Munich Marathon 2024

Munich is a beautiful city, and there is no better chance to discover it than running through its most prominent landmarks together with thousands of long-distance runners, being cheered by the crowds.

Munich Marathon Route

The marathon follows the 1972 Olympic race course, with a start in Coubertinplatz in Olympic Park Munich and a finish at the Olympic Stadium, with the award ceremony for the marathon starting at noon. The marathon course goes through the Old Town and loops through the Englischer Garten.

Health Warnings

The organizers emphasize that for a safe marathon experience, runners should have a sports medical examination once a year. Runners also should pay attention to the body’s signals during the marathon and stop running if necessary. There is a strong recommendation that you do not start if you have any acute infections or complaints at the moment.

Other Activities

There is also a half-marathon and a special fun run. "Trachtenlauf" or a costume run is one of the most popular events among the locals. The idea is that participants dress up in their national costumes and run 4km before enjoying a traditional Bavarian Weißwurst breakfast. You'll see plenty of kilts, kimonos, and of course a vast variety of Bavarian costumes.