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Karneval Marathon Köln
Cologne, Germany
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km
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Marathons (42.2 km) in Germany
113 verified events with 283 individual races (36 confirmed dates) in Germany complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events11336 confirmed dates
Competitions283Races & courses
Distances5 - 63.3 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+294 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Ring Running Series
Hockenheim, Germany
November 21, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunFestive
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Schloss Marienburg Marathon
Hanover, Germany
November 21, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunCastles+1
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Bärenfels Heiligabend Marathon
Hoppstädten-Weiersbach, Germany
December 24, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km10 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
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HÜLSKENS Marathon Wesel
Wesel, Germany
January 3, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
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Wintermarathon Leipzig
Leipzig, Germany
January 16, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
Nature & Off-RoadRelay+1
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Marathonstaffellauf Mörfelden
Mörfelden, Germany
January 17, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
RelayCity Run
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Winterstaffel Pulheim
Pulheim, Germany
January 31, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunRelay+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 | Karneval Marathon Köln | Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Ring Running Series | Hockenheim, Baden-Württemberg, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Schloss Marienburg Marathon | Hanover, Lower Saxony, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 24, 2026 | Bärenfels Heiligabend Marathon | Hoppstädten-Weiersbach, Rhineland-Palatinate, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 3, 2027 | HÜLSKENS Marathon Wesel | Wesel, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Jan 16, 2027 | Wintermarathon Leipzig | Leipzig, Saxony, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
| Jan 17, 2027 | Marathonstaffellauf Mörfelden | Mörfelden, Hesse, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Jan 31, 2027 | Winterstaffel Pulheim | Pulheim, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Jan 31, 2027 | Johannesbad Therme Marathon | Bad Füssing, Bavaria, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 6, 2027 | Marburg Lahn Valley Run | Marburg, Hesse, DE | Road Running | 50 km42.2 km30 km21.1 km |
| Mar 7, 2027 | Neckarufer Marathon | Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km |
| Mar 14, 2027 | Königsforst Marathon | Bensberg, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE | Road Running | 63.3 km42.2 km21.1 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The classic 42.195 km marathon is the flagship road running challenge, rewarding structured preparation and disciplined pacing. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. In this Marathons (42.2 km) in Germany directory, RunningCompass curates 113 events comprising 283 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 5 km to 63.3 km and elevation gains up to +294 m. Key host locations include Cologne, Hockenheim, Hanover, Hoppstädten-Weiersbach. Notable events in this selection include Karneval Marathon Köln, Ring Running Series, Schloss Marienburg Marathon.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Marathons (42.2 km) in Germany?
This overview currently includes 113 verified events featuring 283 individual races. Of these, 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 77 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Marathons (42.2 km) in Germany?
Races in this selection span distances of 5 km to 63.3 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +294 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Marathons (42.2 km) in Germany?
Top host locations include Cologne, Hockenheim, Hanover, Hoppstädten-Weiersbach, Wesel. Representative events in the catalog include Karneval Marathon Köln, Ring Running Series, Schloss Marienburg Marathon, Bärenfels Heiligabend Marathon. The classic 42.195 km marathon is the flagship road running challenge, rewarding structured preparation and disciplined pacing.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Marathons (42.2 km) in Germany?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 283 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.