Course & Elevation

A unique urban marathon starting at midnight through the streets of Copenhagen, featuring the historic city center, waterfront areas along the Copenhagen Harbor and lakes, and the scenic Nørrebro and Vesterbro neighborhoods. The course is nearly flat with excellent street lighting and enthusiastic spectators cheering runners through the night.

Course Facts

Distance 42.195 km
Elevation Gain 128 m
Surface road
Profile Flat

Weather on Race Day

16°C

Temperature

72%

Humidity

45%

Rain Chance

Cool summer nights with comfortable running conditions. Typical August weather brings mild temperatures ideal for night running, with moderate chance of brief showers. Wind speeds generally light to moderate.

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