Königsforst Marathon
Road Running covering 21.1 km to 63.3 km with up to 294 m D+ in Bensberg (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany)
Königsforst Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Bensberg, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE focused on Road Running. Key features include Forest, Nature & Off-Road, Kids & Youth Races.
The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Road Running 63.3 km (63.3 km, +294 m D+), Marathon (42.2 km, +196 m D+), and Half Marathon (21.1 km, +98 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for March 14, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (koenigsforst-marathon.de).

Event characteristics
Races & distances (3)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Road Running 63.3 km | Road Running | 63.3 km | +294 m | 107 m - 230 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Marathon | Road Running | 42.2 km | +196 m | 110 m - 192 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Half Marathon | Road Running | 21.1 km | +98 m | 113 m - 154 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 107 m to 230 m above sea level (+294 m D+, -294 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 110 m to 192 m above sea level (+196 m D+, -196 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 113 m to 154 m above sea level (+98 m D+, -98 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Königsforst Marathon take place?
Königsforst Marathon takes place in Bensberg, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE (start area at coordinates 50.9649° N, 7.1633° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for March 14, 2027.
What races and distances are offered at Königsforst Marathon?
The race program comprises 3 competitions, including Road Running 63.3 km (63.3 km, +294 m D+), Marathon (42.2 km, +196 m D+), and Half Marathon (21.1 km, +98 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Königsforst Marathon?
The main competition (Road Running 63.3 km over 63.3 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +294 m of elevation gain and -294 m of elevation loss, ranging between 107 m and 230 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 Königsforst Marathon?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (koenigsforst-marathon.de).