
Half marathon
The half marathon at the Uniper Düsseldorf Marathon offers a fast, atmospheric course through the centre of the Rhine metropolis. Ideal for beginners, ambitious runners or anyone who simply wants to experience the marathon flair at half the distance.
Start
- 📍Location: Joseph-Beuys-Ufer, directly on the Rhine
- As with the marathon, the start is directly on the Rhine promenade - central location, great scenery, motivating atmosphere.
Section 1: Hofgarten & Königsallee
- After the start, the route takes a first right turn onto Fischerstraße.
- The route continues past the Hofgarten, one of the oldest public parks in Germany.
- You then run along Königsallee, Düsseldorf's most famous street - not only luxury, but also plenty of applause from the spectators.
Section 2: Zoopark & city districts
- The route now leads through the green Zoopark.
- It continues through the lively city centre with many of Düsseldorf's hotspots on the way south.
Section 3: Media harbour & Kö loop
- You reach the modern Media Harbour with its special architecture and urban atmosphere - a real highlight on the route.
- You will then do another loop along Königsallee - a second time through the atmospheric city centre.
Finish
- Now it's time for the final kilometres: The route turns towards the old town and the Rhine.
- 📍Finish: Unteres Rheinwerft - directly on the river, right in the heart of the city.
- Look forward to a magnificent finish with applause, music and pure emotion!