prins Hendrikkade (10 EM start), Amsterdam · Zaandam to Amsterdam, Netherlands
About
An iconic Dutch running event where the start and finish are in two different cities (Zaandam and Amsterdam), featuring a famous crossing of the IJ tunnel and one of the world's biggest Business Runs. The 2026 edition marks the 40th anniversary of the race.
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Start
De Burcht (finish) - Zaan, Zaandam / Prins Hendrikkade (10 EM start), Amsterdam
Start time
09:19
Entry fee
€39
Weather
Cloudy 17°C
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NN Dam tot Damloop
Your readiness
Aid stations
Station 1
Station 2
Station 3
Station 4
Station 5
Top finishers
- 1Jonathan🇰🇪46:09
Why this race
- Dam tot Damloop is one of the world's largest 10-mile road races (~40k+ participants)
- World Athletics label road race with elite international fields
- Iconic Dutch event with NN title sponsorship, 40 editions
If you like Zevenheuvelenloop Nijmegen or Great North Run, you'll like this one.
Pack this
- Lightweight long-sleeve or arm warmers for a 17°C cloudy start
- Road racing shoes already broken in, plus a spare pair of socks
- One 500ml bottle with electrolyte tabs for pre-race and the walk to the start
- 2-3 gels or chews if racing the 10 EM, taken around 45-50 minutes
- Bib, timing chip, ID and a small bag for the baggage/finish transfer
What you should know
- Start and finish are in different cities: 10 EM starts in Amsterdam, finish is in Zaandam.
- Plan your return trip in advance - shuttle trains between Zaandam and Amsterdam get very crowded.
- Collect your bib in advance at the expo; race-morning pickup is usually not possible.
- The course crosses the IJ tunnel, which is warm, humid and has a steep climb out - pace it conservatively.
- Waves start in blocks by predicted time; the road narrows in places, so keep right when overtaken.
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