You're right in the middle of your marathon preparation. Every run counts, every training session brings you closer to your goal. The ROAD TO BERLIN is not just your personal journey to the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2025 – it’s a challenge you share with thousands of others.
Together, we focus on five key runs: fixed points in your training plan, guidance in your day-to-day routine – and real motivational highlights.
Whether you're a rookie or a BERLIN LEGEND – it’s not about personal bests. It’s about staying on track. About keeping on running.
Join in and become part of our global community.
Integrate the five runs into your training and connect with runners around the world who share the same goal. Each challenge lasts one week – you decide when and where to run.
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What supports you on your ROAD TO BERLIN
- Clear plan: 5 shared challenges as fixed milestones in your preparation
- Maximum flexibility: Run whenever and wherever you want – in sync with your training rhythm
- Strong support: Experts provide tips to help you prep for your best race
- Together on the move: Feel the community vibe – online, worldwide & live in Berlin
Five challenges to move you forward
These five challenges aren’t extra runs – they’re part of your plan. Milestones that provide structure and connect you with the community. Each challenge represents a key step in your training journey toward the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON – from your first fitness check to active recovery after the finish line.
Join in, find your rhythm, stay on track. We’re all running toward the same goal.
Challenge 1 – CITY NIGHT RACE CHECK
Test your current pace – live at the adidas Runners City Night or on your own route. A fast 10K that shows you where you stand.
Period: July 26 – August 3, 2025
Distance: 10 km
Challenge 2 – LONG RUN
A true classic in your preparation: build endurance, train mental strength and lay the foundation for your marathon finish.
Period: August 9 – August 17, 2025
Distance: at least 30 km (or more)
Challenge 3 – Die GENERALPROBE (Kopie 1)
Your final big test before race day – live at "Die Generalprobe" in Berlin or on your own. Now it's time to see how ready you are.
Period: August 24 – August 31, 2025
Distance: 21.1 km (half marathon)
Challenge 4 – TAPERING RUN
The marathon is getting closer. Now it's all about reducing load and sharpening focus.
A calm, relaxed run for active recovery – short, easy, effective.
Period: September 6 – September 14, 2025
Distance: 8–12 km
Challenge 5 – RECOVERY RUN
Legends recover too. Run easy, regenerate, and reflect. Your cooldown at the end of the ROAD TO BERLIN.
Period: September 23 – September 30, 2025
Distance: your choice
“Starting the intensive Phase of Preparation in Good Health” – why a Sports Medicine Check-up is so important right now
The peak phase of marathon preparation is underway. Amid all the training and increasing intensity, one thing should not be overlooked: your health. Dr. Margrit Lock, Executive Board Member Medical of the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON and SCC EVENTS, explains why a sports medicine check-up is so important.
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