The Berlin Marathon, officially known as the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON, is an annual marathon in Berlin, Germany, and part of the Abbott World Marathon Majors series. The race covers 42.195 km through the German capital and finishes near the Brandenburg Gate. It is organised by SCC EVENTS GmbH.
When is the Berlin Marathon 2027?
The BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2027 is scheduled for September 26, 2027, in Berlin. The main race distance is 42.195 km, with the course running through central Berlin and past several of the city's landmarks.
Details on registration, field size, start waves and the full 2027 event programme are expected to be announced by the organiser later.
Participants and Records
The Berlin Marathon attracts tens of thousands of runners from around the world. In 2026, organisers expected more than 56,000 athletes from over 160 countries.
The BMW BERLIN-MARATHON is known for its fast course. Thirteen world records have been set at the race so far. The latest came in 2023, when Tigst Assefa ran 2:11:53 to set a women's marathon world record at the time.
History Marathon
On 8 November 1964 the first track and field athletics cross took place with over 700 participants. Ten years later the first official Berlin Marathоn was held. Until 1981, the marathon was held in a wooded area. Eventually, it was decided to move the event to an asphalt road. This solution made it possible for wheelchair users to participate in the marathon.
In 1989, one of the novelties of the marathon was a mini-marathon in which school children's teams took part.
In 2006, the prestigious World Marathоn Majors series was established with 6 World Marathon Majors: London Marathon, New York City Marathon, Chicago Marathоn, Boston Mаrathоn, Tokyo Mаrathоn and Berlin Marathon.
Interesting facts
- World records: The BMW BERLIN-MARATHON is considered one of the fastest marathon courses in the world. A total of 13 world records have been set in Berlin, including Eliud Kipchoge's 2:01:09 in 2022 and Tigst Assefa's 2:11:53 in 2023.
- History: The first Berlin Marathon was held in 1974 with 286 participants. Since 2006, the race has been part of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, which has included seven major marathons since 2025.
- Course: The route passes through central Berlin and by major landmarks, including the Victory Column, the Reichstag, Potsdamer Platz and Unter den Linden. The finish is located at the Brandenburg Gate.
- Spectators: Around 750,000 spectators are estimated to watch the race along the course, with dozens of live bands adding to the atmosphere.
Previous Marathon results
| The year | Venue | Results |
| 2026 | Berlin, Germany | Men — Guye Adola (Ethiopia) — 2:02:50; Women — Tigst Assefa (Ethiopia) — 2:11:04. |
| 2025 | Berlin, Germany | Men — Sabastian Sawe (Kenya) — 2:02:16; Women — Rosemary Wanjiru (Kenya) — 2:21:05. |
| 2024 | Berlin, Germany | Men — Milkesa Mengesha (Ethiopia) — 2:03:17; Women — Tigist Ketema (Ethiopia) — 2:16:42. |
2028 BMW Berlin-Marathon
The next Berlin Marathon is scheduled for 2028. The exact dates will be announced later, but the event is expected to retain its status as one of the most prestigious marathons in the world.
Official website of the Berlin Marathon.
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