FAQ

You can register via our website. There you can select the desired competition and register conveniently online.

You can choose between marathon, half marathon, marathon relay, Kids Cup and Bambini Cup.

Regular registration is open until 12 April 2026.

Late registrations are possible from 15 April 2026. Please note that the race number will no longer be personalised and a late registration fee of €25.00 will be charged.

Yes, re-registration is possible until the registration deadline. But only as long as the participant limit for the desired distance has not yet been reached.

It is free of charge if you change from the marathon to the half marathon, but the difference plus a €10.00 processing fee will be charged if you change up.

Yes, a starting place transfer is free of charge until 12 April 2026. After that, a processing fee of €20.00 will be charged.

The prizes vary depending on the competition and time of registration. You can find an overview on the website under Competitions or directly when you register.

Yes, late registrations are still possible on the day of the event, provided that the participant limit for the desired competition has not yet been reached. The late registration fee is €25.00. The start number is not personalised for late registrations.

Until 31.12.2025 you will receive 50% of the entry fee back on presentation of a medical certificate. No refunds are possible after this date.

On Sunday, 26 April 2026.

Saturday, 25 April 2026

11:00 a.m. Bambini Cup

11:30 a.m. Kids Cup Mini

12:00 pm Kids Cup Maxi

Sunday, 26 April 2026

08:00 Half marathon 1st wave

08:20 Half marathon 2nd wave

08:30 Half marathon 3rd wave

09:45 am Marathon

10:15 am Marathon relay

Start times may change depending on the number of participants and organisational procedures.

Start and finish are in the centre of Düsseldorf.

Start: Joseph-Beuys-Ufer

Finish: Untere Rheinwerft

Yes, half marathon: 11:30 am, marathon: 3:45 pm, relay marathon: 4:00 pm.

In the Run & Beat Village:

• Friday, 24.04.2026 12 :00 - 20:00
• Saturday, 25.04.2026 9 :00 - 19:00 hrs

In case of emergency (only in exceptional cases):

• Sunday, 26 April 2026 06 :00 - 09:00 am

The starting documents can also be collected by another person.
This requires the QR code, which you will receive in advance by e-mail.

Address: Rheinterrasse Düsseldorf, Joseph-Beuys-Ufer 33

Yes, someone else can use the QR code from your confirmation email to collect your documents.

Your race number, safety pins, information material and high-quality products from our partners and sponsors.

Yes, your split times are recorded automatically. Measuring points are located at KM 5, 10, 15, 21, 25, 30, 35, 40, start and finish.

Yes, every 5 kilometres there are refreshment points (VP) with water, isotonic drinks, fruit and gels. There are also a further six refreshment points (EP). You will find a detailed overview on our website in good time before the event.

Support vehicles, pushchairs, skates, headphones (according to the IAAF) and animals.

Yes, first aid stations are located in the start and finish area as well as along the course. You can have your blood sugar checked at KM 19 and 30.8.

You can hand in your clothing bag in the immediate vicinity of the Stat on the Reuterkaserne. Please write your start number in the space provided. For relay teams please only the 4th runner!

A team consists of four runners. The changeover takes place in fixed zones.

When registering, you indicate an initial division of the stages. The division can be changed until the registration deadline on 12 April 2026.

Only the 4th runner crosses the finish line and receives the medals for the team.

The timing chip is in the baton and is handed over at the changeover.

First you pass a medical screening zone, then you get your first refreshment and your medal. You will then continue to the finisher area on Burgplatz, where you can refresh yourself and recover from the run. You will find showers and changing rooms outside the finisher area at the Reuterkaserne (200m walk).

No, unfortunately it is not possible to re-enter after leaving.

Please continue quickly after crossing the finish line to avoid tailbacks.

A marathon fair with exhibitors covering all aspects of running, catering and music. You can also pick up your race pack here.

Around 30 DJs provide the atmosphere. The "run to the beat" spirit can be felt everywhere.

Ein Treffpunkt für Unternehmen, Mitarbeiter:innen & Gäste in direkter Nähe zum Zieleinlauf.

Yes, the Uniper Düsseldorf Marathon App is available free of charge in the App Store & Play Store.

You can create a profile, follow other participants and compare yourself. You can also book TRACX (GPS) Live Tracking and have yourself tracked live on a digital map.

If you book TRACX (GPS) Live Tracking when you register, your family, friends and fans can follow you in real time on a digital map in the app.

You can book TRACK (GPS) Live Tracking as part of your registration for €4.90.

No, you don't have to. There are two options for live tracking:

Option 1: Live tracking (without mobile phone)

• You don't need a smartphone during the run
• Your position is extrapolated from the timing mats (every 5km) and displayed on the digital map

Option 2: GPS Live Tracking (with mobile phone)

• Link your race number in the app
• Run with your smartphone

Your exact position is displayed on the digital map via GPS

No. Your loved ones will only find you in the run and results lists and not on the digital map!

Any further questions? Then write to us at: info(at)duesseldorfmarathon.de