Join adidas Stockholm Marathon
The adidas Stockholm Marathon takes you through the streets of the beautiful capital of Sweden, built on 14 islands. The course of this race offers spectacular views of a unique city with varied scenery, including nature and impeccably preserved medieval city centre. The marathon in Stockholm is not only about great views and history. It attracts hundreds of thousands of spectators that cheer you along the route. Those enthusiastic crowds will lead you to an unforgettable finish at the 1912 Olympic Stadium, the home of 83 officially recognized world records in athletics. No other arena in the world comes close to that number and hopefully you can have your own record finishing the adidas Stockholm Marathon at this stadium.
Adidas Stockholm Marathon is an exciting race in a beautiful city with runners from all over the world. This is one of the major sporting events in Sweden with hundreds of thousands of spectators along the route cheering the participants.
The race takes you through Stockholm, one of the world’s most beautiful capitals. Built on 14 islands around one of Europe’s largest and best-preserved medieval city centres, the Swedish capital is superbly positioned, with stunning and extremely varied scenery in every direction.
At the finish, in the classical 1912 Olympic Stadium, enthusiastic fans greet the runners. The Olympic Stadium has been the site of numerous memorable athletic performances, with no less than 83 officially recognised world records in track and field. There is no other arena anywhere in the world that comes close to that number. The race will finish in the world famous stadium built for the 1912 Olympic Games.
The 1912 Olympic Stadium is truly a classic venue for athletics. The Marathon Expo, the Pasta Party and the Post Race Celebration are traditional parts of the event, bringing all the runners together in a joyful atmosphere. With almost 7,500 international runners from more than 90 countries the adidas Stockholm Marathon is also a multicultural festival.
We welcome you to the most popular event in one of the world’s most beautiful capitals!
Course details
It is basically a two-lap course through the central parts of Stockholm. The surroundings vary from the woods of the Royal park "Djurgården" to the streets of a big city. The course passes buildings such as the Royal Palace, the City Hall, the Royal Opera and the Houses of Parliament. The course is one of the most scenic in the world.
Much of the race is run along beautiful waterways. When passing the "Västerbron" bridge, the runners will enjoy a fantastic view over a city with buildings ranging in age from the medieval times to the present day. The difference in altitude between the highest and the lowest point of the course is 29 meters.
Start just outside the Olympic Stadium and finish inside the beautiful arena. The first lap is 16.6 kilometers, the second lap 25.6 kilometers.
Start address: Stockholm, Sweden
Finish address: Lidingövägen, 114 33 Stockholm, Sweden
Route map
Included in the fee
- Attractive finisher’s t-shirt
- Exclusive medal – different Stockholm motif every year
- Refreshment stations with water, sports drinks and energy sources
- Live entertainment – music, announcers and activities along the course.
- Massage and foot treatment service
- Medical services
- Pacemakers
- Live results
- Goodie bag containing drinks and snacks
- Hot showers
- Personalised diploma (download online)
Practicalities
After Race Services
Water, soda, coffee, snacks, fruit, hot dogs, alcohol free beer and recovery drinks, to help you refuel and recover. Free massage and footcare service for tired bodies.
Age Limit
Minimum age is 18 years
Aid Stations
Medical personnel will be in attendance at the start and finish areas and at each refreshment station along the course.
Award Medals
Each runner who finishes the race in less than 6.5 hours will receive the unique adidas Stockholm Marathon medal. Every year the medal features a different Stockholm landmark.
Equipment Storage
Clothing Drop-off area at ”Östermalms IP”. Use the plastic kit bag you will get at the registration.
Maximum Time
6 hours 30min
Parking
No special parking
Refreshments
Refreshment stations are positioned about every third kilometer (about every 2 miles) along the route. Water and sports drinks are served. Bananas, energy bars, coffee, clear broth, energy tablets, soft drinks and salted gherkins – at a number of the refreshment stations.
Timing
Chip timing. Additionally available tracking service for runners who carry their smartphones (GPS) – fun for family and friends to follow your progress.
Transport
On race day, public transport is free for runners, courtesy of SL, Stockholm Public Transport. You just show your bib number or registration card when you enter the underground, local bus or local train.
Refund Policy
Non-refundable
Frequently asked questions
When and where can I collect my BIB/race pack?
You will receive your digital registration card, which indicates your start number by email in the middle of May. Then you can also find your start number in adidas Stockholm Marathon start list. You can collect your BIB at the Runners Expo at Danicahallen at "Östermalms IP".
Can someone collect my race pack for me?
Yes, it's fine if that person has your start certificate or ID.
How do I get to the race location?
On race day, public transport is free for runners, courtesy of SL, Stockholm Public Transport. You just show your bib number or registration card when you enter the underground, local bus or local train.
The race information has been found on the official website of the event or through publicly available sources. Always refer to the official website the latest race information. Please let us know if any data is wrong or missing, by emailing us.
