5K races near Blaustein

The Biberacher Herbstwaldlauf Burrenwald is an autumn forest run in the Burrenwald near Biberach, offering 5 km and 10 km routes. It takes place in the evening near the end of the running season. Registration is straightforward: runners can sign up on the day at the Burrenwald parking lot, located on the B 312 toward Riedlingen. The Lauftreff of TG Biberach and the Boehringer Ingelheim company sports group organize the event. Club runners, casual runners, and those new to racing are welcome. Walkers and Nordic walkers may select either distance without official timing or rankings. The entry fee is modest, with a reduced rate for students. Participants should come prepared to run, as there are no changing facilities or showers available.

Biberacher Herbstwaldlauf is a small autumn forest run in Biberach an der Riss, based at the Burrenwald parking lot. TG Biberach 1847 e.V. organizes it, and runners normally choose between 5 km and 10 km. It is a low-key race day setup: there is no advance entry, so people sign up on site, and registration stays open on race day. The course uses the Burrenwald area rather than a stadium, which fits the race's name: Herbstwaldlauf means autumn forest run. The event has been running since at least 2011, with one cancelled edition in 2020. The entry fee is unusually cheap at 4 euros, and it still includes finish-line refreshments plus a certificate, which runners can collect later or receive by email. The field sounds local and familiar, with repeat runners coming back year after year and meeting people they already know at the start.

The Giengener Stadtlauf begins at the Bürgerhaus Schranne in Giengen an der Brenz, a town in Baden-Württemberg. It offers local runners a compact road-race day with multiple distances. The program features 10 km and 5 km races, Nordic Walking, and shorter children’s and school runs over 1.5 km and 0.9 km. TSG Giengen/Brenz, the Turn- und Sportgemeinde 1861 e.V. Giengen/Brenz, organizes the event, with registration managed via the club website. The race, which started in 2011, is typically held in the autumn. The 5 km race follows a flat course, making it suitable for adults aiming for a fast road time and for newer runners seeking a manageable city run. The shorter races attract children, school pupils, and youth runners, while the Nordic Walking option includes participants beyond just runners. The Giengener Stadtlauf also contributes to the Landkreis-Laufcup standings, providing an additional incentive for club runners from the district. Recent editions have seen increased registration numbers compared to prior years, with results, start lists, photos, and reports made available post-race.

Aalen's Rohrwanglauf is a local running event held in the Rohrwang area. It includes a student race, the 1.6-kilometer Rohrwangmeile, and 5.4-kilometer and 10-kilometer races for older participants. Approximately 230 individuals competed despite inclement weather, indicating its status as a community race with competitive depth. The shorter races provide an entry point for students and casual runners, while the 10k draws accomplished club runners from the region. Recent 5.4k winners were Finja Gügel and Tim Hauser. Chiara Elsholtz won the women's 10k. The men's 10k featured a close contest between LSG Aalen club members Joachim Krauth and Robin Linten, with Krauth securing the victory.

The Barbarossa Berglauf is a trail and mountain running event in Göppingen, Germany, scheduled for late November. Participants can select from 5 km, 10 km, or 21 km distances. The primary ascent directs runners up Hohenstaufen, the local mountain overlooking the Filstal valley. The half marathon serves as the day's main event, also available as a relay. A 5 km fitness run offers a shorter route for those less accustomed to mountain terrain. The event's name originates from Emperor Barbarossa, whose ancestral castle was situated on Hohenstaufen. This historical connection is reflected in the race's terminology, with the half marathon humorously referred to as the “Emperor’s discipline” instead of the typical “queen event.” The program also features races for schoolchildren and toddlers, extending the participant pool beyond dedicated trail runners. The mountain setting and the vistas across the Filstal attract both spectators and runners from beyond Göppingen.

The DJK Winterlaufserie Göppingen is a three-race winter running series in Göppingen, Baden-Württemberg, organized by DJK Sportgemeinschaft Göppingen from December to February. The program includes club-running distances: a 10 km main run with 20 meters of climbing, a 5 km run, a 2.2 km cross-country race, and a 1.2 km children’s or school race. The 10 km and 5 km races are for older youth and adults, while the two shorter races are for younger school-age runners. Series entry is handled through the organizer, with full-series registration linked to the first race. The event offers online registration, start lists, results, photos, and on-site late entry for an additional fee. Its designation as the 38th DJK Winterlaufserie marks it as an established local fixture.

The Mergelstetter Silvesterlauf is a New Year's Eve running event in Heidenheim, starting in the morning. Runners can select a 5.4 km race or a 10 km race, accommodating those seeking a shorter run and those preferring a standard 10K effort before the year concludes. Both distances are open to participants aged 12 and older. The event attracts running fans from across the region, offering a winter race where local club runners, hobby runners, and more ambitious participants can conclude the year on foot together.