Platinum
Berlin Marathon
Berlin · Sep 27, 2026
The birthplace of world records. Kipchoge's 2h01:09 and Assefa's 2h11:53 history-making performances happened here. Perfect autumn weather combined with the world's flattest marathon course makes it the most PB-friendly Major. Every elite runner's dream stage.
Date
Sep 27, 2026
Difficulty
Moderate
Elevation
~64m elevation gain, nearly flat
Field Size
48,000 runners
Course
Through Berlin city center, finishing at Brandenburg Gate, virtually zero gradient throughout
Tips
- •Lottery opens late September; Fast Runner program allows direct registration by proven pace
- •Exceptionally flat course — strongly recommended for runners with PB goals
- •Pre-race: East Side Gallery, Hackescher Markt, Museum Island
- •Stay in Mitte or Prenzlauer Berg district — excellent transport access
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