Event info
The HiPRO Utrecht Marathon is the running event of the year in Utrecht. Thousands of runners and enthusiastic spectators make it a fantastic day in beautiful Utrecht. Utrecht Science Park is the home base for the event. Spread across many beautiful sections, all participants strive for a great performance and a beautiful medal.
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- Fantastic course
- Dazzling medal
- Thé running party of the Domstad
Timetable HIPRO UTRECHT MARATHON
Programme for Saturday, 30 May
| Time | Activity | Location |
| 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Collection of race numbers and shirts (if ordered) | Car park P6 – Padualaan |
Programme for Sunday, 31 May
| Time | Activity | Location |
| 07:00 – 16:00 | Collection of race numbers and shirts (if ordered) | Car park P6 – Padualaan |
| 08:30 hr | Start 10 KM / Business Run 10 KM / Utrecht Student Cup | Cambridgelaan |
| 09:00 hr | Start HiPRO Half Marathon / NK Half Marathon / Business Run Half Marathon | Cambridgelaan |
| 10:30 a.m. | Start of the Utrecht Science Park Marathon | Cambridgelaan |
| 11:00 a.m. | Start of the Utrecht Science Park Mini Marathon | Cambridgelaan |
Start times for waves
| Starttijd | Activiteit | Locatie |
| 07:00 – 16:00 | Collection of race numbers and shirts (if ordered) | Car park P6 – Padualaan |
| Startvak geopend vanaf 08:00 | ||
| 08:30 – 08:34 uur | Startwave 1 | Cambridgelaan |
| 08:34 – 08:38 uur | Startwave 2 | Cambridgelaan |
| Starttijd | Activiteit | Locatie |
| 07:00 – 16:00 | Collection of race numbers and shirts (if ordered) | Car park P6 – Padualaan |
| Startvak geopend vanaf 08:40 | ||
| 09:00 – 09:04 uur | Startwave 1 | Cambridgelaan |
| 09:05 – 09:14 uur | Startwave 2 | Cambridgelaan |
| 09:15 – 09:29 uur | Startwave 3 | Cambridgelaan |
| 09:30 – 09:44 uur | Startwave 4 | Cambridgelaan |
| 09:45 – 09:59 uur | Startwave 5 | Cambridgelaan |
| Starttijd | Activiteit | Locatie |
| 07:00 – 16:00 | Collection of race numbers and shirts (if ordered) | Car park P6 – Padualaan |
| Startvak geopend vanaf 10:10 | ||
| 10:30 – 10:34 uur | Startwave 1 | Cambridgelaan |
| 10:35 – 10:45 uur | Startwave 2 | Cambridgelaan |
Bib numbers
Until 19 April 2026, you can choose to have your race number sent to your home for €3.50 (Dutch addresses only). If you choose to collect your race number, you can do so on Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 May at the event site.
Courses HiPRO Utrecht Marathon
The HiPRO Utrecht Marathon on 31 May 2026 offers a beautiful route through the heart of Utrecht. Every year, this running event attracts not only thousands of enthusiastic participants, but also a large crowd of spectators who cheer you on along the route. The start and finish are at Utrecht Science Park.
refreshment points en route and after the finish
There are several aid stations along the route. Check the route maps above to see where the stations are located. The overview shows the kilometre points where the aid stations are located.
You will receive water at every station, and at several stations there are sponges and Amacx energy drinks. Bij de Utrecht Science Park Marathon is op kilometerpunten 23 en 28 een verzorgingspost met Amacx Drink Gels.
Keep the packaging of gels and similar items with you and do not throw them away on the street. Dispose of packaging and empty cups in the designated bins, which can be found at the aid stations and after the finish. Together we can keep the city clean!
Participants in the Utrecht Science Park Marathon, HiPRO Half Marathon, GenDx 10 KM, Zorg van de Zaak Business Runs and Utregse Studentenbokaal will receive water, Powerade recovery drink and a HiPRO Protein Bar after the finish.
Event map
The event site for the HiPRO Utrecht Marathon is located at Utrecht Science Park. The start is on Cambridgelaan and the finish is on Sorbonnelaan. The Utrecht Science Park Mini Marathon is an exception. Participants in this distance start and finish on Cambridgelaan.
Race numbers can be collected and the helpdesk is located in car park P6 near Padualaan. This part of the event site is highlighted again at the top left.
After crossing the finish line, participants will arrive at this area via the exit zone.
Toilets can be found both at the start and at P6.
Frequently asked questions
Can I cancel my registration?
You can only cancel if you are registered for the Utrecht Science Park Marathon (42.195 km) and you have purchased a cancellation policy. For more information, please see the terms and conditions. Cancellation requests must be submitted via the contact form no later than 12 April 2026.
If a participant in the “HiPRO Half Marathon” ’10 KM’ or “Utrecht Science Park Mini Marathon” is unable to participate in the event, the registration fee paid will not be refunded. If you have registered for the full marathon and have not taken out cancellation insurance, the registration fee paid will not be refunded.
I have not received a confirmation email, what to do?
After you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email. So make sure that your email address has been entered correctly. Also check your spam box if you have not received the email within 30 minutes. If it is not there either, please contact us.
Can I change my registration?
You can change your registration via your dashboard. You can change compaetitions there, add products and adjust data.
