![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() (The biggest “hills” come between miles 16 and 20, but they max out at less than 30 feet of gain.) Berlin annually produces some of the fastest pro results in the world, in part, because it’s a flat course, but also because it provides pacemakers to ensure the elite fields are able to run as fast as possible. ![]() That’s not just true for the pros runners of all levels can take advantage of generally cool conditions, wide roads with few sharp turns, and a pancake flat course.īerlin is actually the flattest course of all the World Marathon Majors, with a total elevation gain of 241 feet and loss of 260 feet. “Berlin is the fastest course, it’s where a human being can showcase its potential to push the limits,” Kipchoge said earlier this year. What to Expect from the Berlin Marathon Course If you’re racing Berlin this year-or plan to run it in the future-here’s everything you need to know about the 2022 Berlin Marathon, including course details, professional athlete fields, race day info, streaming options, and more. Not only is it where Kenya’s Eliud Kipchoge broke the world record for the fastest (official) marathon ever run in 2018, but Ethiopia’s Kenenisa Bekele ran the second-fastest time ever in Berlin in 2019. One of the six World Marathon Majors, this fast, flat course through the German capital has seen 11 world records-more than any other marathon. Marathon season kicks off (finally!) this fall with the 48th annual Berlin Marathon, which takes place on September 25. Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members! ![]()
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