Hans Christian Andersen Marathon
Odense, Denmark · Saturday 29 May 2027
The Hans Christian Andersen Marathon, held annually in Odense, Denmark, is a prestigious event that honors the city's most famous son, the renowned writer and poet Hans Christian Andersen. Established in 2000, the marathon features a flat and traffic-free course, making it one of the fastest marathons in the world. In 2019, it was recognized as the world's fastest marathon, with runners averaging a finish time of just 3:51:22.
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Adjusted Time
3:59:22
Time difference: -0.6 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Course Details
Elevation Gain54m
Elevation High16m
Elevation Low2m
Weather Forecast
High26°C
Low11°C
Chance of Rain39%
How hard is Hans Christian Andersen Marathon?
Moderateharder than 36% of marathons
Flattest / easiestHardest
On our difficulty model, Hans Christian Andersen Marathon plays about 4 minutes slower than an average road marathon for a 3:30 runner. It ranks #734 hardest of 1151 marathons we analyse, and #4 of 4 in Denmark. Use the calculator above to see the exact adjusted time for your own goal pace.
What will you run at Hans Christian Andersen Marathon?
Estimated finish times on this course versus the same effort on an average road marathon, based on its elevation, surface, and expected race-day temperature.
| Average-course time | On Hans Christian Andersen Marathon | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00:00 | 2:58:16 | −01:44 |
| 3:30:00 | 3:28:49 | −01:11 |
| 4:00:00 | 3:59:22 | −00:38 |
| 4:30:00 | 4:29:56 | −00:04 |
| 5:00:00 | 5:00:30 | +00:30 |
| 5:30:00 | 5:31:04 | +01:04 |
| 6:00:00 | 6:01:39 | +01:39 |
Use the calculator above for your exact goal time. Want a prediction from your own training? Try the marathon time predictor.
Hans Christian Andersen Marathon 2027 Course Analysis
Hans Christian Andersen Marathon is a full marathon held in Odense, Denmark. It is scheduled for Saturday 29 May 2027. The course is run on road surface with 54m of total climbing, with its high point near 16m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Hans Christian Andersen Marathon website.
Elevation Profile
This is a very flat course, with only 54m of total climbing and little change in altitude throughout. Flat profiles let you hold an even pace from start to finish, which makes this a fast, PB-friendly race.
Expected Race Day Weather
Based on historical weather data for May, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 11°C and 26°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance on race day. There is a moderate chance of rain (39%). Runners may want to prepare for wet conditions but shouldn't expect persistent rainfall.
Surface Type: Road
Hans Christian Andersen Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for racing. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for a personal best.
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