GENERALI MUNICH MARATHON
Marathon in the Bavarian capital
Running 42.195 km requires stamina. Therefor you will rewarded with numerous famous sights of the Bavarian capital. Due to renovation work in the Olympic Stadium, the finish line is at Hans-Jochen-Vogel-Platz right next to the Olympic Hall. The marathon course is officially measured and recognized.
The course runs from the Olympic Park to Leopoldstrasse with the Siegestor, over Schelling- and Theresienstraße to the English Garden. From there, past the Chinese Tower and Bogenhausen with its art nouveau villas, through the eastern part of Munich and over the Isar bridge. Continuing through Isartor, over Tal to Marienplatz and via the Bavarian State Opera to Odeonsplatz. The last 5 kilometers are just spectacular: Via Ludwigstrasse, Leopoldstrasse and Franz-Jospeh-Strasse back to the finish line in the Olympic Park – for the Grand Final!
Everything you need to know
Registration & Fees
The registration for the marathon course at the 38th GENERALI MUNICH MARATHON on October 13th, 2024 is open now, until September 29, 2024. Late registration will be open between October 6 and October 12, 2024.
Fees:
Registration until
March 31, 2024
115 €*
Registration from
April 1 to June 30, 2024
120,- €*
Registration from
July 1 to September 29, 2024
135,- €*
Late registration from
October 6 to October 12, 2024
140,- €*
* Prices include 7% VAT. After registration, there is no entitlement to a refund.
Included in the starting fee:
- Starter package with GMM starter bag (bib number with integrated transponder for timekeeping and 4 safety pins)
- Running organization and course closure
- Entertainment on the course by at least 20 music groups
- Clothes depot and shower facilities
- Pacemaker service
- Refreshments along the course and at the finish line
- Finisher medal at the finish line
- Post-race physiotherapy at the Olympic Swimming Hall
- Medical assistance if needed
- Certificate download online
Starter package
Every runner will receive a starter package (race kit):
Personal bib number with integrated transponder for timekeeping.
GMM starter bag. For safety and capacity reasons, we ask that you only use the GMM starter bag for storing clothes on Sunday.
Pre-ordered vouchers (e.g. medal engraving, running shirt) will be issued together with the start number.
* The race kit (bib number, GMM starter bag, voucher for medal engraving and running shirt) can be picked up in person or by an authorized person (private written power of attorney* and identification document of the authorized person).
Pick up location:
Business rooms in the Olympic Hall (Olympic Parc Munich)
You can pick up the pre-ordered running shirt at the starting number distribution point. Please present the voucher you sent with you at the pick-up point for the running shirts and the medal engraving.
Pick up time:
Friday, October 11th, 2024 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, October 12, 2024 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday, October 13, 2024 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
*Power of attorney: A document signed by you with your data (name, etc.) as well as that of the authorized representative is sufficient. The authorized representative also needs a valid photo ID.
Bib number
Only runners with the official GMM 2024 bib number are admitted to the start. The RFID transponder for timekeeping is integrated into the bib number. It is located on the backside of the bib number.
The bib number is not transferable! Please attach the bib number with safety pins so that it is clearly visible at chest height. Changing or covering the lettering and sponsor logos is not permitted and will result in disqualification. Anyone running without a bib number will be removed from the course by the event organizers. It is not necessary to return the bib number after the event.
Start times and starting area
The marathon starts at Hans-Jochen-Vogel-Platz (formerly Coubertinplatz) in the Olympic Park. The start will take place from 9 a.m. in several starting groups. The start times will be announced later. Only runners with an official bib number are allowed to enter the starting area. The start time is marked on the bib number. All textiles left in the starting area will be collected. Textiles will not be returned.
Finish time and finish area
The finish is the Olympic Park in Munich. Due to the renovation work in the Olympic Stadium, the finish is at Hans-Jochen-Vogel-Platz (formerly Coubertinplatz). The finish line is at 03:40 p.m. The throughput times on the running course must be adhered to and will be displayed by a final vehicle. The event period is limited in time and the road closures on the running course only exist within the specified running times. Runners who exceed the time limit on the running course will be asked to continue the race on the sidewalks.
Pacemaker
The pacemakers line up in the designated starting group according to their target time. Each pacemaker can be identified in the crowd of runners by flags with the finish time printed on them. The following marathon pacemakers are in action: 03:00 hours; 03:15 hours; 03:30 hours; 03:45 hours; 04:00 hours; 04:15 hours; 04:30 hours; 04:45 hours and 05:00 hours.
