Photo: Coconino National Forest · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlon
TRIndoor - das Winterbattle
Erfurt, Germany
January 31, 2027Date confirmed
12.8 km
City RunRelay+2
DERegional Running Calendar
Running in Thuringia
26 verified events (22 confirmed dates) and 89 races in Thuringia with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events2622 confirmed dates
Competitions89Races & courses
Distances4 - 170 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,420 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Photo: Philipp Konetschni · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningMountain Biking
Kyffhäuser Bergmarathon
Bad Frankenhausen/Kyffhäuser, Germany
April 10, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km39.9 km21.8 km21.1 km+3
MountainNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Philipp Konetschni · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Werratal Marathon
Treffurt, Germany
April 18, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km
Lakes & PondsNature & Off-Road+1
Photo: Strubbl · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf
Schmiedefeld am Rennsteig, Germany
May 22, 2027Date confirmed
73.9 km42.2 km21.1 km17.4 km
ForestNature & Off-Road+2
Photo: Lance Cpl. Jason Jimenez · Public Domain · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlon
Powertriathlon Gera
Gera, Germany
May 29, 2027 to May 30, 2027Date confirmed
51.5 km25.7 km
City RunKids & Youth Races+2
Photo: Philipp Konetschni · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Skatstadtmarathon
Altenburg, Germany
June 12, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km13 km5 km+1
City RunCulture & History+2
Photo: Strubbl · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Rennsteig Staffellauf
Hörschel, Germany
June 19, 2027Date confirmed
170 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+1
Photo: Philipp Konetschni · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
Thuringia ULTRA
Fröttstädt, Germany
July 3, 2027Date confirmed
100 km
City RunRelay+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2027 | TRIndoor - das Winterbattle | Erfurt, Thuringia, DE | Triathlon | 12.8 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 10, 2027 | Kyffhäuser Bergmarathon | Bad Frankenhausen/Kyffhäuser, Thuringia, DE | Road RunningMountain Biking | 42.2 km39.9 km21.8 km21.1 km |
| Apr 18, 2027 | Werratal Marathon | Treffurt, Thuringia, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2027 | GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf | Schmiedefeld am Rennsteig, Thuringia, DE | Road Running | 73.9 km42.2 km21.1 km17.4 km |
| May 29, 2027 - May 30, 2027 | Powertriathlon Gera | Gera, Thuringia, DE | Triathlon | 51.5 km25.7 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 12, 2027 | Skatstadtmarathon | Altenburg, Thuringia, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km13 km5 km |
| Jun 19, 2027 | Rennsteig Staffellauf | Hörschel, Thuringia, DE | Trail Running | 170 km |
July 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 3, 2027 | Thuringia ULTRA | Fröttstädt, Thuringia, DE | Trail Running | 100 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2027 | Weimar City Run | Weimar, Thuringia, DE | Road Running | 22 km11 km |
| Oct 16, 2027 | Jena Kernberg Mountain Run | Jena, Thuringia, DE | Trail Running | 27 km15 km5 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Erfurt-Triathlon | Erfurt, Thuringia, DE | Triathlon | 51.5 km25.75 km12.9 km |
| Date to be announced | Bergsee Triathlon | Schleusingen, Thuringia, DE | Triathlon | 51.5 km25.75 km12.9 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Thuringia (Europe, Germany) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 26 public events and 89 individual races, including 22 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Triathlon, and Trail Running. Key host locations include Erfurt, Bad Frankenhausen/Kyffhäuser, Treffurt, and Schmiedefeld am Rennsteig. Notable events in the selection include TRIndoor - das Winterbattle, Kyffhäuser Bergmarathon, and Werratal Marathon.
Race distances span from 4 km to 170 km, reaching up to +4,420 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Thuringia 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 Thuringia?
RunningCompass currently lists 26 verified events with 89 individual races in Thuringia. A total of 22 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include TRIndoor - das Winterbattle, Kyffhäuser Bergmarathon, and Werratal Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Thuringia?
Events in Thuringia focus on Road Running, Triathlon, and Trail Running. Course distances range from 4 km entry-level races up to 170 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Erfurt, Bad Frankenhausen/Kyffhäuser, Treffurt, and Schmiedefeld am Rennsteig.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Thuringia?
The most selective courses in Thuringia climb up to +4,420 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 Thuringia?
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.