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Hegnet Half
Liseleje, Denmark
March 6, 2027 to March 7, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km1.7 km
Seaside & CoastPublic Park+2
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Running Calendar Races in Capital Region: Races, Trails & Competitions
12 verified events (11 confirmed dates) and 26 races in Races in Capital Region with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events1211 confirmed dates
Competitions26Races & courses
Distances1.6 - 84 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,770 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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The Royal Copenhagen City Half
København N, Denmark
April 11, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunCulture & History+1
Photo: Christoph Strässler · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Strandparkløbet Amager
København S, Denmark
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km
City RunIsland+3
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Salomon Hammer Trail Winter
Sandvig, Denmark
January 30, 2027Date confirmed
84 km63 km42 km21 km
IslandNature & Off-Road+4
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Salomon Hammer Trail
Sandvig, Denmark
May 1, 2027Date confirmed
79 km52 km33 km25 km
IslandNature & Off-Road+4
Photo: Ximonic , Simo Räsänen · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Lillebælt Half Marathon
Middelfart, Denmark
May 8, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunFestive
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Copenhagen Marathon
Copenhagen, Denmark
May 9, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunCulture & History+6
Photo: Christoph Strässler · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Royal Run Copenhagen
Copenhagen, Denmark
May 17, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km1.6 km
FestiveCity Run+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 6, 2027 - Mar 7, 2027 | Hegnet Half | Liseleje, Capital Region of Denmark, DK | Trail Running | 21.1 km1.7 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2027 | The Royal Copenhagen City Half | København N, Capital Region of Denmark, DK | Road Running | 21.1 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Strandparkløbet Amager | København S, Capital Region of Denmark, DK | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2027 | Salomon Hammer Trail Winter | Sandvig, DK | Trail Running | 84 km63 km42 km21 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2027 | Salomon Hammer Trail | Sandvig, DK | Trail Running | 79 km52 km33 km25 km |
| May 8, 2027 | Lillebælt Half Marathon | Middelfart, Syddanmark, DK | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| May 9, 2027 | Copenhagen Marathon | Copenhagen, DK | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| May 17, 2027 | Royal Run Copenhagen | Copenhagen, DK | Road Running | 10 km5 km1.6 km |
| May 30, 2027 | Odense City Half | Odense, Region of Southern Denmark, DK | Road Running | 21.1 km2.5 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 19, 2027 | Fynske Bank The 3 Bridges | Rudkøbing, Region of Southern Denmark, DK | Road Running | 21.1 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 2027 | Ørestad Half Marathon | Copenhagen, DK | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km1.61 km |
| Sep 19, 2027 | Copenhagen Half Marathon | Copenhagen, Hovedstaden, DK | Road Running | 21.1 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Races in Capital Region (Denmark, Capital Region) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 26 individual races, including 11 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running and Trail Running. Key host locations include Liseleje, København N, København S, and Sandvig. Notable events in the selection include Hegnet Half, The Royal Copenhagen City Half, and Strandparkløbet Amager.
Race distances span from 1.6 km to 84 km, reaching up to +3,770 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Races in Capital Region includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Races in Capital Region?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 26 individual races in Races in Capital Region. A total of 11 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Hegnet Half, The Royal Copenhagen City Half, and Strandparkløbet Amager.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Races in Capital Region?
Events in Races in Capital Region focus on Road Running and Trail Running. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 84 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Liseleje, København N, København S, and Sandvig.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Races in Capital Region?
The most selective courses in Races in Capital Region climb up to +3,770 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Races in Capital Region?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.