Elite Athletes
OCTOBER 11, 2026
The MARATHON MÜNCHEN by Brooks 2026 is waiting for you!
If you are among the top runners and are aiming for an elite entry, we look forward to receiving your application at elite@marathonmuenchen.org
Qualifying times for the race
Marathon
To qualify for the elite field of the marathon, you must have a personal best of under 2:35:00 hours for women and under 2:20:00 hours for men.
Half Marathon
To qualify for the elite field of the half marathon, you must have a personal best of under 1:07:00 hours for men or under 1:15:00 hours for women.
Application
For the review of your application, please submit the following documents by 10 September 2026 to elite@marathonmuenchen.org:
- Current athletic CV (personal bests and achievements)
- Target finishing time for Munich 2026
- Current residential address
- Link to your World Athletics profile (if available)
Please note that the number of elite field entries is limited.
Our services for elite athletes
Our goal is to provide elite athletes with the best possible support so they can deliver peak performances in Munich. All elite starters have the option to provide their own personal race nutrition.