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GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON
29th March 2026
5 (7 Reviews)
From 2 Nights
Part of the iconic SuperHalfs series, the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON is one of the biggest half marathons in the world and the biggest in Germany. Racing through the historic Berlin streets, this is a great opportunity to visit one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world.
Race through Berlin’s iconic streets during the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON
This event is a half marathon in the SuperHalfs series.
The GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON is one of the longest running half marathons in the world and will enter its 42nd year in 2026. Part of the largest half marathon series in the running calendar, the SuperHalfs series, this is one of the most sought-after half marathons in the world.
Berlin is world-renowned as one of the most beautiful and trendy cities in the world, combining culture, cuisine and historical significance. The GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON course encapsulates everything that the city has to offer, as well as offering a fast, easy route that allows you to set a personal best.
Our packages offer the opportunity to explore Berlin and prepare, race and celebrate your half marathon achievement. With packages ranging between 2 and 4 nights and the ability to add further nights to your stay, choose Marathon Tours & Travel for your GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON experience.
Experience
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Event Information
Key Information
Event Date:
29th March 2026
Location:
Berlin, Germany
Race Times
(Times subject to change)
Half-Marathon:
from 10:05am (in waves)
The Course
Starting at the iconic Victory Column and finishing at the Brandenburg Gate, a monument so synonymous with Berlin, this is a flat, easy course for runners of all abilities. Passing through and around the Tiergarten, this is a great opportunity to race on wide, closed roads with plenty of support from the sidelines.
Along the course there are six refreshment stations, allowing you to take on fluids and nutrition throughout your race. The course is characterised by its loud, vociferous support with plenty of opportunity for supporters and spectators to watch on.
Please find the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON Elevation Chart here.
The Temperature
Cool temperatures that vary on average between 1°C and 8°C in March, offering good conditions for running. The race takes place in the changing of the seasons between winter and spring, meaning weather conditions are variable. Sometimes maybe sunny, sometimes maybe rainy.
Entry Fee
We are pleased to offer race entry for the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON when you purchase our accommodation package.
Please note the official GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON 2026 T-Shirt is not included in the entry fee. Merchandise can be pre-purchased at the time of registration or at the Expo.
Time Limit
The race time limit for the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON is 3 hours, 15 minutes. Runners who fall outside of this time will have to continue their race on the sidewalk or be driven to the finish by the broom bus. There is a cut off point at the 18km mark.
For more information visit the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON website.
Difficulty
Easy
Fast, flat course running on city streets that offers the opportunity for a PB
Travel Packages
Experience it your way
We offer two different package options for the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON. Whether you are wanting to stay for two, three or four nights, or add extra nights on, we have a package fit for your purpose.
With GUARANTEED ENTRY to the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON, we remove the logistical complexity of organising your entry, hotel and excursions and place it all in to one easy-to-understand package for you and your supporters.
All packages include the following features in Berlin:
- 4* hotel in Berlin, arriving on Friday 27 March
- Daily breakfast, except on arrival day
- Hotel taxes
- Welcome drink and get together
- Shake-out run
- Escorted trip to Expo
- Pre-race pasta dinner
- Escorted trip to race start
- Post-race drinks and celebrations
- Guidance and support from our team in Berlin
packages
Experience Berlin
2 – 4 Nights | March 26 – 30 2026
Trip Overview
We offer three package options with a guaranteed race entry. All our packages include your accommodation in Berlin at the Intercity Hotel Berlin Hauptbanhhof. As the Official Tour Operator for the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON, our packages provide location perfectly placed in Berlin for racing and roaming the city.
Features
Meals included
Daily breakfast included and dinner on Saturday
Accommodation
4* hotel, within walking distance of the race start and finish
Entry
Guaranteed GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON entry
Celebration party
Post-race celebration and drinks
Trip extension
Extra nights available upon request
Guide
Guidance and support including escorted trip to the Expo and race start
Excursions
Shake-out run on morning before the race
Berlin
Berlin is one of the most metropolitan and culturally significant cities in the world. Whether it be diverse, artsy neighbourhoods like Mitte and Kreuzberg or the historically important monuments around Tiergarten and out towards the East Side Gallery, there is something to look at in every corner of Berlin. Everything about the city is shaped by its past, whether that be culture, cuisine or architecture, but that makes it the perfect place to explore and race in during the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON as well.
Explore Berlin’s Remarkable History and Culture
Berlin is one of the most intriguing cities anywhere in the world, filled with huge monuments commemorating its vast modern history. Not only does the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON take in the most significant sights, sounds and smells of this incredible city but our packages also allow full exploration of the city as well. This is one city and race not to be missed.
Hotels
Katharina-Paulus-Strasse 5, Berlin 10557
2km
1.5km
Intercity Berlin Hauptbahnhof is located in Mitte, one of Berlin’s trendiest districts located close to the city centre. The hotel has a range of facilities including a restaurant, bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Located just 200 metres from the city’s main train station, this modern hotel offers the perfect hub to travel and explore everything Berlin has to offer.
Guests staying at the IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof will benefit from receiving a FreeCityTicket if they also join the H Rewards programme. The FreeCityTicket (which you collect at check-in) allows you to use local public transport throughout your stay and not only save money, but also protect the environment. Please advise [email protected] of your H Rewards membership number in advance of the trip or advise hotel staff at check in on arrival.
To join H Rewards: https://www.global.hrewards.com/en/the-program
Single rooms sleep 1 adult. Room has 1 Queen size bed.
Double rooms sleep 2 adults. Room has 1 Queen size bed.
Twin rooms sleep 2 adults. Room has 2 Single beds.
Check in: 15:00
Check out: 12:00pm
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Restaurant
- Bar/lounge
- City centre location, close to transport links
GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON
For a start, there are few cooler finish lines than that of the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON. Finishing under the iconic and majestic Brandenburg Gate, you will feel the weight of Berlin’s history passing over your shoulders as you cross the finish line. Taking in some of Berlin’s most significant landmarks including Potsdamerplatz, Alexanderplatz and the Victory Column. Crucially, the course is fast and flat, making for one of the easier half marathon routes in the calendar. See more below…
Package Rates
We are pleased to offer guaranteed entry to the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON if you also purchase the accommodation package with us.
| Nights | Double Occupancy | Single Occupancy |
|---|---|---|
| 2 nights from 27 March 2026 | £409 | £568 |
| 3 nights from 27 March 2026 | £509 | £748 |
| Extra nights (26th or 30th March) | £92 | £162 |
| Guaranteed GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON entry | £99 |
Testimonials
Hear from our Customers
Thousands of runners have crossed finish lines around the globe with us. Here’s what they had to say about their GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON experience.
Had an amazing time in Berlin!! Great hotel location & Steve looked after us really well. Good information provided. The half marathon was the experience of a life time 🙂
Trusted Customer
Well run event! Steve was an excellent host and organiser who made sure Berlin was a fun experience for all.
Trusted Customer
Location was excellent. Hotel was very good. Steve our rep was excellent. I had a young family with me so never got to meet Steve as we were in a different time schedule to the larger group but the WhatsApp group was a brilliant way of getting all the key information. Steve always responded to my queries really quickly. The provision of information by marathon tours was excellent.
Trusted Customer
Great experience and fully recommend! Steve was such a lovely host and I can’t wait to travel with him again. I felt like I didn’t travel to the race alone but with a whole group of friends.
Trusted Customer
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Event Team
Meet our team who will help achieve your half marathon dream
George Bancroft
Product Manager
George helps to design our GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON packages and has a specialist focus on half marathons.
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