Race day
12
Apr 2026
Past eventThe 2026 ADAC Marathon Hannover took place on April 12, 2026. The details below are kept for reference and results.
See the 2027 ADAC Marathon HannoverGermany's Flattest Marathon Course.
Provenance ledger
Every fact, and where it came from
| Field | Value | Source | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 12 April 2026Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Start time | 10:00 local (Europe/Berlin)Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Distances | Full Marathon · Half Marathon · 10K · Relay · Kids' RunCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Location | Hannover, Lower Saxony, GermanyCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Start area | Hannover City Centre, Trammplatz, HannoverConfirm the exact start with the organizerCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Entry price | €75–€85Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Course | Road · Loop · World Athletics certifiedCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Elevation gain | 20 mCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Field size | About 12,000 runners (typical field)Curated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Boston qualifier | YesCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Organizer | Stefanie Eichel / marathon-hannover.deCurated listing · 24 May 2026 | Curated listing | 24 May 2026 |
| Official website | marathon-hannover.deOrganizer · 24 May 2026 | Organizer | 24 May 2026 |
| Listing | Verified listingSunday Marathon review · 24 May 2026 | Sunday Marathon review | 24 May 2026 |
Source is where this listing’s facts came from. Where a field could not be confirmed we leave it blank rather than guess.
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One of Germany's flattest marathon courses hosting the 2026 German Marathon Championships.
Is this race a fit?
These notes are generated from listed Sunday Marathon race facts. They are meant for shortlisting and planning, not as a replacement for official organizer instructions.
Best For
Runners comparing a listed Boston qualifier
ADAC Marathon Hannover belongs on the shortlist when you are comparing Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, Relay, Kids' Run options around Hannover, Lower Saxony, Germany and want the key date, location, registration, and course facts in one place.
Watch For
Confirm entry details before paying
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
Decision Signal
Performance claims need source checks
ADAC Marathon Hannover should be evaluated as a full race-weekend choice in Hannover, Lower Saxony, Germany, not only as a date on a calendar. Start with road surface, loop course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Weather notes are listed, so factor them into gear and pacing decisions.
- Date And Schedule
ADAC Marathon Hannover is currently listed for April 12, 2026, which makes the April planning window important for training and travel. Recheck official timing before race week.
- Location Base
Plan around Hannover, Lower Saxony, Germany, then verify the exact start area, finish area, packet pickup, and post-race exit route before booking non-refundable travel.
- Course Fit
Listed course signals include road surface, loop course, certified course, Boston qualifier listing. Use them to compare effort, pacing risk, and training fit before relying on the race for a specific goal.
- Entry Readiness
A registration path is listed; review entry rules, refund terms, and transfer policies before paying.
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