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Upcoming 5K races near Göttingen
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4JUL
Run · road · 5K
Buke L-Run
Altenbeken · 73 km away
JUL 1
26JUL
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Rheingauer Halbmarathon
Oesterbehringen · 70 km away
AUG 6
7AUG
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Springe-Deister Marathon
Springe · 80 km away
9AUG
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39. Brunnenlauf
Bad Driburg · 67 km away
21AUG
Run · road · 5K
7. Ahnepark- Lauf der Laufgemeinschaft Vellmar
Vellmar · 37 km away
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22AUG
Run · road · 5K
SBUP26 - Sieber Berg- und Panoramalauf
Herzberg am Harz · 31 km away
28AUG
Run · road · 5K
Hildesheimer Firmenlauf
Hildesheim · 69 km away
28AUG
Run · road · 5K
24. Duderstädter Sparkassenlauf
Duderstadt · 23 km away
SEP 10
5SEP
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21. Ederauenlauf
Edertal · 72 km away
5SEP
Run · road · 5K
Kurstadtlauf Heiligenstadt
Heilbad Heiligenstadt · 22 km away
6SEP
Run · road · 5K
Kasseler Frauenlauf 2026
Kassel · 39 km away
11SEP
Run · road · 5K
Firmenlauf Höxter
Höxter · 50 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
11. Unstrutlauf
Dingelstädt · 36 km away
12SEP
Run · trail · 5K
Marathon des 10 Étangs
Hahnenklee · 46 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
10 Teiche Marathon Hahnenklee
Goslar · 46 km away
13SEP
Run · road · 5K
Stiftungslauf Salzgitter
Salzgitter-Lebenstedt · 74 km away
19SEP
Run · road · 5K
Hahnenkleer Wandermarathon
Goslar · 54 km away
20SEP
Run · road · 5K
19. Aerzener twinfit-Volkslauf
Aerzen · 74 km away
Göttingen · 80 km
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Recurring 5K races near Göttingen
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Herbstlauf Ovenhausen
Herbstlauf Ovenhausen is an autumn road race in Höxter-Ovenhausen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Races typically start in the afternoon from Hauptstrasse 82. TuS Ovenhausen 1924 e.V. organizes the event, which offers distances from short children’s races up to 20.8 km. The schedule also includes 10 km, 4.5 km, 1 km, and 400 m runs, plus a 4.5 km walk. It is part of the Hochstift-Cup and attracts a few hundred participants, not a large city crowd.
The race has taken place since 1978, giving it the feel of a long-standing local club event with a comprehensive family program, not just a single main distance. The youngest children compete in a 400 m race. Age groups U8 to U16 have 1000 m options. The 4.5 km and 10 km races are open to all, while the 20.8 km race is for U20 and older. The event also hosts the Höxter district forest running championships: club runners from the district are automatically entered into these championships for the 4.5 km race (U14/U16) and the 10 km race (U18 and older). Kilometer markers and aid stations are available on the course. Changing rooms, showers, parking, refreshments at the finish, certificates, and finisher medals for children are provided, typical of a smaller race.
Herbstcross auf dem Bergfried
Herbstcross auf dem Bergfried is a short autumn cross-country race held on the grounds of the Bergfried in Saalfeld, Germany. The distances range from 800 m to 4.8 km, designed for fast off-road running rather than a lengthy road race. It takes place outside the stadium and is classified as both a mountain run and a cross-country run.
The Saalfeld Athletics Club has organized this event for many years. Past results indicate separate races for children and adults. The schedule includes categories for youth, open, masters, and local Saalfeld-Rudolstadt runners. One reported edition attracted 200 children and young people to the Bergfried grounds.
Bad Hersfelder Lollslauf
The Bad Hersfelder Lollslauf brings runners to central Bad Hersfeld in early October, with starts near Linggplatz and the market square by the VR-Bank. It is a series of road races, not a single event: adults can select from 5 km, 10 km, or the half marathon, while children have a 500 m Bambini run and a 1.3 km student race. The schedule also offers 5 km and 10 km team races, alongside a 10 km Nordic Walking event. This variety suits club runners, families, school groups, walkers, and individuals attempting a short road race for the first time.
