Berliner Straßenlauf - Die Generalprobe
The Berliner Straßenlauf - Die Generalprobe will take place in Berlin on Sunday, August 23, 2026. This event is designed as a practice run for the BMW BERLIN-MARATHON, allowing participants to test their readiness for the main event happening four weeks later.
The half marathon is run on a two-lap course through Berlin neighborhoods, offering an ultimate check of your marathon preparation. The finish line is on Schlossstraße in the heart of Steglitz, mirroring the final meters of the marathon near the Brandenburg Gate.
Three Berlin Districts – Two Course Lengths – One Circuit
On the super-flat circuit of the Generalprobe on August 24, 2025, everyone can find their running joy. Let yourself be inspired and carried away by the great atmosphere – regardless of the distance.
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Viertelmarathon (Quarter Marathon)
If you prefer a relaxed pace and want to enjoy the late summer afternoon, the 10.5 km route is perfect for you.
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Halbmarathon (Half Marathon)
The half marathon on the 2-lap course through Berlin neighborhoods promises 21 km of adrenaline. The ultimate check of your marathon preparation – and a running highlight in itself.
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Kids & Youth
Early practice is key. That's why the little ones also start with us. The Bambini can prove their skills on courses between 500 - 1,000m right at the beginning.
A Trophy Worth Seeing
Whether it's the quarter marathon, half marathon, or Bambini run: A beautiful medal awaits you at the finish line, appropriately rewarding your success at "die Generalprobe". A personalized medal engraving can be booked as an extra directly during registration. The medal shown is from the last event. The new design will be announced a few weeks before the upcoming edition of the event.
News
- 25.08.2025 - Running camaraderie put to the test at "die Generalprobe"
- 26.08.2024 - Participants from almost 100 nations at the Berliner Straßenlauf
- 06.02.2024 - Preview of SCC EVENTS 2024
Organizer
Organized by SCC EVENTS. SCC EVENTS aims to inspire you with their sports events, offering a range of activities from running to SwimRun and hiking, from fast 5k races to international major events.
Discover more events in Berlin & Brandenburg:
- Berliner Frauenlauf (5 km or 10 km, Running or Walking)
- GENERALI BERLINER HALBMARATHON (one of the world's largest half marathons)
- Hiking Hero (44 km extreme hiking)
