Ørestad Halv Marathon - Verdens hurtigeste rute

Race description

Ørestad Half Marathon is a new, professional half marathon. The race will take place for the first time on Sunday, October 19, 2025, with the start and finish at the Nature Center Amager on Kalvebod Fælled in Copenhagen. It will be a unique autumn race with easy access via the metro, a flat and fast route that aspires to be the fastest in the world, and an experience in both nature and the city. The flattest and fastest route in the world The route has been documented to be faster than the Copenhagen Half Marathon, both in calm and windy conditions. The long, straight stretches and few sharp turns provide an optimal rhythm and significantly faster times. Comparisons also show that even with moderate headwinds on the Fælled, runners regain more time on the long, open stretches with tailwinds. Long, straight stretches Ørestad Half Marathon has only 6 turns >30 degrees compared to the Copenhagen Half Marathon’s 17. Runners have the opportunity for rhythm and flow all the way. Flat and fast The total elevation gain is only 7 meters (Google Maps) compared to the Copenhagen Half Marathon’s 34 meters. Likely the fastest route in the world. 100% asphalt Clean running paths without manhole covers and tracks. Completely free of speed bumps. Wind speeds over 8 m/s are still faster than the Copenhagen Half Marathon. World-class timing The elite field runs with chips, and their official times are determined after the gun start. The chip is also used to provide all other runners with their personal net time from start to finish line. Approved route The route will be DAF/AIMS certified. Thus, it is measured and approved as an exact 21.0975 km half marathon route. World-class route Maidenhead (UK) and St. Michaels (USA) are the only known half marathon races in the world that have equally flat and fast routes.