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Mainova Frankfurt Marathon

Frankfurt, Hessen, Germany

calendar_today 25 Oct, 2026

About the Event

Soar through the heart of a global financial capital at the Mainova Frankfurt Marathon on 25th October 2026, an iconic World Athletics Elite Label race renowned for its speed, stunning skyline vistas, and electrifying urban energy. This flat and famously fast course is a dream for record-chasers and Boston hopefuls, guiding you on a spectacular tour from the bustling city center, across the historic Eiserner Steg bridge, and through the serene greenery of the Frankfurt City Forest. Experience the thunderous support of passionate crowds at every turn, culminating in a triumphant finish inside the legendary Festhalle, where your personal victory becomes part of marathon history. More than just a race, it’s a complete running festival featuring a pasta party, lively street festivals along the route, and a pioneering "Green Marathon" sustainability commitment. Join thousands of international runners for a world-class event where precision German organization meets an unforgettable party atmosphere, all set against the dramatic backdrop of Frankfurt's soaring towers. Secure your spot to run the skyline and write your own Frankfurt story.

Races Offered

Marathon

Oct 25, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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112 days remaining

Marathon Relay

Oct 25, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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112 days remaining

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Frankfurt.

thermostat Temperature

8.6° / 15.7°

wb_sunny Feels like

6.2° / 13.7°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

6h 12m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.6 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

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air Avg wind speed

10.2 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.8)

humidity_mid Humidity

83.0%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:49

nightlight Sunset

18:32

About Frankfurt

Learn more about the host city, Frankfurt.

Frankfurt is the largest city in the German state of Hesse, and is considered the business and financial centre of Germany. It is the fifth largest city in Germany after Berlin, Hamburg, Munich and Cologne. The city is known for its modern skyline, and for hosting the headquarters of the European Central Bank, the Deutsche Börse stock exchange and numerous German financial services companies. Furthermore, it hosts some of the world's most important trade shows, such as the Frankfurt Auto Show and the Frankfurt Book Fair. It is on the river Main at a crossroad of the German Autobahn system and connected to several high-speed rail lines, with Germany's busiest airport on its outskirts, Frankfurt is one of the most important transportation hubs of Europe.