September 14, 2025

COPENHAGEN HALF MARATHON

The place for breaking limits

True True

1:05:15

Siffan Hassan (NED), 2018 (ER)

Women's record

25,000

Number of runners

Race capacity

0:58:01

Geoffrey Kamworor (KEN), 2019 (WR)

Men's record

Copenhagen, Denmark

The Copenhagen Half Marathon is a race that’s known around the world for its world record course and high-quality elite field. Although only established in 2015, it has quickly become one of Europe’s must-run races.

This is not just a race for elites though. Runners will enjoy the race of their life, running along the event’s flat, wide and traffic-free course. The route itself almost seems like it was planned as a sightseeing tour of the city, covering many of Copenhagen’s most famous sights. Along the way you’ll see The Old Stock Exchange, The Parliament Christiansborg, The Marble Church and The Black Diamant.

The race passes through many of the city's famously distinct districts including Nørrebro, Frederiksberg Allé (known as the ‘Nordic Champs Elysées'), Vesterbro and the Inner City.

After completing 21.0975 kilometers, the finish line awaits you on one of the most iconic boulevards in Copenhagen, Frederiksberg Allé, where thousands of spectators will be cheering on you.

It's hard to believe that one half marathon can pack so many sights into one course, but the Copenhagen Half Marathon has all that and much more awaiting runners.

The Copenhagen Half Marathon is a race that’s known around the world for its world record course and high quality elite field. Although only established in 2015, it has quickly become one of Europe’s must-run races.

This is not just a race for elites though. Runners will enjoy the race of their life, running along the event’s flat, wide and traffic-free course. The route itself almost seems like it was planned as a sightseeing tour of the city, covering many of Copenhagen’s most famous sights. Along the way you’ll see The Old Stock Exchange, The Parliament Christiansborg, The Marble Church and The Black Diamant.

First held in 2015, the Copenhagen Half Marathon is the newest event on the SuperHalfs series. It's also officially the world's fastest half marathon, after Geoffrey Kamworor ran the 2019 event in a record-breaking 58:01.

The race passes through many of the city's famously distinct districts including Nørrebro, Frederiksberg Allé (known as the ‘Nordic Champs Elysées), Vesterbro and the Inner City.

It's hard to believe that one half marathon can pack so many sights into one course, but the Copenhagen Half Marathon has all that and much more awaiting runners.

Ways to get involved

Event Entry

The event entry is not open yet, it is due to open on 22 Oct 2024, please check back then.

Charity Place

If you'd like to run any of the six events or the whole series for charity, you can either apply for a guaranteed charity entry or use your own entry to raise funds. Our charity partners would love your support.

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Run & Travel

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They offer travel packages to help you with travel arrangements.

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Runner Support

Race Website

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Race Website

Race Support

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What's it like to run here?

Denmark is famed for being one of the happiest countries in the world, which is perhaps down to their ‘hygge’ way of life. This essentially means that the Danes live a life that is cosy, relaxed and social – something which everyone could benefit from. 

As for the landscape, Denmark itself is characterised by low flat rolling plains, which explains the city’s love affair with cycling. There are hundreds of bicycle hires, so grab yourself a bike and journey your way across this beautiful city.

Top 5 things to do in Copenhagen

Refshaleøen

Situated in the north of the city’s harbour, this is Copenhagen’s most eclectic area. Here you’ll find a variety of street food, vintage markets, and art galleries.

The Havneringen

Copenhagen is a city of cyclists, and it’s hands down the best way to get around. The ‘Harbour Ring’ is a 13km (8 mile) bike route around the city that passes some of the most famous sights.

Copenhagen Zoo

Meet more than 4,000 fascinating animals at Copenhagen ZOO and travel between continents in just one day. You can also have churros by the chimps, ice cream by the polar bears, and lunch with a panda.

Nyhavn

This waterside row of colourful 17th century buildings is what many people picture when they think of Copenhagen. Visit the surrounding jazz bars and restaurants for a great chilled out vibe.

Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

Visit this fascinating museum to see the unbelievable art and sculpture collection that once belonged to Carl Jacobsen of Carlsberg brewery fame.

Event Gallery