TCS Amsterdam Marathon
October 17, 2026
Olympic Stadium (Olympisch Stadion) · Amsterdam, Netherlands
About
The TCS Amsterdam Marathon holds the World Athletics Platinum Label and has for many years featured one of the fastest courses in the world. The course starts and finishes in the Olympic Stadium, passing under the Rijksmuseum, past the Heineken Experience, along the scenic Amstel River, and through Vondelpark. It is the largest marathon in the Netherlands.
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Start
Olympic Stadium (Olympisch Stadion)
Start time
09:00
Weather
Cool 13°C, often rainy
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TCS Amsterdam Marathon
Your readiness
Top finishers
- 1Geofry🇰🇪2:03:30
- 2Tsegaye🇪🇹2:04:18
- 3Getaneh🇪🇹2:04:19
Why this race
- Netherlands' flagship marathon, largest in the country
- World Athletics Platinum Label event
- TCS title sponsor, decades of history, elite-fast course
- Iconic Olympic Stadium start/finish
If you like Berlin Marathon or Frankfurt Marathon, you'll like this one.
Pack this
- Lightweight packable rain jacket or gilet
- Two 500ml water bottles + electrolyte tablets
- Energy gels or bars (4–6 for marathon, 2–3 for half)
- Moisture-wicking long-sleeve base layer
- Antifriction lubricant (for feet, inner thighs)
- Running cap or headband to manage rain
- Bib safety pins and timing chip strap
- Phone in waterproof pouch + race instructions
What you should know
- Expect wet, cool conditions; wear moisture-wicking layers and plan a rain jacket drop if supported.
- Amsterdam Marathon is fast and flat but crowded; hydrate every 2–3 km and fuel early to avoid late-race bonk.
- Finish line and bib pickup at Olympic Stadium; confirm packet pickup dates and timing-chip procedures.
- Wet road surface can be slick; wear grip-focused shoes and dial back pace early in rainy stretches.
- TCS Marathon typically starts 08:00, Mizuno Half 09:00; confirm your distance start time and course closures.
The information shown here is based on the most recent listing we could find, and may change. Always confirm details on the event's official site before registering.