Timekeeping and live tracking
The timekeeping at the GENERALI MUNICH MARATHON is carried out exclusively via the RFID transponder (disposable transponder) in the personal bib number. Please attach the bib number with safety pins at chest height. No additional transponders are required. The finishers who properly cross the start and finish lines as well as all control mats laid out on the route will be evaluated according to the net time (effective running time).
Use the live data stream on www.generalimuenchenmarathon.de to keep your friends and family up to date about your race. Live tracking will be available on Sunday, October 13th, 2024.
Changing rooms and clothing depot
The clothing drop-off point is located in the Olympic Hall on Marathon Sunday. Please use only the GMM sports bag, which will be issued with your bib number, to hand in your clothes. Please mark your bib number clearly on your GMM sports bag.
For other sports bags or larger items of luggage, we offer a cloakroom at the Infopoint for a fee (5,- € per bag). After the race, you can collect your GMM sports bag by 4 p.m. on presentation of your bib number.
Changing facilities are also available in the Olympic Park.
Showering and physiotherapy
After the run, changing rooms will be available in the Olympic Hall from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The showers are located directly in the Olympic Swimming Hall.
60 Physiotherapists will be available in the Olympic Swimming Hall. The massages are open until 5 p.m. on Marathon Sunday.
Refreshments during the race
There are refreshment points at kilometer 13 / kilometer 20 / kilometer 26.5 / kilometer 31.5 / kilometer 36.8 and kilometer 38.4. M-water, energy bars, bananas and electrolyte drinks are offered at the refreshment points. In addition there are refreshment points with M-water at kilometer 5.5 / kilometer 8.5 / kilometer 16.5 / kilometer 23.5 / kilometer 28.8 and kilometer 33.2.
Self-catering
For runners with a target time of up to 03:30 hours or for those who require individual catering due to medical reasons/allergies, there is the option to provide their own drinks (exclusively in plastic bottles!). The bottles must be marked with the kilometer of the refreshment station and the bib number. Self-catering can be deposited at the Info Point in the Olympic Hall on Saturday, October 12, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Sunday, October 13, 2024, from 7 a.m. to 07:30 a.m. The organizer accepts no liability for loss or damage. The self-catering will be deposited at the beginning of the refreshment stations (only on the right) on a separate table.
Finish line catering
At the finish in the Olympic Park, runners can expect refreshments at the finish with M-water, energy bars, Vitamin Well recovery drinks, fruits, cakes and pretzels. Please note that access to the finish refreshments is only possible once.
Medals & engraving
Each finisher receives a commemorative medal at the finish. An engraving with name and time is possible on marathon Sunday in the Olympic Park (the exact location will be announced later). You can purchase the engraving on site for 18,- € or redeem your voucher. Pre-ordered vouchers for 16,- € will be issued with the start number.
Award ceremony
The award ceremony for the marathon will take place at 12 noon.
Results and certificates
The result lists and certificates will be available to download and print out on the Internet at www.generalimuenchenmarathon.de on the day of the event. Certificates will not be sent by post.
Run safe | First aid
Don’t look away – anyone can help in an emergency. The most important thing: offer help and dial the emergency number! In an emergency,For acute medical emergencies, the Bavarian Red Cross will be available in the Olympic Park and along the course. In an emergency, please dial the emergency number 112. Important information for the emergency services are the five W questions: Where has something happened? Who is calling? What has happened? How many people affected? Wait for a response.
Your health
Runners who do not want to jeopardise their health should have a sports medical examination once a year. In addition, you should pay attention to your body’s warning signals during the run and stop your run if necessary. If you have acute infections or complaints, we strongly advise you not to start. If you are unsure about this, be sure to consult a doctor for advice. This recommendation applies to all distances and disciplines.
Environment & Waste Management
The environment is very important to us. We contribute to climate protection in a variety of ways and are committed to delivering an environmentally friendly major sporting event. You can help too! We encourage all runners to travel to the event by public transport. The Olympic Park and the English Garden (Chinese Tower) are easily accessible by public transport (MVV). There will be warm blanket drop-off points at Hans-Jochen-Vogel-Platz at the start/finish area. Thank you for your support!
Please dispose of used cups and litter at the refreshment points in the bins provided. The bins will be located immediately after each aid station along the course. At the finish area in the Olympiapark (Hans-Jochen-Vogel-Platz), please dispose of your waste in the bins provided. In order to be able to reuse the reusable cups in the finish catering area, please return the cups at the exit of the finish catering area and dispose of them in the separate containers.
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