Run through the historic streets!
The Frankfurt Marathon is one of Germany’s largest citizen marathons, held every year in late October.
The course is flat with an elevation difference of just 27.8m, making it extremely easy to run on! Aim for your personal best in comfortable weather while admiring historical buildings.
Push your limits and feel the wind of Frankfurt
The Frankfurt Marathon is a race that everyone can enjoy, from beginners to advanced runners. Why not try running a marathon in this historic city?
Course Overview
・Starting point：The lively Messeturm is where your challenge to the Frankfurt Marathon begins. From the moment you start, feel the excitement of running through the historic streets with many other runners.
・Start to 5km point：Immediately after the start, you will run through modern streets lined with skyscrapers, with the Messeturm and Festhalle, symbols of Frankfurt, on your side.
・5km to 15km point：Head to an area that gives a sense of Frankfurt’s history and culture, including the Alte Opera and Goethe House. The cobblestone streets and half-timbered buildings are reminiscent of medieval streets.
・15km to 25km point：A section that runs along the lush Main River. You can relax at a leisurely pace while watching the cityscape reflected on the river’s surface.
・25km to 35km：Back into the city. The cheers from the roadside give you strength for the final sprint.
・35km to the finish line：The finish line, Festhalle, is approaching. Summon your final strength for an emotional finish!
・Finish Point：The glorious finish line is the magnificent Festhalle. Enjoy the joy and sense of accomplishment of finishing to your heart’s content.
Elevation difference and temperature
・Elevation difference：The almost flat course with only 27.8m is a chance to beat your personal best!
・Temperature：The event is usually held in late October, with an average temperature of around 10℃. The weather is perfect for a marathon.
Participant comments
・ “The Festhalle finish on the red carpet is the best finish in the world, bar none.”
・ “A perfect course for a Personal Best. So flat and fast!”
・ “The atmosphere inside the Festhalle made me forget my pain in the last meters.”
・ “Running the skyline at the start was incredibly motivating.”
・ “The course along the Main River felt long but was great for pacing.”
・ “The organization was seamless, a truly professional major marathon.”
Strategy
The key to conquering the Mainova Frankfurt Marathon is to take advantage of its world-class flat profile. Focus on establishing a consistent, aggressive pace early on the wide, smooth roads, especially along the Main River sections in the middle of the race. Use the energetic crowds and music zones for motivation. The course’s greatest challenge is not the elevation, but maintaining focus and pace on the long flat sections. Save a final surge for the spectacular, emotionally charged finish inside the Festhalle on the red carpet.
The Mainova Frankfurt Marathon is a 42.195km journey of speed and emotion. Run through the “Mainhattan” skyline with runners from all over the world, and experience the thrill of a lifetime as you cross the red carpet finish line.
2025 Frankfurt Marathon Summary
・Date and time: October 26, 2025 (Sun)
・Number of finishers: –
・Average time: –
MEN
1: Belay Asfaw: 2:06:16
2: Taresa Bekuma: 2:07:01
3: Shura Tola Kitata: 2:07:02
4: Yismaw Yitayew: 2:07:20
5: Yasin Haji Hayato: 2:07:47
6: Getachew Masresha Kidie: 2:09:32
7: Timothy Kibet Misoi: 2:09:35
8: Edwin Kibichiy: 2:09:41
9: Filimon Abraham: 2:09:43
10: Lulu Negera: 2:09:47
WOMEN
1: Buze Diriba Kejela: 2:19:34
2: Magdalyne Masai: 2:20:23
3: Sharon Chelimo Arusho: 2:20:29
4: Catherine Cherotich: 2:21:40
5: Mehret Gemeda Robe: 2:23:29
6: Ayinadis Teshome Birle: 2:23:50
7: Dagnachew Ayal Asegu: 2:24:05
8: Abbie Donnellyt: 2:24:11
9: Gladys Jeptepkeny: 2:24:52
10: Pascaline Jebiwott Kibiwott: 2:24:56
2026 Frankfurt Marathon
Chase the horizon on one of the world’s most spectacular and fastest courses. Join thousands of runners to experience the legendary Festhalle finish and run your fastest 42.195km in the heart of Germany.
・Location: Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage
・Date and time: October 25, 2026
・Start time: 10:00am
Frankfurt – where tradition and innovation intersect
Frankfurt is a city with a unique charm that combines historical streets that still retain the atmosphere of the Middle Ages with modern cityscapes lined with skyscrapers. The half-timbered houses on Römer Square are as beautiful as a painting, and walking there makes you feel like you’ve traveled back in time. Meanwhile, from the Main Tower, you can see the lively cityscape spreading out below and get a glimpse of modern Frankfurt. You can also visit Goethe’s birthplace and follow in the footsteps of the literary giant and experience the space that inspired him.
If you want to experience culture and art, we recommend the Städel Museum. Many works by masters such as Van Gogh and Monet are on display, and you can spend a time immersed in art appreciation. You can also experience the mysteries of natural science at the Senckenberg Natural History Museum, with dinosaur fossils and animal specimens. In the evening, you can enjoy opera, ballet, and other performances at the beautiful Baroque-style Alte Oper.
In terms of food, Frankfurt also satisfies its visitors. Enjoy local specialities such as apple wine and Grüne Sauce, as well as cuisine from around the world. For shopping lovers, the Zeil is a great place to visit, with its collection of luxury brands.
If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, take a stroll through the lush Palmgarten or along the River Main. Take a pleasure boat trip along the River Main to see Frankfurt from a different angle.
With an international airport and an international trade fair, Frankfurt is also an international city that attracts people from all over the world. You will surely be captivated by the vibrant atmosphere of the city, where various cultures intersect.
With a perfect blend of history and modernity, tradition and innovation, Frankfurt is a city full of charm that you will never forget once you visit.
