Hans Christian Andersen Marathon

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Odense, Region of Southern Denmark, Denmark
28 Sep, 2025 (Sun)
Event size: 1000 - 4999 participants

About the event

The HCA Marathon is an endurance event in Odense that offers a festive atmosphere for runners and spectators. Participants can choose from several race options, including a marathon, half marathon, a shorter run, and a MiniMarathon for children. The event features a traffic-free route through the city center and emphasizes community, inclusivity, and the joy of running. It is designed for both beginners and experienced runners, aiming to provide a memorable experience for all ages in Hans Christian Andersen’s city.

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Results 2021: Hans Christian Andersen Marathon

28 Sep, 2021 (Tue)

Marathon Martin Egebjerg Olesen claimed victory by finishing the race in 02:22:53. He bested Jesper Faurschou who crossed the finish line 39 seconds behind him. The third place went to Kasper Laumann Hartlev with a time of 02:27:32 In the women’s race, Lene Broberg took top honors by finishing the race in 02:55:59 . She bested Pia Englyst who crossed the finish line one minute 51 seconds behind her. Regina Aagaard got the third place in 02:58:32. Top 5 Men 1 Martin Egebjerg Olesen 02:22:53 2 Jesper Faurschou 02:23:32 3 Kasper Laumann Hartlev 02:27:32 4 Gustav Krøll 02:29:57 5 Jesper Andkjær Larsen 02:31:05 Top 5 Women 1 Lene Broberg 02:55:59 2 Pia Englyst 02:57:50 3 Regina Aagaard 02:58:32 4 Helle Blak Petersen 03:01:18 5 Fran Owen 03:02:06 Complete results Half Marathon Martin Egebjerg Olesen outran roughly 1618 runners to win with a time of 02:22:53. He finished 39 seconds ahead of Jesper Faurschou. Kasper Laumann Hartlev got the third place in 02:27:32. In the women’s race, Lene Broberg scored victory with a time of 02:55:59 . She bested Pia Englyst who crossed the finish line one minute 51 seconds behind her. Finishing third was Regina Aagaard (02:58:32). Top 5 Men 1 Martin Egebjerg Olesen 02:22:53 2 Jesper Faurschou 02:23:32 3 Kasper Laumann Hartlev 02:27:32 4 Gustav Krøll 02:29:57 5 Jesper Andkjær Larsen 02:31:05 Top 5 Women 1 Lene Broberg 02:55:59 2 Pia Englyst 02:57:50 3 Regina Aagaard 02:58:32 4 Helle Blak Petersen 03:01:18 5 Fran Owen 03:02:06 Complete results Run the Last 10 Complete results
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Results 2017: Hans Christian Andersen Marathon

02 Oct, 2017 (Mon)

Credit : Eventyret Fyn – VisitFyn Paul Waweru Chege claimed victory with a time of 02:14:37. Coming in second was William Nyarondia Morwabe (02:15:59). Firew Bazie Tsega got the third place in 02:18:56. In the women’s race, it was Louise Langelund Batting who took the top spot in 02:38:50 . She bested Maeregu Shegae who crossed the finish line 3 minutes 57 seconds behind her. While Behafeta Hadies Abreha came in third at 02:43:10 Top 5 Men Top 5 Women Complete results §staticmap(1369,5,800,200)
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Results 2016: Hans Christian Andersen Marathon

04 Oct, 2016 (Tue)

Credit : Eventyret Fyn – VisitFyn Each year, the city of Odense in Denmark hosts a marathon to celebrate one of its best known citizens : Hans Christian Andersen, author of the famous fairy tales. Hans Christian Andersen Marathon Fikadu Kebebe Debele grinded past more than 1295 runners to win in 02:15:20. He bested William Morwabe who crossed the finish line 41 seconds behind him. Getu Nigussie Demie got the third place in 02:16:12. For the women, Roza Dereje Bekele won the race with a time of 02:31:15 . She finished 4 minutes 12 seconds ahead of Bekelu Beji Geletu. Rounding out the top three was Jedidah Karungu with a time of 02:36:42. Top 5 Men Top 5 Women Complete results Hans Christian Andersen Half Marathon for Women For the women, Boneshi Tamene won the race with a time of 01:14:26 . She bested Alemi Degefa who crossed the finish line 4 seconds behind her. The third place went to Louise Langelund batting with a time of 01:14:50 Top 5 Women Complete results Hans Christian Andersen Half Marathon for Men Steffen Massaro grinded past more than 1241 runners to win in 01:09:00. Coming in second was Dennis Pedersen (01:12:58). Frank Barrit got the third place in 01:13:04. Top 5 Men Complete results
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