SuperHalfs Copenhagen Half Marathon - Spinal Research

SuperHalfs Copenhagen Half Marathon

The race for breaking limits

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Join #TeamSpinal for a run you won’t forget through the heart of Denmark’s historic capital. The SuperHalfs Copenhagen Half Marathon is one of Europe’s most sought-after races, attracting runners from around the world.

Established in 2015 and part of the prestigious SuperHalfs Series, this world record course is known for its flat, wide and traffic-free route. It’s ideal for runners of all levels, whether you’re chasing a personal best or taking on your first half marathon.

You’ll run past some of Copenhagen’s most iconic landmarks, including Christiansborg Palace and the Black Diamond, with incredible crowd support lining the route from start to finish.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of this unforgettable experience – join us and make a difference!

Date
TBC September 2027
Distance
13.1 Miles
Reg Fee
£29.00
First Fundraising Checkpoint
£340.00 (due May 2027)
Overall Fundraising Minimum
£450.00 (due October 2027)

How to sign up:

We’d love you to join #TeamSpinal! We are partnered with the official SuperHalfs programme and realbuzz for this event. Click on the button below to sign up for the event.

Got a ballot place?

If you are lucky enough to secure a ballot place we’d love you to join #TeamSpinal. You will receive all the perks of being part of the team and all we ask is that you raise as much as you can. All sponsorship will help us develop treatments to restore feeling and mobility for people paralysed as a result of a spinal cord injury. Email the Events Team today or click below to get started.8

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What can you expect from us:

Everyone in our team will receive a full support package including:

Not to mention heaps of encouragement, help and advice!

We are pleased to be supported by GH Training, a service designed to help you train for the marathon. Run by personal trainer Graeme Hilditch (author of our training guides and previous Spinal Research runner!)

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FAQs:

What is the SuperHalfs Series?

Six races. Six countries. One SuperMedal.

Complete all six races in the SuperHalfs series (Lisbon, Prague, Berlin, Copenhagen, Cardiff and Valencia) in any order and become a SuperRunner, complete with your very own SuperMedal.

Full details can be found in the SuperHalfs FAQs here.

Can I complete all the races with Spinal Research?

Yes!

We’re partnered with realbuzz for all six events in the SuperHalfs series, and you can choose to complete any or all of them with us through their portal.

See all available events here.

 

Who are realbuzz?

Our partner realbuzz are a third-party organisation who connect runners with charities to support, and are a fantastic way to guarantee a place on high-demand races connected with a good cause. More information on our partnership can be found here.

Is there a minimum age for taking part in the SuperHalfs Copenhagen Half Marathon?

Yes, all participants in the SuperHalfs Copenhagen Half Marathon must be aged 16 or older on Event Day – you will be asked to confirm your age when you enter the event.

 

What is the registration fee and how much do I have to fundraise?

The registration fee for the SuperHalfs Copenhagen Half Marathon is £29.00 and we ask all our charity place fundraisers to raise a minimum of £450.00.

Please note there is a first fundraising checkpoint of £340.00 which is due in May 2027. The remainder of your fundraising minimum is due 4 weeks after the event.

Will I get a fundraising top to wear on the day?

Absolutely, we love to send our team a technical top to wear during the run.

These are usually sent out after your first fundraising checkpoint.

How will I get my race pack?

You can pick up your race pack at the Copenhagen Marathon Expo.

Can I take part in a wheelchair?

As per the Copenhagen Half Marathon’s FAQs:

“Anyone who is at least 16 years old, healthy and able to complete the entire distance on their own can participate. It is not possible to participate if you are under the age of 16 on the race day of the the Copenhagen Half Marathon due to the distance.

Blind or disabled runners are very welcome to participate and are allowed to bring a guide. The guide does not need to register, but if the guide wants a registered time, T-shirt, medal, etc. on equal footing with the other participants, it is necessary for the guide to register as well.

Bringing special equipment, including jogging strollers, is only allowed after prior agreement with the organizers. Anyone running with a trolley must show the greatest possible consideration and respect the instructions of the officials at all times, including any instructions regarding positioning in the field

Visually impaired athletes or runners with other disabilities where a guide is needed are very welcome to participate.

If the guide wish to have their time registered, race T-shirt, medal i.e. it’s necessary that the guide also register. If the guide only wants to run and help their runner please reach out to us at sparta@sparta.dk”

You can read more here.

I have my own place on the SuperHalfs Copenhagen Half Marathon and would like to fundraise for Spinal Research. Can I do this and will I have a fundraising target?

Congratulations on securing your own place on the SuperHalfs Copenhagen Half Marathon – we would love to have you join #TeamSpinal! Please select ‘I Have My Own Place’ above.

Please only fill out this form if you have your own place with the SuperHalfs Copenhagen Half Marathon.

As an own place runner, you won’t have a fundraising target. We just ask that you raise as much as possible so you can to help us fund essential research.

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Have another question?

If you have any other questions or need support. Please contact us through the button below.

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