On the day before the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON, you have the rare opportunity to run a historic distance in the world of athletics on an iconic course. After 1.609 km on the last kilometres of the original course from the Lustgarten at the Berlin Cathedral and the Humboldt Forum passing the Unter den Linden Opera House, Humboldt University and crossing the Brandenburg Gate, you will be one of the first finishers of the new Garmin BERLIN MILE. Whether superfast, with superfun, as a beginner, with the family, as a comeback or for the first time:
Make it your BERLIN MILE:
- Garmin BERLIN FAMILY MILE: You run together with your children or even with several generations of your family - experience factor: INCREDIBLE!
- Garmin BERLIN FUN MILE: Run at your own pace and enjoy the unique atmosphere along the boulevard Unter den Linden together with running friends and crown your finish by crossing the Brandenburg Gate. Timekeeping doesn't matter to you? Then choose the more favourable no-timing rate!
- Garmin BERLIN FAST MILE: This is your place to set a new PB! The course is flat and fast. The spectators will spur you on. Who will run through the gate first? You do!
- Garmin BERLIN FIRST MILE: Make the mile your first race. Every start is usually difficult. Your Garmin BERLIN MILE doesn't demand everything from you in training beforehand. The reward awaits you after the Brandenburg Gate - your well-deserved medal and pride in yourself!
- Garmin BERLIN COMEBACK MILE: Have you forgotten how good it feels to compete with like-minded people? The BERLIN MILE gives you that feeling back!
- Garmin BERLIN WARM UP MILE: You want to feel the last kilometres before the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON? No problem with the Garmin BERLIN MILE!
Subject to approval by the authorities
Garmin BERLIN MILE - the essentials
When: Saturday, March 28th 2026, 2 pm
Where: The start is at Am Lustgarten, Unter den Linden and the finish on Straße des 17. Juni behind the Brandenburg Gate.
How far: 1,609 km
Time limit: 30 minutes (from crossing the starting line)
Eligibility and registration
You can register for the limited race entries for running the Garmin BERLIN MILE via your personal user account.
Eligible to participate: Born in 2020 or older.
Photo package
At the Garmin BERLIN MILE as part of the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON 2026, Sportograf will take pictures of you in action to make this special day unforgettable for you. When you register, you can secure your very own personalised photo package with all your photos and additional impressions of the Garmin BERLIN MILE.
Price: 9,90 €
As soon as the photos are online, you will automatically receive an e-mail with the download link to your Garmin BERLIN MILE photos.
Our sponsors
GENERALI
Generali Germany has been our partner since 2018. The insurance group is part of the international Generali Group and thus also part of a company that is over 190 years old, its history and its heritage. In 2017, the company launched a new sponsorship strategy - “Generali moves Germany”.
The initiative aims to motivate people to lead active health and environmentally conscious lives. Taking part, not watching, is crucial here. In recent years, Generali has thus become one of the largest and most important sponsors in German running. Running promotes physical and mental health and thus has a preventive effect against numerous common diseases. Moreover, hardly any other sport can be practiced in such a resource-saving and environmentally friendly way. Together with the event organizers, Generali develops programs that make major events demonstrably sustainable: in the areas of environmental and climate protection and social commitment.
About 9 million customers are insured with the companies of Generali Germany, which include the brands Generali, CosmosDirekt and Dialog in the life, health and property/casualty segments. Generali's objective is to be a lifetime partner for its customers, offering innovative, individual solutions and services thanks to an excellent sales network in exclusive and direct sales as well as in the broker channel. Generali Germany is part of the "Germany, Austria and Switzerland" (DACH) business unit, which was newly created in 2022.
adidas
Everything at adidas reflects the spirit of our founder, Adi Dassler. Improving the athlete’s performance was his goal; today, his legacy continues with the consumer at the heart of everything the adidas brand does.
The number of runners in Germany is constantly increasing. No matter where they come from, they all have the same goal: Improve. Better runners, better athletes and in the end a better version of themselves.
adidas Running has something for everyone – we want help each person achieve their individual goals. What counts is personal development, which goes far beyond the personal best.
Bett1.de
bett1.de is a Berlin-based company that offers high-quality mattresses online at fair prices.
Fairness, passion, and motivation are the core principles of bett1. That's why bett1 is also committed to excellence and fair competition in sports - as a sponsoring partner of regional clubs and as a host of national and international events. Bett1 promotes sports and team spirit.
ERDINGER Alkoholfrei
ERDINGER Alkoholfrei refreshes all finishers behind the finish line. ERDINGER Alkoholfrei is the ideal beverage after sports: isotonic, rich in vitamins, and low in calories. And ERDINGER Alkoholfrei has only 125 kcl per 0.5-liter bottle! Because a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important!
YoPRO
YoPRO is Danone’s high‑protein brand that supports consumers in achieving their individual fitness and exercise goals. With a diverse range of protein-rich dairy products free from added sugar, containing little to no fat, and offering 15 to 23 grams of protein per serving, YoPRO provides the ideal solution for an active and healthy lifestyle. Enriched with magnesium and vitamin B9, YoPRO helps support the body in building muscle and reducing fatigue.*
* Proteins contribute to the maintenance and growth of muscle mass. Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function. Vitamin B9 (folate) helps reduce tiredness and fatigue.
Garmin
Garmin is a leading active tech company. The company develops innovative products for people who lead active lifestyles – ranging from smartwatches and dive and cycling computers to cockpits for private aircraft and radar systems for yachts. Founded in 1989 in Olathe, Kansas, by friends and engineers Gary Burrell and Dr. Min Kao, Garmin today stands for a broad and highly differentiated product portfolio across the Outdoor, Fitness, Aviation, Automotive OEM and Marine segments.
Höffner
Keep on running – with Höffner
The right amount of regeneration is as important as your training. Discover our large selection of comfortable beds and sofas. And for your running clothes and shoes you can also get practical cabinets from us. Just take a look!
More than furniture
Möbel Höffner is your full-service dealer for furniture and kitchens in Germany. We combine our artisan roots with modern retailing in 24 spacious furniture centers in Germany and, of course, online.
MAURTEN
Developed for endurance athletes, Maurten fuels the fastest to world records and gold medals. With a sports fuel range including Gels and Drink Mixes made from patented Hydrogel Technology and Solid energy bars, athletes can easily consume the carbohydrates needed to sustain performance in training and racing.
Hydrogel Technology encapsulates the carbohydrates — the currency of fueling — in a hydrogel and carries them through the stomach to be absorbed — making fueling for sports easier. Maurten is the official Hydrogel Sports Fuel Partner of the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON — fueling runners on race day with Gel 100 and Drink Mix 160 on-course.
Titanic Hotels
TITANIC Hotels Group is an established and reputable hotel chain based in Istanbul, operating luxury hotels in various cities in Turkey and Germany, founded in 1997. The Group is known for special quality of service, its unique accommodations often with historic architecture, its attention to detail and its first-class culinary offerings. The company is committed to sustainability and environmental protection and is involved in social projects. The group has received numerous awards in recent years.
Peloton
Peloton is a global fitness company with a dedicated community of millions of members. Through world-class workouts with professional instructors - live and on demand - Peloton empowers its members to achieve their fitness goals, no matter where they are on their fitness journey. The combination of engaging classes, innovative technology, high-quality training equipment and the versatile Peloton App allows for a tailored workout - with or without equipment.