The course follows a mostly flat 5 km loop through Bad Hersfeld, beginning at Linggplatz and proceeding along Konrad-Duden-Strasse when city construction necessitated a modification. The event attracts participants from throughout Germany and has seen over 3,000 competitors, with entry limits set for logistical reasons. Ski-Club Neuenstein manages the race, and its timing near the Lullusfest opening connects it to the town’s autumn schedule rather than appearing as an isolated sports occasion. One year featured the slogan “This time it runs differently,” a direct reference to the adjusted course and the organizers' practical approach to adapting the race.
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Göttinger Crosslauf-Serie
The Göttinger Crosslauf-Serie begins at Hainholzhof on Borheckstraße in Göttingen, establishing a distinct local foundation for the series, differing from a city-center road race. This late-autumn cross-country running event in Lower Saxony, organized by LG Göttingen, offers race distances of 10 km, 5 km, 1.8 km, and 0.9 km.
The schedule accommodates both adults and younger participants, featuring a children’s and school-age race alongside the longer cross-country courses. Previous years saw the event held in November or early December. The event listings provide start lists, results, and photos, with online registration available via the organizer's site, presenting a well-organized club-run race day with practical details managed digitally.
Gudensberger Crosslauf 2026 Hermann Kilian Gedächtnislauf
The Gudensberger Crosslauf Hermann Kilian Gedächtnislauf is a cross-country race held in Gudensberg. It begins and concludes on a dirt path and meadow situated below the Terrano swimming pool on Schwimmbadweg. This local running event features short off-road distances: 1000m, 2000m, and 4000m races. The programme may also incorporate district championships.
The course predominantly follows unpaved paths, and the allowance of spikes makes it more akin to a traditional cross-country meet than a road race. Specifically, the 1000m race consists of two small laps, the 2000m race comprises two large laps, and the 4000m race is run over one longer lap. The event honors Hermann Kilian, who dedicated many years to TSV Obervorschütz as an organizer, motivator, and coach following his own running career. He passed away after a brief, serious illness.
Lauf Rund um die Bärenköpfe
Lauf Rund um die Bärenköpfe is a race day held in late April in Liebenburg, Lower Saxony. The main half marathon begins in the shade, heads toward Salzgitter, and then returns to town. Liebenburg is located north of the Harz mountains, in the region bordered by Salzgitter and Wolfenbüttel, Hildesheim, Goslar, and Bad Harzburg. The half marathon is open to both runners and walkers, accommodating more than just fast club runners on the road.
The course is a wide loop connecting Liebenburg and Salzgitter; the half marathon's direction occasionally reverses between editions. The event also offers shorter races for younger participants: 200 meters for kindergarten children and 1,200 or 2,000 meters for schoolchildren. Adults and those preferring shorter distances can opt for 5 km or 10 km races instead of the half marathon, shaping the day into a community running event rather than a single-distance competition.
Rhädenlauf Wildeck-Obersuhl
PSV-Winterlaufserie Holzminden
The PSV-Winterlaufserie Holzminden is a running and walking series held at the Liebigstrasse sports facilities in Holzminden, featuring eight race days from late November to late December. Now in its 40th edition, it offers familiar five and ten kilometre running and walking distances, alongside a new 16.5 kilometre option for those seeking a challenge beyond 10K or a preparation for longer races.
The previous 20 kilometre loop was removed due to low participation. Approximately half of the participants come from the Hoxter sports region. The field includes club runners, strong local athletes, beginners, walkers, and individuals returning to sport. While single race entries are possible, the series ranking requires a minimum of three finishes over the same distance. A notable tradition is Werner Goluke, who has finished every prior edition and encourages hesitant newcomers to participate.
