Aerial view of a busy bridge crowded with marathon runners. The bridge spans over a river, with lush greenery and buildings on either side. A few vehicles are visible, and the cityscape extends into the background. Aerial view of a busy bridge crowded with marathon runners. The bridge spans over a river, with lush greenery and buildings on either side. A few vehicles are visible, and the cityscape extends into the background.

Marathon Copenhagen 2026

Get ready for the marathon in Copenhagen with a stay at Copenhagen Island.

Are you running the marathon in Copenhagen in 2026?

Have you previously run a Marathon in Copenhagen or are you giving yourself a physical challenge by participating in the marathon in 2026? Whatever your reason, Copenhagen Island has put together the ideal runners package for you.

We have gone above and beyond to make sure that you, as the runner, will have a special breakfast buffet in order to be ready for the 42.2 km. We also think you deserve to be pampered after the run. Therefore, when you return to the hotel, we will be ready with an energy package for you, so you won’t run out of sugar and can refuel your marathon legs. You will also have time to shower and rest in your room as we will arrange a late check-out.

Marathon offer

  • Our delicious breakfast buffet tailored for the marathon runners Sunday 10th May 2026 from 5.30AM.
  • Energy package upon your return to the hotel on May 10th 2026 including chocolate milk, energy drink, fruit, focaccia sandwich & energy bar among other things.
  • Late check out at 6PM on Sunday 10th May 2026 – so you are able to take your time to shower and rest.

How to book

Book the special Marathon-package by email to copenhagenisland@arp-hansen.dk or by telephone +45 3338 9600. Please inform the reservations team that you are running the Marathon (it is not possible to book online)

We look forward to welcome you to Copenhagen Island! 

42.195 km through Copenhagen

If you belong to the group of tough runners who will run the (to be exact) 42.195 km through Copenhagen and Frederiksberg, you know there is something special about participating in the Marathon in Copenhagen.

In 2026, the Marathon in Copenhagen will be held for the 46th time, since the first race took place on the city’s streets back in 1980.

Marathon in Copenhagen is for everyone

Going back 15-20 years, marathons were for elite runners - a utopia for the average jogger. But that is no longer the case.

As the number of recreational runners has increased significantly, more and more people have dared to reach for the finish line of the 42.195 kilometers. This is also reflected in the growing number of participants in the Marathon. In 2024, a record was set with 15,000 runners (the first race in 1980 had about 1,000 participants) taking to Copenhagen's streets in May.

Here, you'll find everyone from the elite runner who needs only two and a half hours to cover the distance, to the 75-year-old jogger who raises their arms after six hours of battling against themselves.

Accommodation offer at Copenhagen Island

If you want the ideal preparations for the marathon, Hotel Copenhagen Island has arranged a little extra pampering, both before and after the race.

You'll avoid long transport times to the starting area and home from the finish line, and the hotel will provide the right nutrition both before and after the race. This way, you can focus all your energy on running a fantastic marathon.

The offer includes

Delicious breakfast buffet targeted at runners on Sunday, May 10, 2026, starting at 6AM.

  • Energy buffet from 2PM after the race on May 10, 2026, with water, juice, fruit, chocolate, etc.
  • Late check-out on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 6PM – so you can take a relaxing shower after the race.

How to book

Book the special Marathon-package by email to copenhagenisland@arp-hansen.dk or by telephone +45 3338 9600. Please inform the reservations team that you are running the Marathon (it is not possible to book online).

People running in a street race with historic buildings in the background. The sky is partly cloudy, and the runners are wearing athletic gear. A tall spire and lush green trees are visible, adding to the vibrant scene. A child in a blue dress leans down on a sidewalk covered with colorful confetti. Bicycles and people are around, and the sun casts shadows on the pavement. Aerial view of a busy bridge crowded with marathon runners. The bridge spans over a river, with lush greenery and buildings on either side. A few vehicles are visible, and the cityscape extends into the background. People running in a street race with historic buildings in the background. The sky is partly cloudy, and the runners are wearing athletic gear. A tall spire and lush green trees are visible, adding to the vibrant scene. A child in a blue dress leans down on a sidewalk covered with colorful confetti. Bicycles and people are around, and the sun casts shadows on the pavement. Aerial view of a busy bridge crowded with marathon runners. The bridge spans over a river, with lush greenery and buildings on either side. A few vehicles are visible, and the cityscape extends into the background.

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