{"id":1219,"date":"2023-11-26T19:24:58","date_gmt":"2023-11-26T19:24:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/?p=1219"},"modified":"2024-03-02T15:22:18","modified_gmt":"2024-03-02T15:22:18","slug":"amsterdam-marathon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/amsterdam-marathon\/","title":{"rendered":"The Amsterdam Marathon: a race through the canals"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In this article, I present the emblematic <strong>Amsterdam marathon<\/strong> which attracts thousands of runners every year.<\/p>\n<p>Not sure when to plan your visit to the Dutch capital? October may be the obvious month if you want to attend this gathering, which has been going on since <strong>1975<\/strong> !<\/p>\n<p>Discover the city of Amsterdam along the marathon route, taking in the canals, woods and other jewels of the capital.<\/p>\n<p>Follow the guide!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"summary-title\">Amsterdam Marathon: article summary<\/h2>\n<div class=\"summary-box\">\n<ul class=\"summary-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#1\"> The route: a journey through the canals <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#2\"> Atmosphere: vibrant and supportive, just like Amsterdam. <\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#3\"> How and when to get to the Amsterdam Marathon<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><a name=\"1\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>The route: a journey through the canals<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3>Features and history of the Amsterdam marathon<\/h3>\n<p>With a length of <strong>42.195km<\/strong>The Amsterdam Marathon has been held every year since 1975. The start and finish are from the <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/ajax-amsterdam-stadium-visit\/\">Olympic Stadium<\/a>the capital's most emblematic landmark.<\/p>\n<p>Sa <strong>special feature<\/strong> lies in the fact that the course is<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dish<\/li>\n<li>Fast<\/li>\n<li>Variable kilometers: 8km, half-marathon or marathon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For the time being, Ethiopia's Tamira Tolat holds the record for completing the circuit in <b>2 h 03min et 39s <\/b>during the 2021 edition.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1223 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Marathon-Amsterdam-1-e1700818635402.jpg\" alt=\"Amsterdam Marathon\" width=\"650\" height=\"492\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Marathon-Amsterdam-1-e1700818635402.jpg 650w, https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Marathon-Amsterdam-1-e1700818635402-300x227.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>The marathon route<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">One of the most distinctive features of the Amsterdam Marathon is its unique course, which winds its way through the heart of the city. <strong>through emblematic canals<\/strong> of the city. Runners have the opportunity to discover the cobbled streets, picturesque bridges and exceptional cityscapes for which Amsterdam is famous. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">Starting near the Olympic Museum, the route passes through historic districts such as <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/jordaan-district-amsterdam\/\">the Jordaan district<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/de-pijp\/\">De Pijp<\/a>. Participants can expect to be enchanted by the sight of <strong>channels<\/strong> and <strong>historic buildings<\/strong> throughout the race as the <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/rijksmuseum\/\">Rijksmuseum<\/a>the <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/vondelpark\/\">Vondel Park<\/a> or the banks of the <strong>the Amstel<\/strong>the river from which the town takes its name.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>You'll have the opportunity to discover the exact locations through which the marathon passes during a <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/private-guided-tour-in-french\/\">guided tour<\/a> with our local guides, who experience this marathon every year!<br \/>\n<a name=\"2\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Atmosphere: vibrant and supportive, just like Amsterdam.<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">The atmosphere at the Amsterdam Marathon is <strong>electric<\/strong>. The streets are lined with enthusiastic supporters cheering on the riders at every stage. Local neighborhoods mobilize to create a <strong>festive atmosphere<\/strong>with live bands, entertainment and food stalls to support participants. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Every year, it's a unique experience to feel<strong> positive energy<\/strong> that emanates from the streets of Amsterdam during the race. <\/span><span class=\"s1\">The town itself, with its 17th-century canals and historic buildings, offers a fascinating<strong> magnificent setting<\/strong> which reinforces the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><strong>unique<\/strong><\/span> of this marathon in the heart of the city.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1224 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Supporters-marathon-Amsterdam.jpg\" alt=\"Amsterdam marathon supporters\" width=\"650\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Supporters-marathon-Amsterdam.jpg 650w, https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Supporters-marathon-Amsterdam-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Supporters-marathon-Amsterdam-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>The marathon in figures<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>More<strong> 45.000<\/strong> runners each year (all distances combined)<\/li>\n<li><strong>42,195<\/strong>km of course lined with fans<\/li>\n<li><strong>47<\/strong> editions<\/li>\n<li><strong>6<\/strong>h maximum to cross the finish line<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>The annual sporting challenge<\/h3>\n<p>Although the marathon atmosphere is totally spontaneous, playful and pleasant, ... the <strong>weather<\/strong> of Holland is rarely the most lenient with athletes! <b><\/b><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">With its 42.195 kilometers, the race tests runners' resilience and determination. The weather conditions, varied course and fierce competition add an extra dimension to this captivating challenge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a name=\"3\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>How and when to get to the Amsterdam Marathon<\/h2>\n<h3>Official dates for future editions of the race<\/h3>\n<p>The marathon takes place every third Sunday in October. <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">In 2024<\/span> so it will take place on <strong>October 20<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>How to get there<\/h3>\n<p>As most roads are closed for the occasion, we recommend that you book a <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/hotel-center-ville-amsterdam\/\"><strong>hotel<\/strong><\/a> for the weekend. If your schedule doesn't allow it, you can still get to Amsterdam by <strong>car<\/strong> and park in one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjouramsterdam.fr\/en\/p-r-amsterdam\/\">P+R parking lots<\/a>The new, more modern<\/p>\n<p>Alternatively, you can reach the capital via the <strong>train<\/strong> or <strong>Eurostar,<\/strong> you'll arrive at the main station, where you'll have just a few minutes to walk to the race course and cheer on the athletes from all over the world!<\/p>\n<p>You will notice that the<span class=\"s1\">he race is a unique blend of excitement, camaraderie and cultural discovery for both amateur and experienced riders. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">To take part in the Amsterdam Marathon is to embark on a <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">captivating journey<\/span><\/strong> through the <strong>channels<\/strong> and <strong>the story<\/strong> of this extraordinary city.<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this article, I'd like to introduce you to the iconic Amsterdam Marathon, which attracts thousands of runners every year. 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