Amsterdam Marathon 2026: what you need to know about the route, road closures, and diversions
On October 18, 2026, the TCS Amsterdam Marathon will host tens of thousands of runners for a race starting and ending at the Olympic Stadium. The event will cause widespread road closures, parking bans, and significant disruptions to public transport throughout the city.
The TCS Amsterdam Marathon is set to take place on Sunday, October 18, 2026, featuring a combined participation of approximately 47,000 runners across the full and half marathons. Throughout the weekend, over 60,000 participants will engage in various events, including charity runs and children's activities. The main race route begins and ends at the Olympic Stadium, passing through iconic locations such as the Vondelpark and the Rijksmuseum before winding along the Amstel river.
Extensive road closures and parking restrictions will be enforced across the city to accommodate the event, with specific bans beginning on Saturday night. Public transport will also face significant disruptions, as numerous tram and bus lines will be diverted or suspended, and metro services will operate on altered schedules. Residents and visitors are advised to plan travel carefully and use designated crossing points for pedestrians and cyclists. Motorists are urged to move vehicles parked along the route before the weekend to avoid fines or towing.
Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
