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Oct 4, 2026Marathon (26.2 miles / 42.2 km)

The Cologne Marathon (Generali Köln Marathon) has been a fixture on the German running calendar since the late 1990s and attracts a strong international and domestic field every October. Held in the historic and vibrant city of Cologne, the race has grown into one of Germany’s major autumn marathons, known for its reliable organization, lively expo, and reputation as a fast, well-supported city course. The event routinely draws both competitive athletes chasing fast times and recreational runners enjoying a scenic urban tour. The course highlights include sweeping stretches along the Rhine River, iconic views of the Kölner Dom (Cologne Cathedral), passages over the Hohenzollern Bridge and through the atmospheric Old Town and Rheinauhafen harbor district. Runners experience a mostly flat, fast route that mixes modern waterfront architecture with historic cityscapes and frequent crowd support—live music, bands, and cheering sections are typical along the route, creating a festive atmosphere. The race is AIMS-certified and World Athletics-certified, and the course is eligible for Boston Marathon qualification, making it attractive to athletes targeting qualifying times.

Cologne Marathon

Cologne, Germany

Nov 29, 2026Marathon (26.2 miles / 42.2 km)

10K Runners

Estra Firenze Marathon

Florence, Italy

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“Nothing, not even pain, lasts forever. If I can just keep putting one foot in front of the other, I will eventually get to the end.”

— Kim Cowart

Nov 14, 2026Marathon (26.2 miles / 42.2 km)

10K Runners

New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty Queenstown Marathon

Queenstown, New Zealand

Nov 22, 2026Marathon (26.2 miles / 42.2 km)

Cold Weather

Philadelphia Marathon

Philadelphia, PA, United States

Oct 18, 2026Marathon (26.2 miles / 42.2 km)

7/10 CR

Ljubljana Marathon

Ljubljana, Slovenia

3K+

Miles of Racing

Ready to explore

Oct 4, 2026Marathon (26.2 miles / 42.2 km)

Mild Weather

Run in Lyon Marathon

Lyon, France

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The Great Ocean Road Marathon: Running Australia's Most Scenic Coast

Nov 8, 2026Marathon (26.2 miles / 42.2 km)

22K Runners

EDP Porto Marathon

Porto, Portugal

“Run when you can, walk if you have to, crawl if you must; just never give up.”

— Dean Karnazes

Oct 17, 2026Marathon (26.2 miles / 42.2 km)

5.5K Runners

Garmin Kansas City Marathon

Kansas City, MO, United States

Nov 29, 2026Marathon (26.2 miles / 42.2 km)

300m Elevation

UW Medicine Seattle Marathon and Half Marathon

Seattle, WA, United States

Oct 19, 2026Marathon (26.2 miles / 42.2 km)

The Lowdown

The TREK Antwerp Marathon has grown rapidly into one of Belgium's marquee running events, drawing nearly 20,000 participants across all distances and transforming the streets of this diamond capital into a massive celebration of sport. The flat, fast marathon course winds through the architectural treasures of Antwerp's historic center — past the towering Gothic Cathedral of Our Lady, the ornate guild houses of the Grote Markt, and along the banks of the Scheldt River. The striking MAS Museum and medieval Het Steen fortress provide dramatic backdrops, while the neo-baroque Antwerp Central Station marks one of the course's most photographed landmarks. With a redesigned course featuring fewer bends and wide boulevards, the race is increasingly popular with runners seeking personal bests. Enthusiastic Flemish crowds line the route, and the race's 5.5-hour time limit is enforced by police road closures, so steady pacing is essential. October temperatures around 8-15°C offer cool, comfortable conditions through this vibrant, culturally rich city where world-class art, Flemish cuisine, and genuine crowd energy make for an unforgettable marathon experience.