Leiden Marathon
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Leiden Marathon
The Leiden Marathon is a multi-distance sporting event held in the city of Leiden. The event includes a variety of running distances as well as a walking component. The running routes take participants through the city, with a start location at the Koninginnelaan and a finish line at the Vismarkt.
The event features the following running distances:
- 42.195 km (Full Marathon) with a 6-hour time limit.
- 21.097 km (Half Marathon) with a 3-hour time limit.
- 10 km with a 1.5-hour time limit.
- 5 km (Nightrun) starting and finishing at the Garenmarkt.
- 2.1 km (Kidsrun) for younger participants.
The weekend program begins on Saturday with a walking event that attracts over 2,500 participants and a 5 km Nightrun. The longer running distances and the Kidsrun take place on Sunday. The event utilizes a live tracking system that allows supporters to monitor the progress of participants during the races. For participants traveling to the event, accessibility options include bicycle parking and specific bus lines. Official pacers are available for certain distances to help runners maintain a steady speed.
The competition includes the Open Dutch Student Championships and is part of the Abbott WMM Wanda Age Group World Rankings. Medical support, food stations, and water points are provided along the courses according to a professional medical plan. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
