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Volksbank Münster Marathon

Road Running covering 6 km to 42.2 km in Münster (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany)

LocationMünster, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyShow on map(51.9651° N, 7.6174° E)
Date & StatusSeptember 12, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +190 m

Volksbank Münster Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE focused on Road Running. It is part of World Marathon Majors Qualifier, Boston Marathon Qualifier. Key features include City Run, Nature & Off-Road, Kids & Youth Races, Relay.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Marathon relais d'Atruvia (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Marathon des Artisans (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Course caritative (10 km, +45 m D+), and Course de santé (6 km, +27 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for September 12, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (volksbank-muenster-marathon.de).

Official website
Volksbank Münster Marathon in Münster (Work: "20250619 Burg Drachenfels Siebengebirge 04", Photo: Flocci Nivis, License: CC BY 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"20250619 Burg Drachenfels Siebengebirge 04" · Photo: Flocci Nivis · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY 4.0
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Event characteristics

City RunNature & Off-RoadKids & Youth RacesRelayCharity Run

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+190 m222 m - 302 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Marathon relais d'AtruviaRoad Running42.2 km+190 m225 m - 305 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Marathon des ArtisansRoad Running42.2 km+190 m228 m - 308 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course caritativeRoad Running10 km+45 m231 m - 250 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course de santéRoad Running6 km+27 m234 m - 245 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+190 m D+
Elevation loss
-190 m D-
Altitude range
222 m - 302 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
0.9 % / 1.6 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+190 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS51.9651° N, 7.6174° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 222 m to 302 m above sea level (+190 m D+, -190 m D-)

Peak: 302 m·at 30 km·Ø 0.9 %
222 m249 m275 m302 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km302 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Volksbank Münster Marathon take place?

Volksbank Münster Marathon takes place in Münster, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE (start area at coordinates 51.9651° N, 7.6174° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for September 12, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Volksbank Münster Marathon?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including Marathon (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Marathon relais d'Atruvia (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Marathon des Artisans (42.2 km, +190 m D+), Course caritative (10 km, +45 m D+), and Course de santé (6 km, +27 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Volksbank Münster Marathon?

The main competition (Marathon over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +190 m of elevation gain and -190 m of elevation loss, ranging between 222 m and 302 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 Volksbank Münster Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (volksbank-muenster-marathon.de).