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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
Race B
Race A

TCS London Marathon

Best for

Strong PB attemptsNewer marathonersWorld Major bucket-list
Race B

BMW Berlin Marathon

Best for

Elite PB chasingNewer marathonersWorld Major bucket-list
Race A

TCS London Marathon

London, United Kingdom

Race B

BMW Berlin Marathon

Berlin, Germany

Date
Expected April 2027
Expected September 2027
Month
Apr
Sep
Location
🇬🇧 London, United Kingdom
🇩🇪 Berlin, Germany
Terrain
Road
Road
Elevation gain
84 m
▲
61 m
PB potential
▲
Beginner friendly
World Major
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Entry type
Lottery
Lottery
Entry status
Check official site
Check official site
Season
Spring · Europe
Autumn · Europe
Race-day temp.
9–15°C
12–20°C
Conditions
Cool and overcast, occasional light rain
Crisp and clear, classic PB conditions
Humidity
60–70%
45–60%
Wind
10–20 km/h SW
5–15 km/h variable
Qualifies for
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Boston Marathon

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