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Karneval Marathon Köln
Cologne, Germany
November 11, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km
City RunCulture & History+3
DERoad Running · Germany · 323 Events · 700 Races
Road Running in Germany
323 verified events with 700 individual races (36 confirmed dates) in Germany complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events32336 confirmed dates
Competitions700Races & courses
Distances1 - 42.2 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+240 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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Course de la Saint-Nicolas de Mayence
Mainz, Germany
December 5, 2026Date confirmed
12 km6 km3 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+1
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LBS-Nikolauslauf Tübingen
Tübingen, Germany
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
21.1 km
City RunPublic Park
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ATG Winter Run Aachen
Aachen, Germany
December 13, 2026Date confirmed
18 km
City RunCulture & History+2
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Bärenfels Heiligabend Marathon
Hoppstädten-Weiersbach, Germany
December 24, 2026Date confirmed
42.2 km10 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Flocci Nivis · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningNordic Walking
Silvesterlauf Werl-Soest
Werl, Germany
December 31, 2026Date confirmed
15 km5 km
City RunFestive
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 5, 2026 | Course de la Saint-Nicolas de Mayence | Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate, DE | Road Running | 12 km6 km3 km |
| Dec 6, 2026 | LBS-Nikolauslauf Tübingen | Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, DE | Road Running | 21.1 km |
| Dec 13, 2026 | ATG Winter Run Aachen | Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE | Road RunningTrail Running | 18 km |
| Dec 24, 2026 | Bärenfels Heiligabend Marathon | Hoppstädten-Weiersbach, Rhineland-Palatinate, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km10 km |
| Dec 31, 2026 | Silvesterlauf Werl-Soest | Werl, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE | Road RunningNordic Walking | 15 km5 km |
| Dec 31, 2026 | Silvesterlauf Trier | Trier, Rhineland-Palatinate, DE | Road Running | 5 km2 km1 km |
| Dec 31, 2026 | Aachen New Year's Eve Run | Aachen, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE | Road Running | 9.6 km4.8 km |
| Dec 31, 2026 | Bietigheim New Year's Eve Run | Bietigheim-Bissingen, Baden-Württemberg, DE | Road Running | 10.75 km |
| Dec 31, 2026 | Hannover New Year's Eve Run | Hanover, Lower Saxony, DE | Road Running | 5.8 km1.5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras. Road running events feature paved surfaces, exact kilometer markers, and structured aid stations, making them ideal for both first-time runners and personal best attempts. In this Road Running in Germany directory, RunningCompass curates 323 events comprising 700 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 1 km to 42.2 km and elevation gains up to +240 m. Key host locations include Cologne, Hockenheim, Hanover, Mainz. 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 Road Running in Germany?
This overview currently includes 323 verified events featuring 700 individual races. Of these, 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 287 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Road Running in Germany?
Races in this selection span distances of 1 km to 42.2 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +240 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, Nordic Walking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Road Running in Germany?
Top host locations include Cologne, Hockenheim, Hanover, Mainz, Tübingen. Representative events in the catalog include Karneval Marathon Köln, Ring Running Series, Schloss Marienburg Marathon, Course de la Saint-Nicolas de Mayence. Measured asphalt and city courses ranging from fast 5K and 10K races to international half marathons, marathons, and 100K road ultras.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Road Running in Germany?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 700 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.