2007-09-29
The weekend of September 29^th – 30^th is highlighted with an important sports event, Berlin Marathon, which welcomes those who are ready to check their stamina. The event was first organised in 1974 and was then called "Berliner Volksmarathon" with only 286 participants taking part. Nowadays about 35,000 runners participate in this 26-mile (42km) race. The marathon is already booked so you are not able to take part. However, it’s a wonderful opportunity to back up your friends and enjoy Berlin’s attractions, since the route lies past Victory Column, Unter den Linden, the State Opera, Schlossstrasse in Steglitz, the Botanical Garden and Potsdamer Platz, and finishes at the Brandenburg Gate. If you are looking for something innovative, visit the Skating Marathon on September 29^th. The marathon welcomes professionals as well as beginners and promises lots of fun.

Nearest hotels:
Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin
Rocco Forte Hotel De Rome
Marriott Berlin