Starting times and disciplines
Sommer 2027.
The exact dates and times will be announced in time for registration.
NOTE: Schedule and course are subject to change. The race will take place regardless of the weather, unless there is a weather warning from the German Weather Service.
To ensure a relaxed start for you, we`ll also be introducing starting blocks at the event "die Generalprobe". Please follow the signs at the entrance to the starting blocks. Faster runners should position themselves further forward in the lineup, while those who are not quite as fast should position themselves further back in the starting block.This will save you unnecessary jostling or annoying overtaking maneuvers in the first few meters.
Start card and race material
Start card
About 7 to 10 days before the event, we will automatically send you your start card and further information about the race by e-mail.
Race material pick-up
All information regarding the collection of race material pick-up will be announced on the website and via email in time.
Make room in your closet and donate your shoes!
Do you have well-preserved sports shoes or sneakers at home? Then bring them along when you pick up your race bib for die Generalprobe.
The Berliner Stadtmission (Berlin City Mission) donation box will be open on site during the race material pickup and will accept your donations directly. We are collecting running shoes and sneakers for people experiencing homelessness.
Your support is urgently needed: up to 180 people are supported every day through the clothing center and rely on donations like yours.
Timekeeping and time limit
Timekeeping is done with a transponder, which is attached to the back of your bib number. To ensure the functionality of the transponder, the number must not be bent or damaged in any way. The time is measured as usual by running over the measuring mats at the start and finish. As this is a “disposable transponder”, there is no need to return it.
The time limit is 3:00 h after crossing the start line.
Refreshments
There are several points along the course where you can refresh yourself and recharge your energy. The stations are all located on the right-hand side as you run and also offer refill stations for your hydration system. You’ll find these at the last table of each water station – look for the “Refill” sign!
- KM 2.5: Water, tea
- KM 5: Water, tea
- KM 7.9: Water, tea
- KM 10.5: Water, tea, banana (quarter-marathon finish area, half-marathon intermediate aid station)
- KM 13.5: Water, tea
- KM 15.9: Water, tea
- KM 18.5: Water, tea
- KM 21: Water, tea, banana (Half Marathon finish area)
After the race, all participants will also receive an energy bar.
Help us recycle by throwing your cup into the bins behind the refresh stations.
Medals, certificates and results
Every finisher will receive a well-deserved medal at the end of the race.
You can download your personal finisher certificate from the results list.
Age group winners
Age group winners from age over 40 of the Half Marathon from the current year will receive a free race entry for the following year!
The free race entry can only be claimed in the following year. We will send the winners all registration information and an access code automatically by e-mail as soon as the registration is possible.
Change of discipline, withdrawal and transfer
Change of discipline
Changes to another disciplin are possible as long as the participation limit has not been reached. We will charge a processing fee of 5 € plus the difference to the current valid price level.
Please contact us with your request to change the discipline via our contact form.
Transfer
Unfortunately, it is not possible to transfer your starting place to another person or another year. Your starting place is personalized and related to the event.
You will find detailed information on withdrawal and exchange in our conditions of participation.
Withdrawal
Due to the logistical and organisational complexity of the event, we cannot refund the participation fee if you are unable to attend. Thank you for your understanding.
Insurance
To cover the participation fee, we recommend purchasing the ERGO cancellation insurance during your online registration. Find out more about cancellation insurance (PDF).