Photo: Dietmar Rabich · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Wintermarathon Leipzig
Leipzig, Germany
January 16, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km
Nature & Off-RoadRelay+1
DERegional Running Calendar
Running in the Free State of Saxony
26 verified events (26 confirmed dates) and 85 races in Free State of Saxony with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events2626 confirmed dates
Competitions85Races & courses
Distances4 - 219 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+2,620 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
Photo: Dietmar Rabich · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Philipp Konetschni · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Novaled Citylauf Dresden
Dresden, Germany
March 21, 2027Date confirmed
10 km5 km
City RunKids & Youth Races
Photo: Philipp Konetschni · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad RunningWalking & Hiking
Leipzig Marathon
Leipzig, Germany
April 18, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km4 km
City RunCulture & History+2
Photo: X-Weinzar · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
Oberelbe Marathon
Dresden, Germany
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History
Photo: Syced · CC0 1.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTriathlon
Sparkassen Schloßtriathlon Moritzburg
Moritzburg, Germany
June 12, 2027 to June 13, 2027Date confirmed
219 km110 km51.5 km25.75 km
RelayCity Run+1
Photo: Fukumoto · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Cycling
Neuseen Classic
Leipzig, Germany
June 13, 2027Date confirmed
212 km100 km60 km
City RunNature & Off-Road+3
Photo: Philipp Konetschni · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsRoad Running
REWE Team Challenge Dresden
Dresden, Germany
June 22, 2027Date confirmed
5 km
City RunRelay
Photo: Philipp Konetschni · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail Running
SachsenTrail
Breitenbrunn, Germany
June 25, 2027 to June 27, 2027Date confirmed
74 km36 km20 km16 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 16, 2027 | Wintermarathon Leipzig | Leipzig, Saxony, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km |
March 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 21, 2027 | Novaled Citylauf Dresden | Dresden, Saxony, DE | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2027 | Leipzig Marathon | Leipzig, Saxony, DE | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km4 km |
| Apr 25, 2027 | Oberelbe Marathon | Dresden, Saxony, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 12, 2027 - Jun 13, 2027 | Sparkassen Schloßtriathlon Moritzburg | Moritzburg, Saxony, DE | Triathlon | 219 km110 km51.5 km25.75 km |
| Jun 13, 2027 | Neuseen Classic | Leipzig, Saxony, DE | Road Cycling | 212 km100 km60 km |
| Jun 22, 2027 | REWE Team Challenge Dresden | Dresden, Saxony, DE | Road Running | 5 km |
| Jun 25, 2027 - Jun 27, 2027 | SachsenTrail | Breitenbrunn, Saxony, DE | Trail Running | 74 km36 km20 km16 km |
August 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2027 | VSB Dresden Night Run | Dresden, Saxony, DE | Road Running | 11.5 km6.2 km |
September 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2027 - Sep 5, 2027 | DresdenHALF | Dresden, Saxony, DE | Road Running | 21.1 km5 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2027 | XTERRA O-SEE Ultra Marathon | Oybin, Saxony, DE | Trail Running | 65 km50.3 km25.3 km16.9 km |
| Oct 31, 2027 | Dresden Marathon | Dresden, Saxony, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Free State of Saxony (Europe, Germany) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 26 public events and 85 individual races, including 26 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Key host locations include Leipzig, Dresden, Moritzburg, and Breitenbrunn. Notable events in the selection include Wintermarathon Leipzig, Novaled Citylauf Dresden, and Leipzig Marathon.
Race distances span from 4 km to 219 km, reaching up to +2,620 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Free State of Saxony 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 Free State of Saxony?
RunningCompass currently lists 26 verified events with 85 individual races in Free State of Saxony. A total of 26 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Wintermarathon Leipzig, Novaled Citylauf Dresden, and Leipzig Marathon.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Free State of Saxony?
Events in Free State of Saxony focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. Course distances range from 4 km entry-level races up to 219 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Leipzig, Dresden, Moritzburg, and Breitenbrunn.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Free State of Saxony?
The most selective courses in Free State of Saxony climb up to +2,620 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 Free State of Saxony?
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.