Rhein-Ruhr Marathon
Rhein-Ruhr Marathon gives Duisburg a flat city course, arena finish, and early-May race slot with Mika Timing handling timing and online entry.
Rhein-Ruhr Marathon quick facts
- Flat Duisburg city course built for steady pacing rather than trail or hill difficulty.
- Finish line is inside Schauinsland-Reisen-Arena.
- Marathon starts at 08:30 with a 5:30 hour limit.
- Mika Timing handles chip timing and the current registration flow.
What is the Rhein-Ruhr Marathon?
The Rhein-Ruhr Marathon is a long-running Duisburg road race with a city course and a finish inside Schauinsland-Reisen-Arena. It fills a useful early-May slot for German marathon coverage beyond the biggest spring races.
Rhein-Ruhr Marathon course route
The marathon runs 42.195 km through Duisburg and finishes inside Schauinsland-Reisen-Arena. The race is more city-road marathon than rural loop, with Mika Timing chip timing and a 5:30 hour marathon limit.
Weather for the Rhein-Ruhr Marathon
Early May in the Ruhr can be mild, wet, or warmer than expected. Urban pavement and open road sections make pacing easier on cool days and less forgiving if the sun comes out.
Past Rhein-Ruhr Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, May 10, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
Rhein-Ruhr Marathon FAQ
When is the Rhein-Ruhr Marathon?
We're waiting for the finalized date for the 2027 Rhein-Ruhr Marathon. The most recent running was on Sunday, May 10, 2026.
How do I register for the Rhein-Ruhr Marathon?
You can register for the Rhein-Ruhr Marathon at portal.mikatiming.de.