Do you want to be part of HCA Marathon – but on a shorter distance?
Then Run the last 10 is your chance to experience the atmosphere on the actual marathon route. You’ll run the final 10 km through the streets of Odense and finish at Odense Athletics Stadium.
The start will take place from the city’s Town Square – Flakhaven – at 10:00 AM
After crossing the finish line, you can keep the celebration going from the grandstand and cheer on the marathon and half marathon runners as they arrive.
NB: Please note: As "Run the Last 10" starts at the same time as the Marathon and Half Marathon (10:00 AM), it is not possible to cross the finish line together with participants in those distances.
The capital of Fyn has been home to many fairy tales since the time of Hans Christian Andersen, and since the year 2000, countless running adventures have been written in the city during the HCA Marathon. If you want to write your own running adventure, HCA Marathon is the perfect place, offering a fast and traffic-free route through the streets of Odense
Many runners have set personal bests on this course, and in 2019, HCA Marathon was named the world's fastest marathon (measured by average finish time). So if you're aiming for a record, HCA Marathon is the right place to look - because this course is simply fast. You can read more about the study at Runners World.
Link to Runners World
HCA Marathon 2026 is sold out – please use the Sportstiming resale platform here.
The sooner you register, the better the price!
Early Bird until 30 September 2025 £199
Thereafter £249
Additional Purchase
Cancellation Insurance
It is possible to purchase a cancellation insurance which allows for a refund of the race fee in case of acute illness, injury, etc. Please note that transferring your race entry to the following year is no longer an option.
Race numbers for “Run the last 10” must be collected at the sports fair in Odense on Friday or Saturday. If you have purchased a t-shirt, it will be handed out along with your race number. You will find the sports fair in Odense Idrætspark, Israels Plads 3, 5200 Odense V. The fair is open
Friday 14:00 – 18:00
Saturday 10:00 – 16:30
Sunday 08:00 – 16:00*
*On race day, race numbers for “Løb de sidste 10” must be collected at Odense City Hall, Flakhaven 2, 5000 Odense C between 8:00–09:45.
We encourage everyone who is able to do so to collect their race number before race day
Your race bib contains the timing chip – avoid bending the bib to prevent damage to the chip.
Picking up race bibs for someone else:
You are allowed to collect race bibs on behalf of others. You must bring the participant’s full name and race bib number.
IMPORTANT You must not alter your race bib, as this is grounds for disqualification according to DAF regulations. Likewise, stay on the marked course, as timing mats are placed along the route to record split times. Missing split times will result in disqualification.
If you need to make changes to your registration, such as updating your name, switching distances, or transferring your entry to another runner, please ensure these updates are made in advance to keep the results list accurate for all participants.
You can make the changes yourself online at sportstiming and also make add-ons to your registration; see more under FAQ.
The sports exhibition is free and is open throughout the race weekend. You will find the sports exhibition at Odense Idrætspark, Israels Plads 3, 5200 Odense V. The exhibition is open:
Friday 14:00 – 18:00
Saturday 10:00 – 16:30
Sunday 08:00 – 16:00
At the sports fair, you will find great offers on sportswear and equipment. You can also listen to exciting talks and join yoga with Planet Nusa.
When you pick up your race number, you will be given a race bag to store your luggage in.
Hand in your race bag for “Løb de sidste 10” at the start at Flakhaven by Odense City Hall from 08:00 to 09:45.
Only the race bag provided will be accepted. The luggage will be transported to the luggage storage in the finish area.
Luggage storage in the finish area is manned and open on race day from 8.00 - 16.30.
REMEMBER to attach the bib number slip to your race bag.
Take the light rail to the start of “Løb de sidste 10”. Get off at Albani Torv, where it's about a 3 min. walk to Flakhaven. Remember that number distribution closes at 9.45am on race day.
The tram runs all day between Odense Central Station and Odense Idrætspark (stadium) with a travel time of around 9 minutes.
Buy your ticket by scanning the QR code at any tram station. It’s easy and affordable – tickets cost DKK 15 if you’re 26 or older, or DKK 10 if you’re under 26.
If you’re driving to Odense, parking at the tram’s Park & Ride is a convenient option. There are 800 free spaces close to the motorway, so you won’t have to search for parking near Odense Sports Park. Travel time from Park & Ride to the Sports Park is about 34 minutes
Read more here: By light rail to the HCA Marathon 2026
Drivers are encouraged to arrive early on race day and use the parking spaces along the surrounding streets.
Remember to check the signage, as some areas have time-limited parking or require payment.
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At the start, there are restrooms available at Odense City Hall and in the Klosterbakken Swimming Pool. There will also be restrooms along the route after each aid station. Additionally, restrooms will be located in the area around Odense Idrætspark at the finish line.
The start of “Løb de sidste 10” is at 10.00 from Odense City Hall, Flakhaven - Odense C.
