Frankfurt Marathon

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 flat course made it easy to run and I was able to achieve my personal best!”
“I was able to run while enjoying the historic cityscape.”
“The warm support from the roadside helped me to do my best until the end!”

2024 Frankfurt Marathon Summary

・DATE：October 27, 2024
・FINISHERS：10,273
・AverageTtime： –

MEN

1:Biwott, Benard:2:05:54
2:Challa, Gossa Ambelu2:07:35
3:Anbesa, Lencho Tesfaye:2:08:02
4:Dibaba, Gerba Beyata:2:09:03
5:Dessie, Aychew Bantie:2:09:22
6:Muthini, Christpher Kitetu:2:09:30
7:Serbessa, Workneh Fikire:2:09:30
8:Chala, Ebba Tulu:2:09:35
9:Vincent, Tim:2:09:40
10:Gebeyehu, Mulat Bazezew:2:10:07

WOMEN

1:Gejia, Hawi Feysa:2:17:25
2:Masai, Magdalyne:2:18:58
3:Wote, Shuko Genemo:2:22:37
4:Cherotich, Catherine:2:22:42
5:Keino, Agnes:2:22:53
6:Alema, Kidsan:2:23:27
7:Masai, Linet:2:23:52
8:Kiyeng, Judith:2:24:41
9:Chepkwony, Betty Jematia:2:25:13
10:Korsa, Aberash Demisse:2:25:43

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.