The TCS Amsterdam Marathon celebrates its 50th birthday this year!
The event, which attracts thousands of runners each year, is a unique city marathon that boasts one of the fastest courses in the world.
Event details
Sunday 19 October 2025
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Fundraising pledge: £500
Registration fee: £40
About the TCS Amsterdam Marathon
The very first edition of the TCS Amsterdam Marathon took place in 1975.
Today, the TCS Amsterdam Marathon is a World Athletics Platinum Label Road Race. It has one of the fastest courses in the world.
Are you up for the challenge? Aim for a personal best in 2025 or simply take in the energy of this beautiful city and have fun along the streets of Amsterdam.
The Amsterdam Marathon route
The TCS Amsterdam Marathon course starts and finishes in the Olympic Stadium, passing through the Rijksmuseum and along the Heineken Experience, stretching along the Amstel and through the Vondelpark.
One of the quickest routes on the global circuit, the TCS Amsterdam Marathon attracts thousands of runners each year thanks to its flat, fast course.
How to register for the Amsterdam Marathon
GOSH Charity places for the TCS Amsterdam Marathon are sold out for 2025, but keep your eyes peeled for 2026 places.
Got your own place in the Amsterdam Marathon?
If you have secured your own place for the Amsterdam Marathon 2025, we'd love for you to join TeamGOSH and run the TCS Amsterdam Marathon in support of seriously ill children.
There is no minimum fundraising commitment; we would only ask you to raise what you can.
Whether you're tackling the Amsterdam Marathon for a personal best or soaking up the city’s iconic sights, you’ll be making a difference with every step. Plus, as part of TeamGOSH you'll get the same great support as our charity place runners.
Why run the Amsterdam Marathon for TeamGOSH?
Join us for the TCS Amsterdam Marathon and know that you're helping Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) provide world-class care to its young patients and their families.
As part of TeamGOSH, you'll receive:
- a complimentary running vest to wear on the Amsterdam Marathon route
- access to professional training plans
- a digital welcome pack full of fundraising tips, advice and material
- unlimited support from a dedicated Challenge Events team
- access to our Strava club to stay motivated and connect with fellow runners
Frequently asked questions: Amsterdam Marathon
For more information, please visit the TCS Amsterdam Marathon website. We've also included a list of frequently asked questions below.
If you need more information, please email the Challenge Events team at challenges@gosh.org or call 020 3841 3164.
FAQs
When is the TCS Amsterdam Marathon?
The Amsterdam Marathon 2025 will take place on Sunday, 19 October 2025.
How long is the TCS Amsterdam Marathon?
The TCS Amsterdam Marathon covers the official marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (or 26.2 miles).