Berlin is always worth a run! And not just for the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON. If you're looking for inspiration for an attractive running route, you've come to the right place. Here you will find four varied routes. In the centre of the capital and perfect for a slow, relaxed shake out run in the days before the start of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON. Your fans & family travelling with you will also get their money's worth along the many sights.
Castle tour along the Spree
Distance
6k
Start
Federal Chancellery / Tipi tent
Highlights
Federal Chancellery, House of World Cultures (pregnant oyster), Bellevue Palace, Charlottenburg Palace Bellevue, Charlottenburg Palace
The varied 6k route along the Spree to the west leads to one of the most beautiful recreational areas in Berlin. In this unique idyll with an impressive view of Charlottenburg Palace, the nearby river and many small niches, an additional 3 km loop can be completed before returning along the riverbank to the starting point in the Tiergarten. At the end of the Citv West loop in the start-finish area of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON, you can relax with a refreshing drink and get in the mood for the big marathon day.
The small and large zoo tour
Distance
5 or 7k
Start
Platz des 18. März opposite the Brandenburg Gate
Highlights
Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Victory Column, Zoological Garden
The Tiergarten is Berlin's largest park. So even in the height of summer, it never gets really crowded on the numerous meadows and park paths. A colourful mix of jogging tourists and residents as well as amateur footballers and frisbee players meet here. After the sport, you can reward yourself with an apple juice spritzer or beer in the "Café am Neuen See" or in the English Garden. The 5- or 7k route runs partly through the start/finish area of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON. If this area is already closed, there are small detours around it and back to the route shown.
Sightseeing in the city centre
Distance
10k
Start
Federal Chancellery / tipi tent
Highlights
Federal Chancellery, House of World Cultures (pregnant oyster), Bellevue Palace, Reichstag, Berlin Cathedral, Museum Island
The 10k loop through the government district and City East offers everything a tourist runner's heart desires. The foray through Berlin's history begins at the Federal Chancellery in the modern district and makes its biggest detour into the past at Fischer Island, Museum Island and Berlin Cathedral. There's a lot going on in summer. Strollers, business people and joggers share the area on the Uferpromenade with the highest density of steamboat moorings in Berlin. In the beer garden of the House of World Cultures ("Pregnant Oyster") you can end the evening directly on the banks of the Spree.
Through the Volkspark Wilmersdorf
Distance
8k
Start
Schöneberg Town Hall ("Place at golden stag")
Highlights
Schöneberg Town Hall, golden stag, goldfish pond
The 8k loop through the Volkspark Wilmersdorf connects the marathon course marathon route between km 23 and 31. It is slightly hilly and in summer there is plenty to look at. At the goldfish pond right next to the Rathaus Schöneberg underground station, a heron goes hunting, and boules is played passionately on the square at the Goldener Hirschen. The narrow and elongated leads through a densely populated residential area and is known for its high density of joggers. The area around the Fennsee lake is somewhat quieter and more tranquil. Cross the motorway bridge with a view of the radio tower for a short loop around the Wilmersdorf athletics and ice stadiums.
