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GlückLauf

Trail Running and Road Running covering 5 km to 21 km in Salzgitter (Lower Saxony, Germany)

LocationSalzgitter, Lower Saxony, GermanyShow on map(52.1570° N, 10.4154° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +546 m

GlückLauf is an endurance sporting event in Salzgitter, Lower Saxony, DE focused on Trail Running, Road Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Half Marathon (21 km, +546 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+), and Walking 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (xn--glcklauf-75a.de).

Official website
GlückLauf in Salzgitter (Work: "Elbe in Saxon Switzerland", Photo: Pudelek, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Elbe in Saxon Switzerland" · Photo: Pudelek · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Half MarathonTrail Running21 km+546 m59 m - 288 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 10 kmRoad Running10 km+45 m62 m - 81 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 5 kmRoad Running5 km+22 m65 m - 74 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 5 kmWalking & Hiking5 km+22 m68 m - 77 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
21 km
Elevation gain
+546 m D+
Elevation loss
-546 m D-
Altitude range
59 m - 288 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.2 % / 9.4 %
Course format
Loop course
21 km+546 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N5101520FS52.1571° N, 10.4154° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 59 m to 288 m above sea level (+546 m D+, -546 m D-)

Peak: 288 m·at 11.4 km·Ø 5.2 %
59 m135 m212 m288 m0 km4.2 km8.4 km12.6 km16.8 km21 km288 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does GlückLauf take place?

GlückLauf takes place in Salzgitter, Lower Saxony, DE (start area at coordinates 52.157° N, 10.4154° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at GlückLauf?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Half Marathon (21 km, +546 m D+), Road Running 10 km (10 km, +45 m D+), Road Running 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+), and Walking 5 km (5 km, +22 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running, Road Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for GlückLauf?

The main competition (Half Marathon over 21 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +546 m of elevation gain and -546 m of elevation loss, ranging between 59 m and 288 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for GlückLauf?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (xn--glcklauf-75a.de).