The story of the Haspa Hamburg Marathon
The Haspa Hamburg Marathon Has since its premiere a year 1986 developed into one of the most important city marathons in Europe. Back then went around 8,000 runners: inside to the start – today there are more than more than 35,000accompanied by over 700,000 spectators: inside along the route.
The marathon was the first big city run in Germany, which based on the international model blocked roads was held – inspired by the legendary New York City Marathon. Since then he has continued to develop without losing his special charm.
Numerous route records have been set up over the years. The current route record among men is included 2:05:30 hours (Tsegaye Mekonnen, 2016), for women 2:21:54 hours (Mulu Seboka, 2008). In addition to the sporting best times, Hamburg also stands for the close connection between city and sport: the marathon is a real folk festival with an international flair.
You can find more information about history on the official website.
The 2025 route: between the port and the Alster
The route of the Haspa Hamburg-Marathons 2025 is considered one of the most beautiful and fastest marathon routes in Europe. With just a few meters of altitude, it offers ideal conditions for personal best-and at the same time a real sightseeing tour through the Hanseatic city.
Start and finish:
The marathon starts in the Karolinenstrassenear the Hamburg trade fair, and leads the runners: inside at 42.195 kilometers through a wide variety of districts until they come back to the finish line.
Highlights of the route:
- Reeperbahn: Early in the morning it goes over the famous amusement mile – still calm, but full of atmosphere.
- Elbchaussee & Landungsbrücken: A wonderful view of the port of Hamburg, ships, cranes and Elbe included.
- Inland & outside: The route runs directly along the water paths-a real Hamburg feeling.
- Eppendorf & Stadtpark: Green sections, where many spectators: create a mood inside.
- Return through St. Georg: The last section leads back to the city center before going to the finish.
You can find the complete route card here: Route overview Haspa Marathon Hamburg.
Special features 2025:
For 2025, the proven route is largely unchanged. However, some passages were easily optimized to make the flow of traffic in the city better and the runner: to offer even more space on the route.
Top runners and favorites 2025
The Haspa Hamburg Marathon again attracts a top-class starting field this year. Both international top stars and German hope supports: inside want to use the fast route to achieve personal best – or even break records.
International favorites – men:
- Amos Kipruto (Kenya): The 31-year-old counts with a best time of 2:03:13 hours To the top favorites. Kipruto has already been placed in World Marathon Majors.
- Guye Adola (Ethiopia): Its strength lies in tactical races. Best time: 2:03:36 hours.
- Kinde Atanaw (Ethiopia): He ran his best time of 2:03:51 hours at the Valencia marathon and is considered a strong finisher.
International favorites – women:
- Brigid Kosgei (Kenya): The former world record holder (2:14:04) wants to attack again in Hamburg. After a long injury break, she wants to go back to the top.
German runners: In the focus:
- Richard Ringer: The reigning European marathon champion From 2022 there will be in Hamburg to test its shape for the Olympic season. His best time: 2:08:08 hours.
- Debütant: Inside and offspring: In addition to the known names, some German talents who want to recommend for international competitions also start.
Numbers, data, facts about the event
The Haspa Hamburg marathon is one of the most important running events in Germany-and offers impressive key figures year after year. Here are the most important facts about edition 2025:
📅 Event day:
- Sunday, April 27, 2025
- Start time: 9:30 a.m. For the marathon runners: inside.
- Framework program already Friday, April 25th With trade fair and events.
👟 participant: inside:
- Are expected around 35,000 runners: inside over over 80 nations.
- In addition, are round 10,000 helpers: inside And official in action.
- More than 700,000 spectators: inside create a mood along the route.
🏁 Start and finish:
- KarolinenstrasseNear exhibition halls Hamburg.
- Starting blocks staggered to performance level.
💰 prize money:
- Total prize money: round 100,000 €.
- Winner men & women each 20,000 €Route record bonus possible.
⛅ Weather forecast (as of today):
- Temperatures around the 10–12 ° Ccloudy to slightly sunny – perfect running conditions.
📺 Transmission:
More details:
- Marathon fair in the exhibition halls from 25.-26. Aprilwith over 150 exhibitors around running.
- Numerous music bands, moderations and fan zones along the route.
Transport, organization & spectator information
An event of this size requires an exact organization – both for runners: inside and for the hundreds of thousands of spectators: inside. So that everything runs round on the marathon weekend, here the most important notes:
🚧 Traffic & road closures:
- Away Friday, April 25, 2025the closures around the exhibition center begin.
- Sunday, April 27ththere are numerous roads along the route to the afternoon, among other things:
- Alsterdorf,, Carolinen district,, Reeperbahn,, Landing bridges,, Hibernate,, Eppendorf.
- The city of Hamburg offers information about the closures and diversions here:
Road closures Haspa Marathon
🚉 Arrival with public transport:
- Drive on the marathon Sunday S- and U-Bahn reinforced.
- Recommendation: Arrival by public transport, parking spaces are very limited.
- Info: hvv.de
🎉 Spectator hotspots:
- Reeperbahn – Early party atmosphere early in the morning.
- Landing bridges – Grandiose backdrop with port view.
- Banks of the Alster – Perfect atmosphere with music and meals.
- Eppendorfer Baum -Loudest fan mile with samba groups.
🎪 supporting program:
- Marathon fair: 25.-26. April, Hamburg exhibition halls, free admission.
- Children’s marathon & relay runs: Saturday, April 26th, for the youngsters.
- Music & moderation: Over 30 bands and DJs along the route.
📱 Official app:
- With the Haspa Marathon app Can you runers: track live on the inside, call up route information and find the best spectator places.
- Download: haspa-marathon-hamburg.de/app
Emotions, community and running moments
The Haspa Hamburg Marathon is not just a competition-it is a festival for the whole city. Year after year Hamburg turns into a stage for Sports, emotions and cohesion. Whether professional, hobby runner: in or spectators: in – everyone becomes part of this special experience.
🌟 A run for all the senses:
- The Sound image The marathon is unique: samba groups, drummer, DJs and cheering people provide goosebumps – especially at the Eppendorfer Landstrasse.
- Runners: Inside experience a journey through the diversity of Hamburg: from the urban harbor district to green parks to the noble Alsterviertel.
👥 the community:
- Many runners: Start inside for Charity projects and collect donations – e.g. B. for local aid organizations.
- Running groups Travel from all over Germany to celebrate the team spirit together.
- Special stories: from the 70-year-old long-term runner to the marathon debutant-each: R has its own motivation.
📸 unforgettable moments:
- The crossing of the finish line – for many an emotional highlight after months of training.
- Poisoning scenes when spectators: Inside your friend: inside, partners or relatives, give them strength and celebrate them.
- Many of these moments are transmitted live or shared to social media – under the hashtag #Runhamburg You can find impressions and stories.
Fan quote:
“The mood in Hamburg is magical – no matter how often you run here, it feels special every time!” – participant 2024
Conclusion: the marathon and its magic
The Haspa Hamburg Marathon 2025 is more than just a sports event – it is a symbol of perseverance, community and love for running. Year after year he inspires participants: inside and spectators: inside equally with its special mixture sporty class and North German warmth.
Whether top athlete: In with record ambitions or hobby runners: in the aim of reaching the finish line-each: R is part of a moving story that makes the streets of Hamburg a place full of emotions for a day.
With a spectacular route, a unique atmosphere and a city that lives, the Hamburg Marathon remains a highlight in the running calendar-also 2025. For everyone who is there, this day will remain unforgettable.
(Tagstotranslate) Amos Kipruto