Welcome to Løberen Havneløbet 2025
Practical information
Date & Time: August 14, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Distance: 5 kilometers (10K is sold out)
Price: 210 dkr.
Place: The Churchill Park at Kastellet (The Citadel).
View on a map here
Running, icecream and fun
Update 30 July: 10K is now sold out. You can still register for 5K
On Thursday, August 14, we’re hosting the classic and super popular Løberen Havneløbet, where you can look forward to a wonderful summer evening with either a 5K or 10K run in beautiful surroundings.
And when you cross the finish line, a delicious ice cream will be waiting for you to enjoy by the Gefion Fountain or on the grass in front of Kastellet.
The ice cream is provided by Kødbyens Is and tastes of sweet summer strawberries with a hint of freshly squeezed lemon. It is hand-dipped in dark 60% chocolate and is both vegan and lactose-free.
Schedule:
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17:00: Bib pick-up and bag drop open
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18:30: 5K starts
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19:00: 10K starts
Race Bib Pickup
You can pick up your race bib at Løberen’s store in Copenhagen (Nørre Farimagsgade 65) from Saturday, August 9 to Wednesday, August 13. And it’s a great idea. By showing your race bib, you’ll get 20% off all Nike products in the store — but only from August 9 to 13.
You can also pick up your race bib on race day, Thursday, August 14. Bib pickup will take place from 5:00 PM at the info tent in the start area by Gefion Fountain / Churchill Park, Copenhagen K.
Note: Please arrive at least one hour before your start time to allow plenty of time to queue for your bib, get changed, and warm up.
Bring your friends, family, or partner along. We can’t wait to see you for a cozy summer evening of running at Kastellet.
What’s included
When you sign up for the race, you’ll get:
- A certified and officially measured route
- Race bib
- Water and energy drink at the start and finish area
- A delicious ice cream at the finish line
- Gift certificates from Løberen for Top-3 Male/Female at 5k and 10k.
- Timing including split times every 5 km
- Live tracking in the app
- Digital finisher’s certificate
What the participants have to say
Christopher Pettersson
“I ran the Havneløbet last year with my brother-in-law. Now it’s become a tradition, so we’re doing it again. It’s also a great chance for me to work on my pace for the Copenhagen Half Marathon — in a real race setting.
It’s good training with all the twists and turns in Havneløbet. If I can handle that, I can handle the half marathon too.”
– Christopher Pettersson, 31, Valby
Lillian Rasch Madsen
“It’s a really nice and scenic route, clearly marked all the way. I love the downhill stretch by the fountain near the finish line — that’s just awesome. And it’s a very spectator-friendly race.
The timing is also perfect. It’s a great way to ease back into running after the summer and, for example, test your fitness before the DHL Relay.”
– Lillian Rasch Madsen, 56, Nørrebro
Peter Malinowsky
“This is my first time running the Havneløbet. I used it as a 10 km test ahead of the Copenhagen Half Marathon. It’s honestly a great, flat route that takes you past a lot of interesting places.
It was also super easy to get to the race, and bib pick-up before the start went perfectly.”
– Peter Malinowsky, 56 år, Buddinge
See the course
Look forward to a route with the harbour on one side – and centuries of Danish history with the Citadel, the Gefion Fountain, and The Little Mermaid on the other.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Here you can find answers to questions regarding Løberen Havneløbet.
If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, feel free to contact us at [email protected].
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See the participant list for Løberen Havneløbet 2025 here.
You can also view last year’s participants and results.
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You have two options for picking up your race bib:
1. Bib pickup at the store Løberen
This year, for the first time, you can pick up your race bib at Løberen’s store in Copenhagen from Saturday, August 9 to Wednesday, August 13. And it’s definitely worth considering. Not only will you skip the queue on race day, but Løberen also has a range of exclusive in-store offers for race participants.You’ll find Løberen here:
Nørre Farimagsgade 65
1364 København KOpening hours:
Saturday: 10:00 – 16:00
Monday-wednesday: 10:00 – 18:002. Bib pick up on race day
You can also pick up your race bib on race day. Bib pickup will take place from the info tent in the start area starting at 5:00 PM on race day. The start area is located by The Gefion Fountain / Churchill Park, Copenhagen K.
Please arrive at least one hour before your race starts, as we expect queues. There are many bibs to hand out. -
Your bib number must be visibly placed on your clothing while running.
The timing chip is embedded in your bib, so please make sure not to bend it. Also, avoid placing your arm in front of the bib when crossing the start or finish line (for example, when starting or stopping your sports watch).
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We’ll send off the two distances at different times.
The 5 km starts at 18:30, and the 10 km runners will start at 19:00.
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There will be a refreshment zones with water and energy drink in the start and finish area.
Since the route is 5 kilometers long, participants running the 10-kilometer distance can use the finish line station as a midway hydration point.
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There will be a baggage tent in the start and finish area where you can store your bag during the race. The baggage storage opens at 5:00 PM.
Remember to clearly label your bag with your bib number. Storage is at your own risk.
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Even though there’s plenty to look at along the beautiful route, it might pay off to put your foot down and keep your eyes on the finish line.
That’s because there are great gift cards from Løberen for the first, second, and third place finishers in both the men’s and women’s categories in the 5K and 10K.
The gift cards are:
1st M/F: DKK 500
2nd M/F: DKK 300
3rd M/F: DKK 200The gift cards can be used in Løberens stores and on their website. They cannot be exchanged or redeemed for cash.
In addition, we’ll be raffling off 4 race bibs for the Copenhagen Half Marathon 2025 among all participants. Winners will be contacted by email after the race.
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Once Løberen Havneløbet 2025 is over, you’ll be able to find your result on the list right here.
