Ten times ten kilometres – on the trail of German marathons

Running Collection by Joe Nimble

Tours

10:24 h

62.3 mi

1,100 ft

The marathon distance is the ultimate challenge for many runners. There are legendary events in almost every major German city and the number of participants increases year after year. In this Collection, we’ve selected ten of the most famous routes for you and picked out sections of ten kilometres (6.2 mi) each so that you can get a taste for them. Maybe you're training for a marathon yourself, or maybe you'd like to get to know each city’s highlights. Whatever the case, all of these routes have already seen top performances. And now it's your turn!

Obviously, some of these routes will take you along major roads that are unfortunately only closed off on race day. Since it's not much fun to run in moving traffic, we've made sure to guide you along footpaths that run as close as possible to the original route. This way you get a good impression of the marathon while being relaxed and, above all, safe. Of course, in the big cities you also have to pay attention to traffic lights, crossings and other traffic-related infrastructure. Therefore, please note: It is not about best times, but about getting to know the cities from a new perspective. So please take care at all times during your run.

Joe Nimble have pioneered comfortable running shoes and freedom for your toes for decades. They give you a unique running experience even when tackling long distances. Their perfect fit, especially in the forefoot area, ensure that you can fully concentrate on experiencing the simple joy of running – whether on a short route or a full marathon. We wish you lots of fun on the routes of Germany's marathon metropolises!

On The Map

Tours & Highlights

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Hamburg – on the trail of German marathons
Intermediate
01:02
6.23 mi
6.0 mph
125 ft
125 ft
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
The Elbe metropolis in northern Germany offers perfect conditions for an unforgettable run. Here it is mostly flat and there is a lot to discover. You walk along the Jungfernstieg through the heart of the city and enjoy one of the most beautiful views of the port city from the Kennedy Bridge. It starts…
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Berlin – on the trail of German marathons
Intermediate
01:02
6.24 mi
6.0 mph
125 ft
125 ft
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
The Berlin Marathon is one of the most renowned marathon routes in the world. It is also the marathon with the most participants in Germany. In 2022, Eliud Kipchoge set a new world record on the flat course. It is not only for these reasons that it is considered to be particularly prestigious. A marathon…
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Bremen – on the trail of German marathons
Intermediate
01:02
6.23 mi
6.1 mph
75 ft
125 ft
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
The route in Bremen skilfully combines natural paths with the alleys of the historic old town and thus offers a varied and enjoyable running experience - whether on the day of the marathon or on any other day on this ten-kilometer route, which is one of the most beautiful sections of the marathon includes…
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Hannover – on the trail of German marathons
Intermediate
01:03
6.22 mi
5.9 mph
75 ft
50 ft
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
The Hanover Marathon is Lower Saxony's largest popular and elite sporting event. On this ten-kilometer section, you can see for yourself why the event is so popular. Like the city itself, the running route is also shaped by the beautiful Maschsee. You can walk the entire eastern shore to get the best…
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Düsseldorf – on the trail of German marathons
Intermediate
01:04
6.22 mi
5.8 mph
125 ft
100 ft
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Of course, the Düsseldorf marathon runs along the Rhine, among other things, and our ten-kilometer section is also shaped by this large river. Among other things, you walk through the beautiful Rheinpark, where countless crocuses bloom in spring and transform the meadow between the Rhine and the city…
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Köln – on the trail of German marathons
Intermediate
01:02
6.24 mi
6.0 mph
150 ft
175 ft
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Running in the cathedral city is an unforgettable experience. The start of this round, which is based on the route of the Cologne marathon, is at the Deutz train station. This makes it particularly easy to reach by public transport. You cross the Rhine via the Deutzer Bridge and enjoy the unique view…
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Dresden – on the trail of German marathons
Intermediate
01:02
6.22 mi
6.0 mph
100 ft
100 ft
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
The Dresden Marathon has been running through the Saxon state capital every autumn since 1999. The course is fast, flat and varied. The ten-kilometer section we have selected starts at the Lipsiusstraße bus and tram stop, right next to the Großer Garten. This huge city park has been around since the…
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Frankfurt – on the trail of German marathons
Intermediate
01:02
6.23 mi
6.0 mph
150 ft
150 ft
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
The impressive skyline of Mainhattan forms the backdrop for your run. The oldest German city marathon has been held since 1981. By the way: The Frankfurt marathon route is known for its fast times. It is considered the third fastest route in the world. Nevertheless, you should take your time and slow…
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Stuttgart – on the trail of German marathons
Intermediate
01:02
6.23 mi
6.0 mph
150 ft
150 ft
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
This lap is based on the 10 kilometer route of the Stuttgart run. In some places it is slightly modified to avoid busy roads that will be cordoned off on the day of the event. This ensures that you can enjoy this run any other day of the year. The start is in the Neckarpark not far from the Mercedes…
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München – on the trail of German marathons
Intermediate
01:02
6.24 mi
6.0 mph
75 ft
100 ft
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
It's great to walk in Munich. The English Garden, a huge green space in the heart of the city, is particularly popular. The Munich marathon also runs along here, which is why we chose this section for your ten-kilometer run. You start at the Giselastraße station, just around the corner from the Englischer…
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