Full enjoyment in half the distance. At the DRESDEN MARATHON, you’ll start with the marathon runners and relay teams. Get ready to experience a one-of-a-kind city tour! The route takes you through the pub-filled new town (one of Europe’s largest Gründerzeit-style quarters), over the Waldschlößchen bridge to the Grand Garden, and back to the historic city center filled with famous landmarks.
Men: 01:02:27h
Mengich, Richard Kiprop (KEN), 2012
Women: 1:12:47h
Embedada Emebet (ETH), 2011
Finisher 2024: 4,096
Runners born in 2009 and older are eligible to participate.
By registering, each participant acknowledges and accepts the General Terms and Conditions of Dresdner Laufevents und Touristik GmbH.
In the case of group or third-party registrations, the registering person confirms that all registered individuals have read and accepted the Terms and Conditions.
Each runner will receive a personal bib number, which is non-transferable. The timing transponder is integrated into the bib and must be worn visibly and unaltered on the front of the running shirt. It must not be bent or covered.
Registration Deadlines
- Regular registration deadline: October 13, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
- Online late registration: October 14, 12:00 a.m. – October 23, 2025, 11:59 p.m.
- On-site late registration:
Name changes or distance changes are free of charge until October 13, 2025.
After this date, a processing fee of €5 (incl. statutory VAT) applies. Please send change requests by E-Mail to our timing partner: Baer-Service – info@baer-service.de
Until 05/01/2025: - €50[*]
Until 31/03/2025: - €54[*]
Until 30/06/2025: - €60[*]
Until 13/10/2025: - €67[*]
Late registration: - €77[*]
* incl. statutory VAT
The organizational fee (including bib number and timing chip) depends on the registration date
Participants who register by October 23, 2025 (11:59 p.m.) will receive a registration confirmation via email. This confirmation must be presented (digitally or printed) when picking up race materials. Collection by a third party requires a signed authorization and the official confirmation.
Starter lists can be viewed HERE. If you register by October 13, 2025, your race kit can be shipped within Germany for a service fee (see prices on “Race packet mailing"). Shipping begins on October 13, 2025. [**]
The registration fee (organizational fee + any booked extras like the anniversary party, medal engraving, or bib mailing) must be paid via SEPA direct debit or PayPal. Any errors and fees due to incorrect information are the responsibility of the participant. Foreign participants may pay by credit card, PayPal or SEPA direct debit (subject to the payment provider’s participation in the European Payments Council agreements). There is no refund of the registration fee or extras in case of non-participation, including illness. No vouchers or deferrals will be issued (see Terms & Conditions).
Runners born in 2009 and older are eligible to participate.
The General Terms and Conditions of Dresdner Laufevents und Touristik GmbH apply (available at www.dresden-marathon.com or upon request).
Use of inline skates, baby joggers, dogs, or unauthorized bicycles is prohibited and results in disqualification. Participation is at your own risk. By registering, you confirm that you are physically fit and have trained sufficiently. We strongly recommend a medical check-up beforehand. The organizer accepts no liability for health risks.
Lost items will be stored at the info stand during the event and for 14 days at the organizer’s office (HEINZ-STEYER-STADIUM, Magdeburger Str. 2, 01067 Dresden).
Will be updated soon.
Location: BallsportARENA Dresden, Weißeritzstraße 4, 01067 Dresden
Fri, Oct 24: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sat, Oct 25: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sun, Oct 26: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
We recommend picking up your race kit on Friday or Saturday to avoid stress and enjoy the Marathon EXPO
Participants who register by Oct 13 and pay the extra fee will receive their complete race kit by
mail (Germany only, starting Oct 13).[**]
Group-registration: up to 4 people =15 €[*], 5-20 people=20 €[*], 21+ people=25 €[*].
* incl. statutory VAT
** applies only to individual races, shipping within Germany only, one package per registration or group registration
Location: BallsportARENA Dresden
Opening Hours:
Friday, October 24: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 25: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 26: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
The expo features sports gear, running apparel, accessories, health & nutrition products, running events, travel offers and more.
