Half Marathon

H.C. Andersen Half Marathon

H.C. Andersen Half Marathon offers a traffic-free 21.097-kilometre tour of Odense, combining city streets and festival support in early autumn.

Next raceSunday, September 27, 2026
Distance categoryHalf Marathon
LocationOdense, Denmark
Get alertsLast checked August 4, 2026

Quick facts

  • Traffic-free Odense city course
  • Measured 21.097-kilometre distance
  • Separate half-marathon entry and timing
  • Turns interrupt rhythm on an otherwise quick route

About the H.C. Andersen Half Marathon

The Odense half is separately entered and timed during H.C. Andersen Marathon weekend. Its certified-distance identity, city route and dedicated start make it more than a marathon split.

Course

The traffic-free road course covers 21.097 kilometres through Odense. A largely urban layout and enthusiastic support favor steady rhythm, though turns can interrupt an otherwise fast effort.

Race-day weather

Late September in Odense is often cool and comfortable, with rain or wind the main uncertainties. Exposed city streets can feel colder if a maritime breeze develops.

Past H.C. Andersen Half Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2026Sunday, September 27, 2026Upcoming

H.C. Andersen Half Marathon FAQ

When is the H.C. Andersen Half Marathon?

The 2026 H.C. Andersen Half Marathon is on Sunday, September 27, 2026.

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