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Mountainman Nikolaus-Trail
Pommelsbrunn, Germany
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
44 km32 km17 km11 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
DERegional Running Calendar
Running in Bavaria
115 verified events (36 confirmed dates) and 403 races in Bavaria with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events11536 confirmed dates
Competitions403Races & courses
Distances2 - 100 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+3,900 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Mountainman Wintertrail
Reit im Winkl, Germany
January 23, 2027 to January 24, 2027Date confirmed
42 km30 km22 km14 km
MountainNature & Off-Road+2
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Johannesbad Therme Marathon
Bad Füssing, Germany
January 31, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History
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Spartan Race Munich
Munich, Germany
April 9, 2027 to April 10, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km3 km4 h
FestiveKids & Youth Races+8
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Forstenrieder Volkslauf Munich
Munich, Germany
April 10, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km6.8 km
City RunForest
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Obermain Marathon
Bad Staffelstein, Germany
April 11, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km13 km
Nature & Off-RoadCulture & History+1
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Roe-Cross
Heidenfeld, Germany
April 18, 2027Date confirmed
22.8 km11.4 km5.7 km4 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
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Halbmarathon München
Munich, Germany
April 18, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km10 km5 km
Kids & Youth RacesCity Run+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2026 | Mountainman Nikolaus-Trail | Pommelsbrunn, Bavaria, DE | Trail Running | 44 km32 km17 km11 km |
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 2027 - Jan 24, 2027 | Mountainman Wintertrail | Reit im Winkl, Bavaria, DE | Trail Running | 42 km30 km22 km14 km |
| Jan 31, 2027 | Johannesbad Therme Marathon | Bad Füssing, Bavaria, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 2027 - Apr 10, 2027 | Spartan Race Munich | Munich, Bavaria, DE | Obstacle Course Racing | 10 km5 km3 km4 h |
| Apr 10, 2027 | Forstenrieder Volkslauf Munich | Munich, Bavaria, DE | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km6.8 km |
| Apr 11, 2027 | Obermain Marathon | Bad Staffelstein, Bavaria, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km13 km |
| Apr 18, 2027 | Roe-Cross | Heidenfeld, Bavaria, DE | Trail Running | 22.8 km11.4 km5.7 km4 km |
| Apr 18, 2027 | Halbmarathon München | Munich, Bavaria, DE | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Apr 18, 2027 | Augsburger swa-Straßenlauf | Augsburg, Bavaria, DE | Road Running | 21.1 km7 km |
| Apr 23, 2027 - Apr 24, 2027 | Ultratrail Fränkische Schweiz (UTFS) | Ebermannstadt, Bavaria, DE | Trail Running | 100 km66 km33 km15 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | Würzburg Residence Run | Würzburg, Bavaria, DE | Road Running | 10 km5 km2.5 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2027 - May 8, 2027 | Mountainmann Nesselwang | Nesselwang, Bavaria, DE | Trail Running | 42 km33 km21 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Bavaria (Europe, Germany) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 115 public events and 403 individual races, including 36 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Obstacle Course Racing. Key host locations include Pommelsbrunn, Reit im Winkl, Bad Füssing, and Munich. Notable events in the selection include Mountainman Nikolaus-Trail, Mountainman Wintertrail, and Johannesbad Therme Marathon.
Race distances span from 2 km to 100 km, reaching up to +3,900 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Bavaria includes an interactive MapLibre course map powered by OpenStreetMap, a high-resolution SVG elevation profile with gradient telemetry, and a direct GPX track download.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many running events and races take place in Bavaria?
RunningCompass currently lists 115 verified events with 403 individual races in Bavaria. A total of 36 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Mountainman Nikolaus-Trail, Mountainman Wintertrail, and Johannesbad Therme Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Bavaria?
Events in Bavaria focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Obstacle Course Racing. Course distances range from 2 km entry-level races up to 100 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Pommelsbrunn, Reit im Winkl, Bad Füssing, and Munich.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Bavaria?
The most selective courses in Bavaria climb up to +3,900 m of positive elevation gain. Each event page provides exact altitude range, ascent (+m), descent (-m), average and maximum gradient, an interactive course map, and a downloadable GPX file.
How can I find dates and register for running events in Bavaria?
The monthly race calendar on this page groups all confirmed dates chronologically alongside annual events awaiting their next date announcement. Use the discipline, distance, and month links or switch to the interactive map view (/en/events?view=map) to inspect individual event profiles and official organizer registration links.