Amsterdam Marathon

TCS Amsterdam Marathon 2021

17th October 2021

Duration: 2 and 3 nights Distance: Marathon, Half Marathon and 8k

The Amsterdam Marathon will return! The 46th edition is on 17th October 2021! This year we are delighted to offer packages for The TCS Amsterdam Marathon. This super flat course is ranked as the world’s sixth fastest marathon. Runners from all over the globe line up to run every year. The start and finish are both in the stunning Olympic Stadium. Highlights of the route include running along the Amstel River, passing through the Rijksmuseum, and crossing the fabulous Vondelpark. Sports Travel International offers guaranteed hotel and entry, so all you need to focus on is running!

DETAILS
Take your place on the start line with 16,500 runners for the 2021 TCS Amsterdam Marathon. A total of 45,000 runners take part over 2 days in the marathon, half marathon and 8 km run. Join over 100 nationalities who will line up with you in Amsterdam. The TCS Amsterdam Marathon has been the most international sporting event in the Netherlands for many years.

Our hotel and running guide service

We have chosen to stay at the hotel Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam South which is located in a historic Jewish neighbourhood, and offers 80 stylish guest rooms and prides itself on personal customer service.

The hotel is conveniently close to public transport links for easy access to the shops and cultural attractions of central Amsterdam, and is less than 15 minutes by car from Schiphol Airport. The hotel is moments from Van Boshuizenstraat metro station. From there it is a 10-minute journey to Zuidas, the city’s main financial district and home to the Amsterdam RAI Exhibition and Convention Centre. This up and coming business district is also packed with shops, restaurants and cafés.

Amsterdamse Bos, the city’s biggest park is a 10-minute walk from the hotel and the Amsterdam Arena less than 20 minutes by tram or metro.

Our running guide will be available throughout the Amsterdam Marathon weekend. You can join them on our guided trip to the Amsterdam Marathon Expo for registration for the race and to check out all the great stalls on offer. You can also join our group at the Pasta Party on Saturday afternoon.

Prices from €380 per person with the below inclusions – please refer to the hotel and prices tab for all our hotel options and prices

What’s included:
- Accommodation at the Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam South for 2 or 3 nights
- All hotel taxes
- Breakfast each morning
- Sports Travel International Rep Services
- A free unofficial 5k warm up run led by our Sports Travel International Staff on Saturday Morning
Also available:
- Marathon Entry – €80 per entry
- Half Marathon Entry Fee – €32 per entry
- 8 km Entry Fee – €17 per entry (on request)
- Pasta Party – €tbc per person (payable locally at the marathon expo)
- Good Morning City Run on Saturday 17th October – €10 per person (on request)
Included with your Entry Fee:
- Single use MyLaps Bib Tag
- Marathon Finishers Mizuno Running Shirt
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Course Information:

The route of the Amsterdam Marathon, leads runners through the heart of the city centre and passing many of the city’s iconic sight. Which would also be worth a separate sightseeing tour. Both the start and finish are held at the historical Olympic Stadium. The Marathon course also takes in much of the Olympic route, heading along the Amstel River, past stately homes and a few of Amsterdam’s famous windmills. This route offers beautiful rural scenery (which includes the Arena). The marathon has a time limit of 6 hours. The finish area at the Olympic Stadium, will close at 17.00 hrs. At the finish, all successful runners will receive a medal and a heat sheet. Then, once you are outside the Olympic Stadium you will be provided with a bottle of ISOSTAR.

Some of the most attractive sights are the:

OLYMPIC STADIUM

Both the marathon start and finish take place in front of the grandstand at the Olympic Stadium. This wonderfully renovated, almost 100 year old stadium will provide an unforgettable venue for the end of your race. Supporters and spectators are granted free access to the grandstand and the bleachers for a spectacular view of the finish.

RIJKSMUSEUM

The TCS Amsterdam Marathon takes all of it’s runners through the heart of the Rijksmuseum,which connects Amsterdam city centre with the south of Amsterdam. This promises to be a unique experience for runners from both the Netherlands and over seas. The world famous building contains some of the most renowned works of art by celebrated Dutch masters such as Rembrandt, Van Gogh and Vermeer. They recently underwent a complete renovation.

VONDELPARK

Amsterdam’s largest public park which has an entrance at the side of the Leidseplein. This stunning 48-hectare park features beautiful trees, ponds, paths and playing fields. It is one of the most loved areas for residents of the city. On sunny days, thousands of people flock down to enjoy the park. The variety of activities undertaken by the parks varied guests makes wandering through the Vondelpark fascinating in the autumn. The marathon course will take runners through Vondelpark twice.

AMSTEL RIVER

The Amstel River, with its stately mansions and several windmills, plays a key role in the Amsterdam Marathon route. This rural part of the course offers wonderful panoramic views and gives runners insight into the busy day to day life on the Amstel every day. In the distance the Arena will be visible – the home stadium of Ajax football team. This meandering route along the river, allows for a flat, fast route and offers views, not only of the beautiful countryside, but also of your fellow runners as they too make their way through the course.
ITINERARY

Our travel package gives you the ideal opportunity to run a marathon and enjoy a trip away to Amsterdam.

