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Tangermünder Elbdeichmarathon
Tangermünde, Germany
April 18, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunLakes & Ponds
DERegional Running Calendar
Running Events in Saxony-Anhalt
23 verified events (15 confirmed dates) and 88 races in Saxony-Anhalt with course maps and elevation profiles.
Events2315 confirmed dates
Competitions88Races & courses
Distances2 - 113 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+1,250 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Harz Mountain Crossing
Wernigerode, Germany
April 24, 2027Date confirmed
53 km30 km26 km
City RunMountain+1
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neuseenMAN - FERROPOLIS
Gräfenhainichen, Germany
May 28, 2027 to May 30, 2027Date confirmed
112.9 km51.5 km
City RunMulti-Day
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Himmelswegelauf
Nebra-sur-Unstrut, Germany
June 12, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History
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Sachsenlauf-Coswig
Coswig, Germany
June 20, 2027Date confirmed
21.1 km11 km5 km3 km
City RunFestive
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Magdeburg Marathon
Magdeburg, Germany
October 3, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km4 km
City RunCulture & History
Photo: Pudelek · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsTrail RunningWalking & Hiking
Harz-Gebirgslauf
Wernigerode, Germany
October 9, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km25 km22.5 km11.2 km+3
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
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Mitteldeutscher Marathon
Halle, Germany
October 17, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km
City RunCulture & History+2
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2027 | Tangermünder Elbdeichmarathon | Tangermünde, Saxony-Anhalt, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Apr 24, 2027 | Harz Mountain Crossing | Wernigerode, Saxony-Anhalt, DE | Trail Running | 53 km30 km26 km |
May 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2027 - May 30, 2027 | neuseenMAN - FERROPOLIS | Gräfenhainichen, Saxony-Anhalt, DE | Triathlon | 112.9 km51.5 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 12, 2027 | Himmelswegelauf | Nebra-sur-Unstrut, Saxony-Anhalt, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
| Jun 20, 2027 | Sachsenlauf-Coswig | Coswig, Saxony-Anhalt, DE | Road Running | 21.1 km11 km5 km3 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2027 | Magdeburg Marathon | Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km4 km |
| Oct 9, 2027 | Harz-Gebirgslauf | Wernigerode, Saxony-Anhalt, DE | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km25 km22.5 km11.2 km |
| Oct 17, 2027 | Mitteldeutscher Marathon | Halle, Saxony-Anhalt, DE | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Ottonenlauf | Alexisbad, Saxony-Anhalt, DE | Road RunningNordic Walking | 69 km42.2 km21.1 km |
| Date to be announced | Eisleber Frühlingslauf | Eilsleben, Saxony-Anhalt, DE | Road Running | 25 km21.1 km10 km7 km |
| Date to be announced | Marathon rund um Wellen | Wellen, Saxony-Anhalt, DE | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Arendsee triathlon | Luftkurort Arendsee, Saxony-Anhalt, DE | Triathlon | 113 km51.5 km31.5 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
The region of Saxony-Anhalt (Europe, Germany) is represented in the RunningCompass catalog with 23 public events and 88 individual races, including 15 events with confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season. Core disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Triathlon. Key host locations include Tangermünde, Wernigerode, Gräfenhainichen, and Nebra-sur-Unstrut. Notable events in the selection include Tangermünder Elbdeichmarathon, Harz Mountain Crossing, and neuseenMAN - FERROPOLIS.
Race distances span from 2 km to 113 km, reaching up to +1,250 m of elevation gain on the most demanding courses. Every race listed for Saxony-Anhalt 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 Saxony-Anhalt?
RunningCompass currently lists 23 verified events with 88 individual races in Saxony-Anhalt. A total of 15 events have confirmed upcoming dates, while additional annual editions include full course and distance specifications. Notable events in the selection include Tangermünder Elbdeichmarathon, Harz Mountain Crossing, and neuseenMAN - FERROPOLIS.
What disciplines and race distances are offered in Saxony-Anhalt?
Events in Saxony-Anhalt focus on Road Running, Trail Running, and Triathlon. Course distances range from 2 km entry-level races up to 113 km endurance challenges. Primary host cities and towns include Tangermünde, Wernigerode, Gräfenhainichen, and Nebra-sur-Unstrut.
What is the course profile, terrain, and elevation gain like in Saxony-Anhalt?
The most selective courses in Saxony-Anhalt climb up to +1,250 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 Saxony-Anhalt?
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.