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Side-by-side comparison of elevation, PB potential, beginner friendliness, terrain, weather, and entry details. Pick two races and see how they stack up.
Race A
vs
Race B
Race A
BMW Berlin Marathon
Best for
Elite PB chasingNewer marathonersWorld Major bucket-list
Race B
Valencia Trinidad Alfonso Marathon
Best for
Elite PB chasingNewer marathonersFlat-course PBs
Race A
BMW Berlin Marathon
Berlin, Germany
Race B
Valencia Trinidad Alfonso Marathon
Valencia, Spain
Date
Expected September 2027
Dec 6, 2026
Month
Sep
Dec
Location
🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany
🇪🇸 Valencia, Spain
Terrain
Road
Road
Elevation gain
61 m
▲
36 m
PB potential
Beginner friendly
World Major
✓ Yes
No
Entry type
Lottery
Open
Entry status
Check official site
Registration open
Season
Autumn · Europe
Winter · Europe
Race-day temp.
12–20°C
10–16°C
Conditions
Crisp and clear, classic PB conditions
Clear and cool, ideal racing weather
Humidity
45–60%
55–65%
Wind
5–15 km/h variable
10–15 km/h W
Qualifies for
Boston Marathon
Boston Marathon
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