Get ready for
the Copenhagen Marathon

Being ready at the starting line is the real achievement
Runners in a running community before participating in the Copenhagen Marathon
Group training with Sparta

Looking for someone to train with on your way to Copenhagen Marathon 2026? Then come run with us.

Every Sunday at 9:00 AM, Sparta Atletik & Løb, the organiser of Copenhagen Marathon, hosts free group training.

We kick off on 16 November 2025, starting from Idrætshuset – right next to Sparta Atletik & Løb in Østerbro, Copenhagen.

There are pace groups with pacers from 4:15 to 6:30 min/km. Everyone is welcome – even if you are not registered for Copenhagen Marathon.

Picture showing many runners attending the Copenhagen Marathon.
Find a local running community

A running community can bring structure and motivation to your training. That’s why Copenhagen Marathon collaborates with running clubs across Denmark, so you can find someone to run with near where you live.

Get ready for the Copenhagen Marathon. Download a training plan here

Running a marathon requires a plan and a structured training program to avoid overloading your body. And soon you can download and use one — completely free.

We’ve turned Copenhagen into the perfect marathon arena for more than 40 years.

Get ready for race day
5 tips for your marathon training

Get ready for race day with five tips for your marathon training from Sparta’s elite coach, Christian Friis. Have a great time!

Plan your energy intake

Your body needs energy to keep going. That’s why it’s important to eat and drink correctly during the marathon and the days before.

Free training plan for you

Running a marathon requires a plan and a structured training program to avoid overloading your body. And soon you can download and use one — completely free.