3 night sample itinerary

Arrival in Amsterdam – Friday 15th October

Please arrange your own flights into Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). Schiphol Airport has a train station right underneath so it is easy to make your way to the city, from the airport and then to your hotel. Depending on what time you arrive, you can make your way to collect your bib from the Amsterdam Marathon Expo. It is located in Hall Number 1 and 2 of the sports venue Sporthallen Zuid. Open Friday 15th October: times tbc.

Good Morning City Run, Expo (registration) and Pasta Party – Saturday 16th October

Good Morning City Run – On Saturday October 17, you will have the opportunity to take part in the Amsterdam Good Morning City Run. This gives you a great chance to discover Amsterdam while enjoying a bit of sport or a warm up run the day before the TCS Amsterdam Marathon. Our guide will lead the group to the start. Local Amsterdam running guides will lead you through Amsterdam, in groups of around 20 people so you can enjoy all the historical attractions of this beautiful city.

Marathon Expo – If you didn’t go on Friday to collect your bib number please ensure you go down to the Expo today, as it is the final day to do so. The Marathon Expo is located in Hall Number 1 and 2 of the sports venue Sporthallen Zuid. Open Saturday 16 October: times tbc.

The Expo showcases a variety of sports performance and functional wear, endurance sports, active tourism and much more. The rest of the day and evening are free for you to explore Amsterdam. Hop on a bike, spend the afternoon wandering around Amsterdam or visit the world-renowned Amsterdam museums.

Pasta Party (Price TBC) – The Pasta Party also takes place on Saturday, 17 October. The cost is TBC and is payable at the Marathon Expo when you pick up your bib. There are three group sittings: 16.30 – 17.45, 18.00 – 19.15 and 19.30 – 21.00. Location: White VIP-tent inside the Olympic Stadium; entrance stand F.

Amsterdam Marathon Race Day – Sunday October 17th

The race starts at 9.30am at the Olympic Stadium. The finish line is also in the Olympic Stadium, so it is very easy to get to and from the Marathon start and finish. Our guide will accompany runners to the start of the race. There will be a range of energy products and fruit available at the finish line.

Monday 18th October:

Today is the end of your Amsterdam running adventure but with so much to see and explore in this wonderful city, you could arrange to leave late today. Giving you a day of sightseeing before you make your journey home. You can book extra nights with us if you would like to extend your stay in this fantastic city.
HOTELS & PRICING
Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam – South

Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam South offers clean, comfortable, and modern accommodation, conveniently situated in the heart of Amsterdam’s business district. The hotel&#...

Prices:

Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam South on a bed and breakfast basis

2 nights – €380 per person based on double occupancy of a twin / double room

2 nights – €570 per person based on single occupancy

3 nights – €490 per person based on double occupancy of a twin / double room

3 nights – €780 per person based on single occupancy

Entry Fees:
- Marathon entry €80 per entry
- Half Marathon entry €32 per entry
- 8 km entry €17 per entry (on request)
- Pasta Party – €tbc per person (payable at the marathon expo)
- Good Morning City Run – €10 per person (on request)
Amsterdam Marathon Hotels
Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam – South

Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam South offers clean, comfortable, and modern accommodation, conveniently situated in the heart of Amsterdam’s business district. The hotel’s position, just a few minutes walk from Van Boshuizenstraat Station, provides regular tram, bus, and metro connections into the city centre and towards all of Amsterdam’s best loved sights. If you want a more active way to get around the city, bike rentals are also available at the hotel.

A continental breakfast buffet is available each morning, and guests can enjoy a drink in the onsite bar after a long day in the bustling city centre. There are several restaurants to choose from in the area surrounding the hotel, while drinks and small snacks are available from vending machines in the hotel.

The hotel is non smoking and air-conditioned throughout. Each guest room includes an LCD TV with satellite channels, a pillow menu, a work desk, and a tea/coffee maker. All have private bathrooms complete with a walk-in shower. Wifi is free and available in all areas of the hotel.

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General Features

Shared lounge/TV area

Vending machine (snacks)

Vending machine (drinks)

Air conditioning

Non-smoking throughout

Heating

Soundproof rooms

Lift

Facilities for disabled guests

Non-smoking rooms
IMPORTANT INFO

How to book

At time of booking we require a non-refundable deposit, plus Race Entry Fee, which is non-returnable once booked and any optional extras purchased. The balance of your travel package must be paid, at the latest 12 weeks before departure to avoid cancellation of your trip.

General, visa, passport and health information

PASSPORT – You will need a valid passport to travel to Amsterdam. Check the date of validity of your passport well in advance of travel and renew if necessary. See www.dfa.ie/passports or https://www.gov.uk/browse/citizenship/passports

Travel Insurance

For details of specialist Sports Travel’s insurance for our travel packages, please visit our insurance page.

Our travel insurance includes cover for participation in the marathon and travel disruption.

NB: Our travel insurance is only available to you only if you are a resident of Ireland and have been for the past six months prior to booking the travel insurance.

If you have your own travel insurance, you must ensure that your travel insurance policy covers you to participate in running events.

You may wish to obtain a European health insurance card. Should you require medical care during your temporary stay in any of the EU countries, this care is provided under the same conditions and at the same cost (free in some countries) as people insured in that country. It doesn’t replace travel insurance. Residents of Ireland can apply online on the websites below

www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/1/schemes/EHIC/

If you are resident in Northern Ireland, please apply HERE.
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