08:00 – 09:45 Collection of race number, race bag and any purchased T-shirt at Odense City Hall
08:00 – 09:45 Drop-off of your luggage in the luggage vans at Flakhaven by Odense City Hall
9:45 AM: Group warm-up on Flakhaven at the start.
10:00 AM: Start of “Run the Last 10.”
When you pick up your race bib, you will receive a race bag to store your belongings during the race.
Baggage can be dropped off on race day from 8:00 AM to 9:45 AM at the trucks on Flakhaven, near the start area. in the lorries on Flakhaven, i.e. at the start.
Afterward, your racebag will be transported to Odense Idrætspark
REMEMBER to attach the tag from your race bib to your race bag.
Run from Flakhaven and 10 km to the finish at Odense Atletikstadion.
We've arranged plenty of music along the course and a crowd of spectators ready to cheer you on. Therefore and for safety reasons, running with music in your ears is not allowed. Officials need to be able to communicate with you, so leave the music behind and enjoy the atmosphere!
At the course, there will be samarits on bikes and in the finish area you will find doctors. If you want to drop out of the race, you must contact the nearest fluid replacement station, where you will get a lift to the finishing line.
There are three refreshment zones along the route, the same as for the marathon runners. Each station is set up with energy drink first, followed by water.
The course will be without traffic from 10 a.m until 4 p.m.
The maximum time is marked by two cyclists, who cycle at the back. If you are behind the cyclists, you must run according to the rules of the road.
After 4PM traffic will be allowed back onto the route, so the officials and aid stations will have left their posts. You will need to find your own way back to the finish line.
We encourage you to use the collection bags provided for empty bottles - and if you miss one, someone will be happy to pick it up and collect the deposit. In this way, we help each other take care of our surroundings.
At the kilometre markers:
Help us to look after nature and keep the route clean. If you have rubbish along the way, please use the bins located at the kilometre markers.
HOW YOUR TIME IS RECORDED
Chip Timing: Your finish time is automatically recorded using a timing chip located on the back of your race bib.
Gross Time The time recorded from the official start signal until you cross the finish line.
Net Time The time recorded from the moment you cross the start line until you cross the finish line. Your race bib must be worn visibly on the front of your T-shirt and must not be folded or bent.
Link to livetracking 2026
It is possible to follow it live from the start at 10:00 until 13:00 via live streaming.
Headphones are not permitted during the race for safety reasons, this includes open-ear headphones such as Shokz. As the route is a circuit, it is important that all runners can hear instructions from officials, cyclists, and other runners who may be overtaking. Instead, you can enjoy the green spaces and the buzz of the city.
Dogs are not allowed in the race.
Please be patient
If you have an errand in Odense on Sunday, September 27, 2026, it would be a good idea to allow extra time for transportation, as the HCA Marathon will be taking place that day. This means it may be a bit more difficult to get around the city, so we kindly ask for your patience and consideration in traffic.
Read more about “Traffic changes 2026”
Do you need help navigating the roads on raceday, please call the traffic-phone at 93 94 57 89.
The telephone line is open on 24 and 25 September from 16.00 to 20.00, as well as all day on 26 and 27 September.
You will run the final 300 meters on Odense Athletics Stadium. The innermost lane is designated for the marathon, while the outermost lane is for the half marathon, “Run the Last 10,” and MiniMarathon.
At the finishing line, you will receive your medal. Please leave the area in the direction of the fluid replacement station.
Medal engraving
If you have purchased engraving for your medal as part of your participation in the HCA Marathon, you will have your medal engraved on race day in Hall 2 of Odense Idrætspark.
Please bring your race bib and medal, and have your finish time ready (on your phone) – your race bib serves as a receipt for the engraving.
To ensure everyone can get their medal engraved and take it home, please go to Hall 2 no later than 15:30 with the medal.
If you have not ordered engraving in advance, it can be purchased on the day, subject to available capacity.
ATTENTION!
If you do not complete your registered distance, you will not receive a medal, and your time will be recorded as Did Not Finish
At the finish area, it is offered
Please note that once you leave the finish area, you cannot return.
MiniMarathon
After finishing, participants will be directed to the “MiniMarathon” tent, which serves as the finish area. The tent is located near the seating grandstand.
Parents do NOT have access to the finish area but can meet their children after they exit the tent.
Can be found at Odense Idrætspark
Various food and drink stalls will be available on the race day at the main entrance to Odense Idrætspark as well as inside the Athletics Stadium near the finish line.
There are big screens in both places. By the main entrance with a 45-minute delay, so you have just enough time for a shower before food and drinks are enjoyed after the run.
Photos from the HCA Marathon 2025 will be uploaded regularly in photo gallery.
Link to 2026 results list
Download your finisher certificate by clicking on your name on the list of results.
In case of a new record, the bonus prize is an additional DKK 1,000.
Once you've passed through the goal depot at Odense Sports Park, you'll meet the luggage vans where you can pick up your luggage.
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