The organization of the NN Marathon Rotterdam today announced a new registration procedure for the marathon distance of the 45th edition, which will take place on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Due to the high demand for the marathon distance, the NN Marathon Rotterdam is introducing a pre-registration this year.
The NN Marathon Rotterdam has long been one of the most popular marathons in the Netherlands, thanks to its fast course, enthusiastic crowd, and unique atmosphere. The 44th edition sold out in just 2.5 hours. Because of the continuing high demand for starting spots, the organization will work with a pre-registration system for the 2026 edition of the marathon distance. This system gives every interested runner an equal chance to obtain a bib number, without the speed of registration being decisive.
Runners can sign up for pre-registration from September 9 until September 22, 12:00 noon. After September 22, the available bib numbers will be randomly allocated among all pre-registrations, and the lucky ones will be able to register for the marathon distance. The organization is collaborating with the Municipality of Rotterdam to increase the number of race entries.
For Super Marathon Masters, participants in the Dutch Marathon Championships, and participants in the Business Runs, registration will open on September 23 via their own competitions in the usual way.
More information about this new registration method can be found at www.nnmarathonrotterdam.nl.
The 45th edition once again promises to be an unforgettable experience for both first-timers and seasoned marathon runners. In addition to the marathon distance, which will also host the national championship, the marathon weekend on April 11 and 12, 2026 will feature various events for young and old. The regular registration procedure for these events will start later this fall.
Your race makes the difference!
The NN Marathon Rotterdam once again supports the Dutch Cancer Foundation (KWF) this year. Together we stand against cancer. And for life. So that everyone can live life to the fullest. Do you also want to make a difference? From the end of September, you can create an action page via rentegenkanker.nl and start raising money for the Dutch Cancer Foundation (KWF). Do you want a free bib number? Then raise at least €750 in sponsorship money to secure one of the available bib numbers.
