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Odense City Half
Odense, Denmark
May 30, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km2.5 km
City RunPublic Park+1
DKCity Runs & Local Calendar
Runs in Odense
12 verified events (10 confirmed dates) and 29 races in Odense with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events1210 confirmed dates
Competitions29Races & 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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HCA Marathon in Odense
Odense, Denmark
September 26, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km4.2 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+3
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Women's Race, Odense
Odense, Denmark
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km
Charity RunPublic Park
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3 Toppe løbet
Odense, Denmark
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km8.5 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+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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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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The Royal Copenhagen City Half
København N, Denmark
April 11, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunCulture & History+1
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Salomon Hammer Trail
Sandvig, Denmark
May 1, 2027Date confirmed
79 km52 km33 km25 km
IslandNature & Off-Road+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 30, 2027 | Odense City Half | Odense, Region of Southern Denmark, DK | Road Running | 21.1 km2.5 km |
| 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 |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 26, 2027 | HCA Marathon in Odense | Odense, Region of Southern Denmark, DK | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km4.2 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Women's Race, Odense | Odense, Region of Southern Denmark, DK | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | 3 Toppe løbet | Odense, Region of Southern Denmark, DK | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 21.1 km8.5 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2027 | Salomon Hammer Trail Winter | Sandvig, DK | Trail Running | 84 km63 km42 km21 km |
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 |
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 |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The host city of Odense (South Denmark, Odense Kommune, Denmark) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 12 public events and 29 individual races, including 10 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Sandvig, Liseleje, and København N. Notable events in the selection include Odense City Half, HCA Marathon in Odense, and Women's Race, Odense.
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 Odense 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 Odense?
RunningCompass currently lists 12 verified events with 29 individual races in Odense. A total of 10 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Odense City Half, HCA Marathon in Odense, and Women's Race, Odense.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Odense?
Events in Odense focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 1.6 km entry-level races up to 84 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Sandvig, Liseleje, and København N.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Odense?
The most selective courses in Odense 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 Odense?
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.