If you have questions about the Berlin Marathon, you’re in the right place. This is going to have everything you’ll need to have the best day running 26.2 miles possible!
Running one of the World Marathon Majors is an experience of a lifetime. But it can also be very stressful, especially if you’re traveling to somewhere you’ve never been before.
Take a deep breath, because we’re going to break down what you need to know about training, travel, and race day to make it feel less stressful.
Between the expo, race day logistics, and navigating the city, we’ve done the research and talked to runners who have run the Berlin Marathon before to put together this race guide.
Berlin Marathon Tips
This year’s event is going to be a week earlier than normal, taking place on Sunday, September 21, 2025 with the first wave of runners starting at 9:15 am.
Let’s dive into some important tips about what to expect during race weekend.
These tips are what we always share with runners, but they’re especially important if you’re traveling as a racecation:
- Avoid spending too much time on your feet before the race. Berlin is a very walkable city, and you can hit 30k steps very quickly!
- Have your pre-race dinner and morning of meal with you or planned…
