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Cologne Marathon 2025: Mega event and massive road closures expected!
The Cologne Marathon on October 5, 2025 will bring extensive road closures and traffic disruptions in Rodenkirchen and the surrounding area.
Cologne Marathon 2025: Mega event and massive road closures expected!
On October 5, 2025 it will be that time again: The Cologne Marathon will go into the next round and will attract a record number of more than 37,000 runners, which represents an increase of over 21% compared to the previous year. This is the highest number of registrations for the full distance since 2006, as reported by 24rhein.de. The starting signal is fired at Ottoplatz in Cologne-Deutz, the finish is on Comedy Street, very close to the famous Cologne Cathedral.
Preparations are already in full swing. The first road closures will begin on October 3rd and will last until the event. On Saturday, October 4th, residents in Cologne-Deutz have to prepare for closures from 6:30 p.m. that will last until Sunday, October 5th around 4 p.m. Mindener Straße, Ottoplatz as well as parts of Opladener Straße and Auenweg are particularly affected, although the latter remains accessible to residents and visitors to the Claudius Therme, as koeln.de informs.
Road closures and traffic delays
The city of Cologne has agreed to extensive closures to make the marathon possible. On Sunday, October 5th, the streets in several parts of the city will be closed between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. In Deutz, Opladener Strasse, the Deutzer Bridge and other main roads are among those affected. In the city center, the castle wall, Tunisstrasse and Neumarkt, among others, will be closed.
Particularly important for drivers: The left bank of the Rhine remains accessible via the Severins and Zoo Bridges. But that's not all, because the Cologne transport company's road and bus traffic will also be creatively rerouted between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Several lines will be restricted or interrupted, such as lines 1, 7, and 9, with replacement buses being provided.
Spectators and traffic information
Spectators are recommended to use public transport to avoid double bad luck with traffic delays during the event. The KVB will make changes to the lines to best accommodate visitors. And an important note: crossings on closed roads are not allowed!
The Cologne Marathon not only offers a fantastic atmosphere for the runners, but also for all spectators who want to follow the event live. Of course, the streets aren't just closed to participants; The city will ensure that all running routes are cleaned without leaving any residue so that the district can quickly return to its usual rhythm, as koeln.de specifies.
Be prepared, enjoy the spectacle and be part of an unforgettable event that not only makes the hearts of the runners beat faster, but also enlivens and brings the Cologne cityscape together!