Apr 10, 2016 Rotterdam, Netherlands
NN Marathon Rotterdam
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- Marathon: Apr 10, 2016 10:00 AM
The 36th edition of the NN Marathon Rotterdam will take place on Sunday April 10th. Around 30.000 participants are expected for the various running experiences of The Netherlands' biggest one-day sports event. The world's top athletes will be at the start on the bustling Coolsingel.
Route description:
Every year the organizers provide a fast, traffic free, safe and running friendly course.The course in Rotterdam has already proven itself with fast times. After 3 world records (Carlos Lopes in 1985, Belayneh Densamo in 1988 and Tegla Loroupe in 1998) Felix Limo ran the fastest time ever on Dutch soil in 2004. He crossed the finish in a time of 2.06.14 (course record Rotterdam). In 2008 William Kipsang broke the course record in 2.05.49. Duncan Kibet broke this record in 2009 by crossing the finish in 2.04.27, the fastest time worldwide in 2009.
The start and finish are in front of the Town Hall on the Coolsingel. The course is considered to be the fastest course in the world based on the ten fastest times ever run in a marathon. The course is run completely on tarmac. The starting shot is traditionally fired by a cannon.
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Refreshment stations:
All care stands along the course provide sports drinks and water. After the finish, you will also be offered tea. There are aid stations every 5 km along the route. Every aid station has water and AA Drink Iso-Lemon. Every station is signposted 200 m and 100 m in advance by means of yellow signs on the right-hand side of the road. Water is distributed via the unique drinking system Smart Drinking.
Venue facilities:
Before the start and after the event you have access to the changing facilities on presentation of your bib number. These locations are still to be announced. We advise you to arrive at the start in your running clothes. There are areas available near the start and the finish where you can leave personal belongings. Once these locations are known, they will be announced on the event website immediately. Clothing left at the start is not kept and can therefore not be claimed as lost property.
Entry fees:
MarathonRate until October 31st: 59 €
From November 1st until December 31st: 66,50 €
From January 1st until March 8th: 75 €
To get into the mood, as a warming-up for Sunday’s marathon, you can also take part in the AD Mini Marathon Rotterdam (4.2 km) on Saturday for a reduced charge of €10. This event also starts and finishes on Coolsingel.
Age limits:
The age on the day of the event applies.Rotterdam Marathon: 20 years
1/4 Marathon Rotterdam: 14 years
Distribution of race numbers:
You can pick up your bib numbers (chest and back) on presentation of your proof of entry, which you have received earlier by e-mail. Participants of the NN Marathon Rotterdam will also receive a participants bag with their Event Tee.On Friday 8th (10.00 - 20.00 hrs), Saturday 9th (10.00 - 20.00 hrs) and Sunday 10th of April (7.00 - 10.00 hrs) you will find the race secretariat at Positillion WTC.
Bib number:
Your bib number will NOT be sent to you. Participants in the NN Marathon Rotterdam receive two bib numbers. One bib number must be affixed to your chest and be clearly visible. The second bib number should be attached to your back. You will be provided with safety pins with which to attach the bib numbers.Schedule:
(times are subject to change)Friday 8 April
10-20 Race secretariat
10-20 Marathon Sport Expo
Saturday 9 April
10-20 Race secretariat
10-20 Marathon Sport Expo
14.30 Kids Runs (1 km)
14.45 Kids Runs (2,5 km)
15.15 AD Mini Marathon Rotterdam (4,2 km)
17-21.30 Pasta Party (18€)
19-20 Church service
Sunday 10 April
7-10 Race secretariat
10.00 Marathon Rotterdam
10.00 Business Runs
10.00 1/4 Marathon Rotterdam
Time limit:
For the NN Marathon Rotterdam the time limit is 5 hours and 30 minutes and for 1/4 Marathon 1 hour and 20 minutesThere is also a time limit for passing the 5 km points. These are indicated on the course map. You must have passed the points by the times shown. The course is released by the police after this time. If you find yourself on the course after the closing time, you will be running at your own risk and responsibility. Follow the directions of the organisers and look out for the information boards.
Chip timing available:
Yes
Number of participants last year:
40 000
Additional info:
The marathon weekend is a wonderful blend of (top) sport and festival. No other marathon in the Netherlands can match the atmosphere in Rotterdam; 925,000 spectators along the course make the party complete.
Weather:
5-19c/Warm
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Oct 9, 2013
Mar 17, 2013
Rotterdam Marathon is a professional, fast and impressive event - no matter if you are a beginner or pro, you will like this one for sure.
The course is extremely fast as we all know. it's often windy, but co-runners around you will make the running easier in windy places.
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My first marathon
Rotterdam Marathon 2013 was my first ever marathon. It was very well organized and the route was very flat so it was ideal for a fast time. My time was 3:12:07 which is really good for a first marathon.
The city is nice and modern but a bit plain. Not many historical buildings but still worth the visit.
I recommend this event to runners of all levels!