Are there changing facilities and bag storage?
The changing facilities and bag storage are located in the Cambridgelaan car park (Cambridgelaan 106). You must indicate on the registration form in advance if you wish to use the bag storage facility. The cost of bag storage is €3.50. You can purchase this service via the registration system until Sunday 19 April. Changing facilities are accessible free of charge.
What are the minimum ages to participate?
For age limits, the age on the day of the event applies.
- Utrecht Science Park Marathon: 18 years
- HiPRO Half Marathon: 18 years
- 10 KM: 14 years
- Utrecht Science Park Mini Marathon: 4 – 12 years
Will I get a medal?
Na het passeren van de finishlijn ontvang je een medaille als aandenken aan het evenement. Bovendien kun je de medaille laten graveren met je naam en finishtijd.
Can I have my medal engraved?
All participants on Sunday can have their medals engraved immediately after the race. On the registration form, you can tick “medal engraving” for €15 and €5 for the Kids Run. Medal engraving can be purchased as a product until 16 April.
Will there be pacers?
The Dutch Pacing Team consists of experienced runners who set the pace for the full and half marathons. The pacers also wear bib numbers with the desired finishing time visible on them. You can join a pacer of your choice.
Click here for more information about the Dutch Pacing Team.
The target times for the pacers can be found on this page.
Disclaimer: It is possible that pacers drop out at the very last minute due to, for example, an acute injury. If this is the case, we will do everything we can to find replacements (which is sometimes no longer possible at short notice).
Can I take my backpack or camel bag into the start box?
We advise you to come to the start in running clothes. It is not permitted to take bags/backpacks into the start box (with the exception of camel bags) or to leave them unattended around the event site or course. Anything left unattended will be removed and discarded for safety reasons.
Starting box for fast runners:
Elite runners are invited.
Women have different times. We request that they email proof of time to info@utrechtmarathon.com before 30 March.
Tijden voor snelle startvakken voor mannen:
Utrecht Science Park Marathon:
Starting block AA – subtop – Under 02:25 hours
Starting block A – Under 02:30 hours
HiPRO Half Marathon:
Starting block AA – subtop – Under 01:12 hours
10 KM
Starting block A – Under 39 minutes.
Click here for all information about receiving your race number.
You are urgently requested to complete the medical passport on the back of the bib number for your own safety. You must wear your bib number on your chest. The bib number is personal and non-transferable. In the event of an emergency, your bib number serves as a medical passport.
Can I transfer my starting permit?
We offer all individually registered participants the opportunity to transfer their starting ticket (including any additional purchased products) to someone else. The administration costs for the transfer are €3,-. You can transfer your race number to someone else by logging in to your dashboard and the steps to follow.
Are you transferring your race number on or after 19 April? Then you are responsible for physically transferring the race number.
Which starting box should I start in?
Starting waves and starting blocks are used for the different distances. The allocation of starting waves and starting blocks is determined based on your expected finish time as stated on the registration form. You will receive the allocation of your starting wave and starting block by email before the event.
In connection with the production of the start numbers, it is possible to enter your expected finish time until 19 April. After this, all participants are automatically assigned to the last start wave. Please note: changing your starting wave is no longer possible. You may always start in a later start wave.
What are the time limits for the Utrecht Marathon?
- Utrecht Science Park Marathon: 5 hours and 30 minutes
- HiPRO Half Marathon: 2 hours and 30 minutes
- 10 KM: 1 hour and 20 minutes
- Utrecht Science Park Mini Marathon: 20 minutes
Participants who cross the finish line after the deadline will not be included in the race results and will not receive a medal.
Is there time registration?
There is an electronic chip (Tag) and a plastic spacer on the back of your starting number (Bib). BibTag makes registering your times very easy, all you have to do is wear your starting number correctly.
Information to ensure good time registration:
- Wear your starting number visibly on your chest. Do not cover the bib number with a jacket or with your hands while passing the mats at the start and finish line. These mats receive the signal from your BibTag (also pay attention to pressing your own stopwatch on the start and finish line).
- Do not fold or wrinkle the bib number. Certainly not where the Tag is.
- Use four pins on the corners of the starting number, do not pierce the Tag.
- Do not remove the plastic spacer.
The Tags do not have to be taken back after the race, you can keep the bib number (with Tag) as a souvenir or throw it away with the normal waste (plastic).
What is the official result?
The official result is based on the gross time, which starts when the starting shot is fired and stops when the runner crosses the finish line.
The results also show your net time, which is your personal finish time. The net time is the time that starts when you cross the start line and stops when you cross the finish line.
Where are the toilets located?
Toilets are located at the start, along the route and at the finish line.
In order to participate in the HiPRO Utrecht Marathon in a responsible manner, good preparation is essential. In addition, it is important that you listen carefully to your body during and after your running performance. Read all the advice on this page to help you enjoy the HiPRO Utrecht Marathon well prepared.
What care will I receive during the race and after the finish?
We will soon share the care provided during the race and after the finish.
Keep the packaging of gels and similar items with you and do not throw them away on the street. Dispose of packaging and empty cups in the designated bins, which can be found at the aid stations and after the finish. Together we can keep the city clean.
View the competition rules for the HiPRO Utrecht Marathon 2026 here.