The course in Rotterdam is known as one of the fastest in the world. No fewer than three world records have been broken here in the past. The top 5 fastest marathon cities (based on the 10 fastest times) are Berlin (2.03.55), London (2.04.34), Chicago (2.04.40), Dubai (2.04.40) and Rotterdam …
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The course in Rotterdam is known as one of the fastest in the world. No fewer than three world records have been broken here in the past. The top 5 fastest marathon cities (based on the 10 fastest times) are Berlin (2.03.55), London (2.04.34), Chicago (2.04.40), Dubai (2.04.40) and Rotterdam (2.04.52). The famous course of the NN Marathon Rotterdam has had a new starting location since 2018. Participants start at the foot of the Erasmus Bridge and head in the direction of the Kop van Zuid. The beautiful route takes you past all conceivable highlights of Rotterdam. Along the way, the crowd stands in line to cheer on the participants all the way to the finish line on the heroic Coolsingel.
The course of the NN Marathon Rotterdam is also the course of the TBI Business Runs. The urban course of the ¼ Marathon Rotterdam starts at the Burgermeester van Walsumweg near the iconic Market Hall and runs under the cube houses through the heart of Rotterdam. The total length of the course is 10.55 K and runs over part of the official marathon course. At Kralingen, the public is fully present to encourage the participants. In addition to their finishing time, all runners will also receive the exact time on the 10 kilometers. The last approximately 550 meters you can enjoy the heroic finish on the festive Coolsingel.
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Although the race didn't go as I planned to, I really enjoyed the scenery and the amazing crowd. They really helped me get to the finish, especially in the end. MORE
Although the race didn’t go as I planned to, I really enjoyed the scenery and the amazing crowd. They really helped me get to the finish, especially in the end.
Good marathon but why not gels?
Well organized but the fact they did not give out any gels made a big difference. Had to carry about a half kilo (1 pound) of gels. This was not … MORE
Well organized but the fact they did not give out any gels made a big difference. Had to carry about a half kilo (1 pound) of gels.
This was not as flat as I thought. Crossing the bridge the second time seemed like summiting Everest. There is one straight stretch along a canal (kms 11-14) where it’s so narrow, you can’t pass.
The crowds were amazing.
Fast flat course and well organized
It’s flat and fast except for the main bridge out and back. Good spectator support especially towards the end when you need it. City on but a ghost town after … MORE
It’s flat and fast except for the main bridge out and back. Good spectator support especially towards the end when you need it. City on but a ghost town after race. T-Shirt is my favorite since then. Weather was good before mid April. 2nd only to Copenhagen in total elevation gain per my Strava at 333ft. Running it again this year. Course almost the same.