PSV-Winterlaufserie Holzminden - 2. Lauf
The PSV-Winterlaufserie Holzminden is a winter road-running series held in Holzminden, Lower Saxony. This second race begins in the afternoon at Stadion Sportpark. Participants can select from 5 km, 10 km, or 20 km distances. The event also offers Nordic walking, catering to both regular runners and those seeking a more relaxed winter activity.
Post-SV Holzminden Laufbewerbe is the organizer of this series, which is a component of the PSV Winterlaufserie Cup and has roots dating back to 1985. The race features a practical local setup with road courses, a stadium start, and online registration via the club. Information such as start lists, results, rankings, photos, and reports are made available for followers of the series.
PSV-Winterlaufserie Holzminden - 3. Lauf
PSV-Winterlaufserie Holzminden - 3. Lauf is a winter road race held in Holzminden, Lower Saxony. The start is at Stadion Sportpark on Liebigstraße. This event is part of the PSV Winterlaufserie Cup, organized by Post-SV Holzminden Laufbewerbe. The program includes 20 km, 10 km, and 5 km road races, plus a Nordic Walking option. The afternoon start times lend the event a local club feel, distinct from a large city spectacle.
The event originated in 1985, establishing it as a long-standing fixture in Holzminden's running calendar. The structure is simple: participants select a short, middle, or long road distance, with a separate Nordic Walking category for walkers. Registration is handled via the organizer's website. The event listing also provides access to start lists, participant lists, rankings, photos, and reports following race day.
Göttinger Crosslauf-Serie - 2. Lauf
The Göttinger Crosslauf-Serie - 2. Lauf is the second of three cross-country running races in Göttingen, Germany, typically held in December. This event, organized by the local running community with input from LG Göttingen Laufbewerbe and LAV Göttingen 05, takes place away from the stadium. Participants can select a 10 km or 5 km course, with shorter 1.8 km and 0.9 km options available for children and students.
The start is located near Hainholzhof, close to Borheckstraße, marking it as a local cross-country meet distinct from a city road race. The event includes age categories ranging from young children to seniors, covering youth, open adult, under-23, and masters, contributing to a club-racing atmosphere. Online registration is managed by the organizer, and start lists, results, photos, and reports are published online post-event.
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About 5K races in Göttingen
Göttingen Training Notes
Göttingen hosts 36 5K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Locals start plenty of runs at Jahnstadion, then drift toward Kiessee, Rosdorf, or the Leineradweg. GöSF gives you five tidy routes from Sportpark Jahnstadion for easy Z2, intervals, or a longer Sunday. Rund um den Kiessee & Rosdorf stays flat for 5 km. The route covers 5 km with 53 HM. Seenrunde stretches to 21 km through Diemarden and toward Gleichen with 63 HM. NightLeiner runs 10 km and keeps 85% of the route lit. Gutenachtlauf Göttingen meets on full moon nights at 8:30 PM by the Jahnstadion entrance. Göttinger Altstadtlauf and Göttingen Halbmarathon are the anchor races.
Locals ride everywhere here because the city has cycle paths through the commercial areas and out beyond town. The outskirts sit about a 15-20 minute pedal from downtown, so warm-ups stay simple. RSC Göttingen gives road, triathlon, and running people a proper Trainingsheimat without needing to runterreißen 10,000 km a year. Leine Cycle Path and Weser-Harz-Heide Cycle Path handle base miles. The climb is 5 km with 452 m of gain. 2 km. RTF Göttingen and Tour d`Energie are the anchor rides.
Summer puts the city centre into race mode with Göttinger Altstadtlauf, the Company Cup, Gö-Challenge, and Südniedersachsen-Cup scoring. Locals use the warm months for evening laps, Z2 on the Leine, and longer rides toward Seeburger See or Eschwege. RSC Göttingen has the 8th Göttinger Radtourenfahrt set for August 1, 2026. Winter changes the rhythm but not the habit. Göttinger Crosslauf-Serie starts on November 15, 2025, so runners swap flat pace work for cross legs. Eichsfelder Silvesterlauf Bernshausen - Rund um den Seeburger See lands on December 31, 2026, and cyclists keep steady miles on the Leine-Fahrrad-Weg Loop.