Your race material for the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON
All participants of the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON will receive their race material exclusively at the HALF MARATHON EXPO.
The race material pick up must be made in person without exception. For this you need:
- Your photo document (identity card, passport or driver's license)
- Your start card → which you receive 7-10 days before the event by e-mail and will then also be available as a download in your user account
NOTE: Please be aware of the new location of the HALF MARATHON EXPO. In 2025 it will take place at Messe Berlin.
What you get:

Athletes wristband
an athletes wristband, which will be placed on you at the HALF MARATHON EXPO
IMPORTANT: Please do not remove it under any circumstances, as on the day of the event, entry to the start area will only be granted with a participation wristband!

Bib number
your personal bib number, incl. TAG on the back for timekeeping
You can recognise your start group with a letter (A-G) on your bib number. The start groups are allocated on the basis of the best time or expected finish time stated in your online registration.
The bib number may not be changed or passed on to another person.

Extras
if booked, extras such as the adidas event shirt or other additional services are waiting for you at the HALF MARATHON EXPO.
Booked extras will be shown on your bib number.
Athletes with a hearing impairment:
You have the option of picking up a back number at the support desk that identifies you as such. This number is not mandatory, but it helps to support other participants when overtaking and in the case of a warning.
Athletes with visual impairment:
A guide number can also be collected at the support desk for registered guides. Please come with your guide and a photo ID to collect your guide bib number at the support desk.
WHEN:
Friday, April 4th,
11am to 8pm*
Saturday, April 5th,
9am - 6.30pm*
*Opening hours subject to change
WHERE:
Messe Berlin
Messedamm 22
14055 Berlin
Access: Entrance “Messe Süd” (Jafféstraße)
Arrival:
S-Bahn: Line S3/ S5/ S9 to the Station "Messe Süd" + approx. 5 min. walk
Bus: Bus line 349 to Jafféstraße + approx. 9 min. walk
Metro: U2 Kaiserdamm + approx. 25 min. walk
WHAT:
In addition to the race material, the HALF MARATHON EXPO offers:
- a wide selection of national and international exhibitors from the fields of sport, active tourism, wellness and nutrition
- an extensive catering area
- exclusive GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON products in the merchandising area
Note:
To avoid queues, we recommend that you pick up your race materials for the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON on Friday morning if possible. Friday afternoon and Saturday can be very crowded.
Important information:
- Permitted bag size corresponds to the hand luggage size in the airplane: max. 55x40x25 cm.
- Pets are not allowed on the EXPO grounds.
- If we have to temporarily close the exhibition halls during opening hours due to overcrowding, participants who have to collect their race material will have priority over visitors.
- Please also note the list of prohibited items.
GENERALI
Generali Germany has been our partner since 2018. The insurance group is part of the international Generali Group and thus also part of a company that is over 190 years old, its history and its heritage. In 2017, the company launched a new sponsorship strategy - “Generali moves Germany”.
The initiative aims to motivate people to lead active health and environmentally conscious lives. Taking part, not watching, is crucial here. In recent years, Generali has thus become one of the largest and most important sponsors in German running. Running promotes physical and mental health and thus has a preventive effect against numerous common diseases. Moreover, hardly any other sport can be practiced in such a resource-saving and environmentally friendly way. Together with the event organizers, Generali develops programs that make major events demonstrably sustainable: in the areas of environmental and climate protection and social commitment.
About 9 million customers are insured with the companies of Generali Germany, which include the brands Generali, CosmosDirekt and Dialog in the life, health and property/casualty segments. Generali's objective is to be a lifetime partner for its customers, offering innovative, individual solutions and services thanks to an excellent sales network in exclusive and direct sales as well as in the broker channel. Generali Germany is part of the "Germany, Austria and Switzerland" (DACH) business unit, which was newly created in 2022.
adidas
Everything at adidas reflects the spirit of our founder, Adi Dassler. Improving the athlete’s performance was his goal; today, his legacy continues with the consumer at the heart of everything the adidas brand does.
The number of runners in Germany is constantly increasing. No matter where they come from, they all have the same goal: Improve. Better runners, better athletes and in the end a better version of themselves.
adidas Running has something for everyone – we want help each person achieve their individual goals. What counts is personal development, which goes far beyond the personal best.
ERDINGER Alkoholfrei
ERDINGER Alkoholfrei refreshes all finishers behind the finish line. ERDINGER Alkoholfrei is the ideal beverage after sports: isotonic, rich in vitamins, and low in calories. And ERDINGER Alkoholfrei has only 125 kcl per 0.5-liter bottle! Because a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important!
YoPRO
YoPRO is the new high-protein brand from Danone that supports consumers in achieving their individual fitness and exercise goals. With a diverse range of high protein dairy products free from added sugar and fat, and containing 15 to 23 grams of protein per serving, YoPRO offers the ideal solution for an active and healthy lifestyle. Enriched with magnesium and vitamin B9, YoPRO helps the body build muscle and reduce fatigue.*
*Proteins contribute to the maintenance and increase of muscle mass. Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function. Vitamin B9 (folate) helps reduce tiredness and fatigue.
Höffner
Keep on running – with Höffner
The right amount of regeneration is as important as your training. Discover our large selection of comfortable beds and sofas. And for your running clothes and shoes you can also get practical cabinets from us. Just take a look!
More than furniture
Möbel Höffner is your full-service dealer for furniture and kitchens in Germany. We combine our artisan roots with modern retailing in 24 spacious furniture centers in Germany and, of course, online.
MAURTEN
Developed for endurance athletes, Maurten fuels the fastest to world records and gold medals. With a sports fuel range including Gels and Drink Mixes made from patented Hydrogel Technology and Solid energy bars, athletes can easily consume the carbohydrates needed to sustain performance in training and racing.
Hydrogel Technology encapsulates the carbohydrates — the currency of fueling — in a hydrogel and carries them through the stomach to be absorbed — making fueling for sports easier. Maurten is the official Hydrogel Sports Fuel Partner of the GENERALI BERLIN HALF MARATHON — fueling runners on race day with Gel 100 and Drink Mix 160 on-course.
Titanic Hotels
TITANIC Hotels Group is an established and reputable hotel chain based in Istanbul, operating luxury hotels in various cities in Turkey and Germany, founded in 1997. The Group is known for special quality of service, its unique accommodations often with historic architecture, its attention to detail and its first-class culinary offerings. The company is committed to sustainability and environmental protection and is involved in social projects. The group has received numerous awards in recent years.