Berlin Marathon
Berlin, Germany
The world's fastest marathon course. Berlin's flat, open roads through the historic city centre have produced more marathon world records than any other course, making it the top choice for runners chasing a personal best.
Race profile
Date
Last Sunday in September
Course type
Loop
Elevation
Very flat
Established
1974
Typical race-day weather
Cool to mild — often near-ideal racing conditions
Warm conditions can significantly affect marathon performance. Use the Heat Adjusted Pace calculator to adjust your target pace on warmer race days.
How to enter
Ballot entry
Entry by public ballot
Pace planning for Berlin Marathon
Tools to help you race smart
Race Time Predictor
Estimate your marathon finish time
Pace Calculator
Convert pace, speed, distance and time
Pace Band Generator
Print a split-by-split pace band
Negative Split Calculator
Plan a faster second half
GAP Calculator
Adjust effort for hills
Heat Adjusted Pace
Correct target pace for warm conditions
Berlin Marathon — common questions
Is the Berlin Marathon a fast course?
The Berlin Marathon is very flat — it is a loop course. Typical race-day temperatures range from 10°C to 20°C. Cool to mild — often near-ideal racing conditions.
When is the Berlin Marathon?
The Berlin Marathon is typically held in September. The usual date is the Last Sunday in September.
How do I enter the Berlin Marathon?
Entry by public ballot
How do I pace myself at the Berlin Marathon?
Use the RunReps Race Time Predictor to estimate your finish time based on a recent race result, then the Pace Band Generator to create split-by-kilometre targets. The flat course makes consistent pacing straightforward — a slight negative split (faster second half) is the optimal strategy.