Hamburg Marathon
Hamburg, Germany · Late April
A fast, gently rolling tour around the Alster lake and through Hamburg's harbour city. Not quite Berlin-flat, but the elite times (regularly sub-2:05) tell you what the course allows.
Course
Elevation gain
100 m
Net elevation
Flat
Finishers
~14,000
Month
April
Late April
Race-day weather
Median start temp
10°C
Historical range
5–18°C
Hot-year risk
Low
Late April on the North Sea coast is dependably cool; a warm year here is rare.
Getting in
First-come, first-served. Germany's biggest spring marathon; entries usually available well into the winter. Official site ↗
Pacing plans for Hamburg Marathon
Course-adjusted splits for every common goal — not flat even splits, but pacing that matches where this course is fast and where it bites.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hamburg Marathon a fast course?
Yes, it is a fast course by big-marathon standards. The course has 100 m of total elevation gain and no net drop. We rate it 8/10 for PR potential.
What is the weather usually like at the Hamburg Marathon?
The median start-line temperature is around 10°C, with a historical range of roughly 5–18°C. Late April on the North Sea coast is dependably cool; a warm year here is rare.
How do you get into the Hamburg Marathon?
First-come, first-served. Germany's biggest spring marathon; entries usually available well into the winter.
Is the Hamburg Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes — the Hamburg Marathon is a certified course accepted by the B.A.A. for Boston qualifying times.