BMW Berlin Marathon

21 September 2025

Berlin, Germany Road Full Marathon 10-19 C

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About this Marathon

Marathon Tours is an official International Tour Operator for the BMW Berlin Marathon – and has been taking runners to Berlin for the past 12 years!

The BMW Berlin Marathon is one of the seven World Marathon Majors! Each year runners continue to flock to Berlin to experience one of the best organised marathons in the world!

So join 50,000 other runners from all over the world and experience what it feels like to be a celebrity with over 1 million spectators cheering you on!

Marathon Tours has a limited number of packages available to this amazing event.

Race Start Time: 9:15am (Non-elite runners – 4 starting waves)

Starting times correspond to to your wave, which is noted on your race bib – and are as follows:

9:15am Waves A, B, C & D
9:45am Waves E & F
10:10am Waves G, H, & J
10:40am Wave K

Cut-off Time: The BMW Berlin Marathon has a cut-off time of 6 hours and 15 minutes (Which starts when you crossing the starting mat)

There will also be another 2 cut-off points along the course:

At the 33rd kilometer 3:50pm
At the 38th kilometer 4:35pm

Qualifying Times: There are no qualifying times for the BMW Berlin Marathon, but runners are required to be at least 18 years old to be eligible to compete

Course: Participants will run through the most scenic sites of Berlin. Including the Reichstag, the Siegessaule, Berliner Dom, Brandenburg, and Potsdamer Platz. The BMW Berlin Marathon is known as a flat and fast course – this course will take you through basically the whole city with very few turns. The finish line of the BMW Berlin Marathon is incredible as you run through the historic and iconic Brandenburg Gate.

Aid Stations: There will be numerous aid stations along the course:

Water stations along the course at 5km, 12km, 17.5km, 22.5km, 27.5km, 32.5km, 34.5km, 38km, and 4okm
Water, fruit, tea and Maurten DRINK MIX 160 will be at the stations at 9km, 15km, 20km, 25km, 30km, and 36km
Maurten Gel 100 can be found at 27.5km aid station
All drinks are served in cups

Expo:

The BMW Berlin Expo (Expo BERLIN VITAL Fall) is held at the former Airport Tempelhof (Platz der Luftbrucke5, 12101 Berlin)

Opening dates and times:

Thursday 18th September – 2pm to 8pm
Friday 19th September – 11am to 8pm
Saturday 20th September – 9am to 6:30pm

Weather Conditions: The average temperature in Berlin in September is between 11-19 degrees Celsius

"We did not only join a tour to participate in a race, but we ended up being members of a team taking part in a race!"- Marathon Tours Customer

Event Information

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Course Outline

Start: Straße des 17. Juni

The marathon begins on the wide boulevard of Straße des 17. Juni, with the iconic Brandenburg Gate and the Victory Column (Siegessäule) setting a stunning backdrop for the start.

Key Course Highlights:

Victory Column (Siegessäule)

Early in the race, runners pass the towering Victory Column, a symbol of Berlin’s history.

Tiergarten

The route winds through Tiergarten, Berlin’s largest park, offering a serene green space in the heart of the city.

Charlottenburg and Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church

The course heads west towards Chalottenburg, where runners pass the historic and poignant Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, a reminder of Berlin’s wartime past.

Kurfürstendamm (Ku’damm)

A lively stretch filled with shops, cafes, and cheering crowds adds to the energy of the race

Schöneberg and Kreuzberg

These diverse neighborhoods offer vibrant street scenes and enthusiastic supporters lining the streets

Alexanderplatz and the Berlin TV Tower (Fernsehturm)

Midway through the race, runners glimpse the TV Tower, one of Berlin’s most recognisable landmarks, towering over Alexanderplatz.

Museum Island and Berlin Cathedral

A scenic stretch through historic Berlin features views of the stunning Berlin Cathedral and UNESCO World Heritage-listed Museum Island.

Checkpoint Charlie and Potsdamer Platz

A poignat section of the course passes Checkpoint Charlie, a historic symbol of the Cold War, before reaching the bustling modern hub of Potsdamer Platz.

Finish: The Brandenburg Gate

The race culminates with a triumphant run through the majestic Brandenburg Gate, one of Berlin’s most iconic landmarks, before finishing just beyond it.

What do I need to travel to Berlin?

You will need a current New Zealand Passport to travel overseas, with a validity of six months or more after the date upon which you are scheduled to arrive back into New Zealand. Currently no visas are required for New Zealand Passport holders to travel to Berlin.

Do I need travel insurance?

It is compulsory that each person has travel insurance before travelling for the BMW Berlin Marathon. Although it isn’t compulsory that it’s purchased via Allianz Global Assistance (our preferred provider), we do highly recommend it, as unlike other companies, they provide cover for the actual marathon event. We recommend you take out insurance as soon as you book, as it will ensure you are covered in case you injure yourself prior to the event and can no longer travel.

How do I book?

Simply click on the yellow registration link displayed at the top of the page or phone the team on 0800 RUNNING. As this event is extremely popular don't delay. Should the upcoming event already be sold out talk to us about joining our contact list for the following year.

Is it possible to purchase an entry only?

It is not possible to purchase an entry by itself. Entries are only valid when purchased as part of a package.

Travelling during COVID related restrictions

It is the individuals personal responsibility to be aware of and comply with each countries own COVID policies and restrictions. Failure to comply may result in being denied entry to a country and any and all costs associated with this consequence is the responsibility of the individual. Marathon Tours accepts no liability for any losses or costs incurred due to a person failing to make themselves aware of the requirements to travel.