The race area is located near the “Dresden-Hauptbahnhof”-mainstation (approx. 2 km) and “Dresden-Neustadt”-station (approx. 1 km). Dresden International Airport is about 8 km away. For local public transport schedules, please visit: www.dvb.de.
By car or bus, the marathon start can be reached via the A4 motorway, exit Dresden-Altstadt (78), then continue approx. 3 km on the B6 in the direction of the city centre/exhibition grounds. Follow the signs for “MARATHON” and “MESSE/P7”.
Navigation address: 01067 Dresden, Messering 6
Please note: On marathon day, detours and road closures may apply when coming from other directions.
The start/finish area is located near Pieschener Allee/HEINZ-STEYER STADIUM, approximately 800 metres from Dresden city centre (Zwinger Palace, Semper Opera House).
Race packet pick-up, registration office, and the marathon expo are located at:
BallsportARENA Dresden | Weißeritzstraße 4 | 01067 Dresden.
The start/finish area is easily accessible by public transport. Your bib number is valid as a ticket for all local public transport (excluding special services) in the Dresden fare zone on October 26, 2025.
From the Postplatz tram hub and the S-Bahn station Dresden-Mitte, it’s about a 10-minute walk. Tram lines 6 and 11 will take you to the “Kongresszentrum” stop.
Please check for public transport detours on race day.
The service provider for timekeeping is Baer-Service GmbH from Dresden.
Timing is done via RFID disposable transponder integrated into your bib. Attach your bib at chest height using the provided safety pins. Do not fold, cover, or alter the bib—otherwise your time may not be recorded.
Both gross and net times are recorded. Rankings are based on net times. There is no additional timing chip fee. No chip return required.
Label your official clothing bag with your bib number and drop it off at the designated area (tent behind Heinz-Steyer-Stadium).
NO bag drop at the starting line.
Bbags must be collected no later than 1 hour after the official end of the race. The organizer accepts no liability for damage or loss.
From 10:10 a.m. – Starting blocks based on bib number: E (Elite), A, B, C.
The finish line closes at 2.00 p.m.
Will be updated soon.
In cooperation with Ostsächsische Sparkasse and PacerTeam.de, pacers are available for the following
finish times:
1:30 / 1:45 / 2:00 hours
Medals can be engraved at the finish area:
Pre-booked: €10[*] (symbol on bib)
On site (cash only): €15[*]
* incl. statutory VAT
Official race photos will be available from marathonphotos.live. A link to your personal photos will be
emailed after the event.
Available at the finish area. See race packet for up-to-date info and maps.
Every finisher receives a medal.
Awards ceremony:
Marathon overall winners:
Men: 12:00 p.m. | Women: 12:20 p.m.
Awards ceremony takes place at the “RADIO DRESDEN” stage.
Results and certificates will be available online
Join the celebration of the DRESDEN MARATHON’s 25th anniversary!
On Friday, Oct 24, 2025, from 7:00 p.m., we’ll kick off the marathon weekend with a party in the festival tent behind the Heinz-Steyer-Stadium.
Live band “Tänzchentee” will get the crowd going (we promise the name is misleading—it’s not tea time!).
Tickets: €25[*] per person (includes one free drink + entry into the anniversary raffle)
Book your tickets during online registration. Limited to the first 500 participants!
* incl. statutory VAT
Dresden Marathon e. V.
HEINZ-STEYER-STADION
Magdeburger Str. 2
01067 Dresden
Chairman: Axel Teuber
Dresdner Laufevents und Touristik GmbH
HEINZ-STEYER-STADION
Magdeburger Str. 2
01067 Dresden
Managing Directors: Claus Lippmann, Sebastian Zehe
Information is based on the planning status as of April 2025 and subject to approval by the authorities of the City
of Dresden. Changes reserved.
Gender Note: For better readability, we may use only the male or female form for personal nouns. This is not
intended to discriminate against any gender. When we refer to runners or participants, we mean all individuals,
regardless of gender.