Antwerp Marathon
AntwerpBelgium
Next race
Sunday, 25 April 2027
9:00 am start
Distance
42.195 km / 26.2 mi
Urban road
Elevation
Flat · 50 m gain
50 m climbing
Race profile
Overview
The Antwerp Marathon (part of the Antwerp 10 Miles & Marathon weekend) draws about 4,000 marathon finishers through Belgium's fashion and diamond capital. The course passes the Cathedral of Our Lady, Grote Markt, and the Scheldt riverfront on flat Flemish terrain. April race day in Antwerp combines historic city centre scenery with a fast, low-elevation profile.
Antwerp Marathon is a certified 42.195 km (26.2 mile) marathon — the standard World Athletics marathon distance.
- Typical participants
Approximately 4,000 finishers
- Weather
- Course records
- Men: 2:11:15 — Elijah Kemboi (2011)Women: 2:31:26 — Marleen Renders (1995)
Course & terrain
Antwerp Marathon course
Route map and elevation profile for race-week planning.
The Antwerp Marathon is a flat loop starting and finishing near the Grote Markt and Cathedral of Our Lady, following the Scheldt quays past the MAS museum and through the historic centre and Zuid. Only minor bridge gradients break up the profile, and spectators are thickest around the Grote Markt and along the waterfront.
Antwerp Marathon route map
The Antwerp Marathon course is flat over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). Runners cover 50 metres of climbing and 50 metres of descent, with minimal net elevation change from start to finish.
- Elevation
Registration
Antwerp Marathon entry requirements
Registration is through https://antwerpmarathon.com/en/. The marathon shares a weekend with the popular 10-mile race.
Getting there
Antwerp Marathon travel
Airports closest to Antwerp for flight planning and race-week travel.
- Closest airport
Antwerp International Airport (Deurne) (ANR)
5 km / 3 mi
Race footage
Antwerp Marathon videos
Race-day footage from the course to help you picture the route, crowds, and key landmarks on marathon day.
Antwerp Marathon 2025: 3D Video Course Map | 42.2 km - Antwerpen
MARATHON Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Thiago Seyboth Wild Match 🥵 | Antwerp 2024 Highlights
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Antwerp Marathon elevation profile?
- The Antwerp Marathon has 50 metres of total climbing and 50 metres of descent over 42.195 km (26.2 miles). The course is flat, with 0 metres of net change from start to finish.
- Where can I find the Antwerp Marathon route map?
- This page includes a Antwerp Marathon course map showing the full 42.195 km route from start to finish. Follows the Scheldt quays, passes the MAS museum, and runs through the historic centre and Zuid district.
- How long is the Antwerp Marathon?
- The Antwerp Marathon is the standard marathon distance of 42.195 kilometres (26.2 miles), certified to World Athletics rules. Starts and finishes near the Grote Markt and Cathedral of Our Lady.
- What time does the Antwerp Marathon start?
- The 2027 Antwerp Marathon starts at 9:00 am local time on Sunday, 25 April 2027. Arrive early for baggage drop and corral access — official race communications confirm any last-minute schedule changes.
- Where does the Antwerp Marathon start and finish?
- The marathon starts and finishes in Antwerp's historic centre near the Cathedral of Our Lady and Grote Markt.
- Is the Antwerp Marathon flat?
- Yes. Antwerp sits on the flat Scheldt estuary and the course has negligible climbing.
- When is the Antwerp Marathon?
- The marathon is held on the fourth Sunday of April as part of Antwerp 10 Miles weekend.
- What landmarks does the Antwerp course pass?
- Runners pass the Cathedral of Our Lady, Grote Markt, Scheldt quays, and the MAS (Museum aan de Stroom).
- How do I register for the Antwerp Marathon?
- The marathon shares a weekend with the popular 10-mile race.
Official resources
Antwerp Marathon links
Websites
Social Media
Last updated 11 October 2026. Edition dates and course details are reviewed regularly.
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