Running
Half marathon
21.1 km
GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON
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Road runs in Germany, Berlin
Distances
Cycling
Inline skating
21.1 km
About
The GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON is one of the biggest half marathons in the world and has been part of the SuperHalfs series since 2024. Known as the “spring classic”, the half marathon has been delighting both the national and international running community for 44 years. This year, there were over 40,000 participants from 135 nations. Berlin's atmospheric and exuberant crowd provides goosebumps and the final motivational push - every few meters if need be.
Catering & aid stations
Not specified by the provided pages — typically available at aid stations on course and at the finish; confirm on event day.
Pacers
Target times per start wave are published on the event website (e.g., ‘Rennzeit für Läufer’). Pacers are deployed with Pacerflaggen to help runners hit their target splits; details are confirmed on race day under ‘Renntag für Laufende’. Contact pacing specifics to the official published targets.
Results
View official resultsSurface mix
- 100% asphalt
Typical weather in Berlin
Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).
Jan3°-1°
↑ 08:11
↓ 16:21
Feb5°-1°
↑ 07:25
↓ 17:18
Mar9°1°
↑ 06:21
↓ 18:11
Apr14°5°
↑ 06:09
↓ 20:05
May19°10°
↑ 05:11
↓ 20:57
Jun23°13°
↑ 04:44
↓ 21:32
Jul24°15°
↑ 05:03
↓ 21:24
Aug24°15°
↑ 05:50
↓ 20:34
Sep20°12°
↑ 06:42
↓ 19:23
Oct14°8°
↑ 07:33
↓ 18:13
Nov8°3°
↑ 07:30
↓ 16:15
Dec4°0°
↑ 08:12
↓ 15:53
Route maps
What's included in entry
- Chip timing included, Mika tag (disposable)
- GENERALI race cancellation insurance available at registration
- Reusable poncho for finishers (free if not opted for clothing bag)
FAQ
Who can participate in the half marathon?
Runners born in 2011 and older; wheelchair users and handbikers have separate classes; inline skating has its own distance.
How are race entries allocated?
Runners are selected by lottery; registration opens April 2–May 28, 2026, with results by email on June 16, 2026.
What is the time limit?
3 hours 15 minutes; slower participants may be moved to sidewalks or taken by broom bus.
Are there distance options for children?
Yes — Bambini Run (200–800 m) and Kids Skating (500–1600 m) on March 28, 2026.
Is there prize money?
The event does not list cash prizes; winners featured in news reports (e.g., Kiptoo and Amebaw in 2026).
What documentation is required for pickup?
Start card and a photo ID (ID card, driver’s license, or passport) at the HALF MARATHON EXPO.
Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:05:14 AM
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