7.5K

The 7.5K is part of the TCS Amsterdam Marathon weekend and is specially designed for runners of all levels who want to experience the unique marathon atmosphere. The run will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026. A highlight of the course includes a loop through the Vondelpark, where you can undoubtedly expect plenty of encouragement from the crowd. Finishing in the iconic Olympic Stadium will make this an unforgettable experience for every participant.

Start

Start time: 14.00 hours

Start Area B: Stadionweg

Time limit: 1 hour

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Start Area B
The 7.5K starts in Area B at the Stadionweg. The color of your bib number corresponds to the color of your start wave.

View the map of Start Area B for Saturday here

Clothing drop-off
Clothing can be stored in tents around the Olympic Stadium, opening hours 12.45 - 17.00 hours. The service is free but we are not responsible for any stolen or missing items.

Wave	Color	Expected finish time	Start time Area B
Wave 1	White	Athletes with finish time to 0.40 hours	14.00 hours
Wave 2	Yellow	Members Le Champion and Business Run	14.12 hours
Wave 3	Pink	Business Run and athletes with finish time from 0.40 to 0.50 hours	14.27 hours
Wave 4	Orange	Athletes with finish time from 0.50 to 0.55 hours	14.47 hours
Wave 5	Green	Athletes with finish time from 0.55 hours	15.00 hours

Course

Refreshment stations
There will be a water station along the course. Toilet and first-aid facilities will also be available.

Distance	Water	Bananas
5 K
Finish

Finish

Participants will finish at the Olympic Stadium in front of the grandstand. At the finish you will receive your medal. Water is also available here. After crossing the finish line, please try to keep moving. Outside the Olympic Stadium you will receive a banana and water.

Medal
After the finish, you will receive a medal as a unique and lasting souvenir! To make yours even more special, you can personalise it with your name and finish time. You will find the stand in Sporthallen Zuid. If you ordered an engraved medal when you registered, there will be a medal symbol on your bib number.