Marathon Guide

Leiden Marathon

Leiden's marathon anchors a two-day Dutch running weekend, with the full distance built around city streets, regional roads, and May goal racing.

Next race2027 date TBD
Distance categoryMarathon
LocationLeiden, Netherlands
Boston qualifierNo

Marathon Scout prioritizes official race websites, registration pages, timing providers, results pages, and race-linked live tracking. Last updated July 11, 2026.

Leiden Marathon quick facts

  • AIMS-listed Dutch marathon with full, half, and shorter distances.
  • Official marathon page separates the 42K event from other race options.
  • Direct registration is handled by TotalTiming.

About the Leiden Marathon

The Leiden Marathon is a long-running Dutch May race, useful for runners looking beyond the larger spring marathons in Amsterdam or Rotterdam.

Leiden Marathon course description

The course starts from Leiden's city setting and extends onto regional roads, mixing urban atmosphere with flatter Dutch pacing terrain.

Weather for the Leiden Marathon

May weather can be cool, breezy, or sunny in quick succession. Open sections can make wind more noticeable than elevation.

Past Leiden Marathon dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2026Sunday, May 10, 2026CompletedOpen results
2025Sunday, May 11, 2025CompletedOpen results
2024Sunday, May 12, 2024CompletedOpen results

Leiden Marathon FAQ

When is the Leiden Marathon?

We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Leiden Marathon. The most recent running was on Sunday, May 10, 2026.

How do I register for the Leiden Marathon?

You can register for the Leiden Marathon at totaltiming.inschrijven.nl.

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