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5K races near Hanover

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Upcoming 5K races near Hanover

JUL 1

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4.Bergheide-Cross 2026

Nienburg · 36 km away

AUG 11

Run · road · 5K

Springe-Deister Marathon

Springe · 22 km away

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Volkslauf um den Auesee

Espelkamp · 76 km away

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33. Detmolder Residenzlauf

Detmold · 77 km away

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Firmenlauf Braunschweig

Braunschweig · 55 km away

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Exter FlexRun! 2026

Vlotho · 70 km away

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Eilenriederennen Hannover

Run · road · 5K

26. Verdener Stadt-Lauf

Verden · 70 km away

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Hildesheimer Firmenlauf

Hildesheim · 29 km away

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50. Mindener Volkslauf

Minden · 57 km away

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22. Eilenriederennen Hannover

Run · road · 5K

Steinhuder-Meer-Lauf

Neustadt am Rübenberge · 24 km away

SEP 14

Run · road · 5K

Volkslauf Eisbergen 2026

Porta Westfalica · 57 km away

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46. Intern. Steinhuder-Meer-Lauf

Neustadt am Rübenberge · 24 km away

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Dörverden läuft 2026

Dörverden · 63 km away

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Bismarckturmlauf Herford

herford · 75 km away

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Firmenlauf Höxter

Höxter · 70 km away

Run · trail · 5K

Marathon des 10 Étangs

Hahnenklee · 70 km away

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10 Teiche Marathon Hahnenklee

Goslar · 71 km away

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Brokser Volkslauf Bruchhausen-Vilsen

Bruchhausen-Vilsen · 72 km away

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Stiftungslauf Salzgitter

Salzgitter-Lebenstedt · 46 km away

Run · road · 5K

SportScheck RUN Hannover

Run · road · 5K

Hahnenkleer Wandermarathon

Goslar · 70 km away

Run · road · 5K

19. Aerzener twinfit-Volkslauf

Aerzen · 49 km away

Run · road · 5K

Hiddestorfer Rubenlauf

Hemmingen · 6 km away

Run · road · 5K

14. Bahrs-Kartoffellauf

Jembke · 71 km away

Hanover · 80 km

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Recurring 5K races near Hanover

Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly

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.

Auto Mattern Wälle-Lauf

Samba drums in Herford’s city center and loud music in the Ludwig-Jahn-Stadion give the Auto Mattern Wälle-Lauf a distinct race-day atmosphere compared to a typical local road run. This running event takes place in Herford, Germany, on a Sunday in late October, featuring a 10 km road race, a 6.8 km company run, and shorter races for children and students. The stadium serves as the start point, with the main 10 km field and company runners scheduled for midday, following the youth races. Annually, nearly 1,500 athletes participate, cheered on by thousands of spectators along the course. Runners travel from Herford, the broader Ostwestfalen-Lippe area, and throughout North Rhine-Westphalia. Polizei SV and RC Endspurt Herford established and continue to develop the event, with support from local partners like Auto Mattern, Techniker Krankenkasse, and Volksbank.

Hannover Halbmarathon H/21

The Hannover Halbmarathon H/21 begins and concludes at the Schillerdenkmal in the city center, directly connecting the race to Hannover’s downtown streets from the start. This 21.0975 km half marathon begins in the late morning, with Nordic walkers starting later. It is a popular event in Hannover, requiring participants to be at least 16 years old. The route circles through Hannover’s neighborhoods, such as Linden and Nordstadt, passing through green areas and active urban sections. The entire course is marked and secured, featuring aid stations along the way and at the finish line. Results are recorded using net chip timing, and a permanent ranking list allows returning runners to track their progress over the years. The race operates under the supervision of the Niedersächsischer Leichtathletik Verband, with bag drop and changing facilities available on Friedrichswall near Aegidientorplatz.

Braunschweiger Lauftage

Braunschweiger Lauftage is a road race held in late October in Braunschweig, Lower Saxony, with starts scheduled for 9:30 AM. Participants can select from 5 km, 10 km, or a half marathon, the latter being the most frequently chosen distance. A 500 m children's run is also offered, accommodating both adult race distances and a short option for younger participants. The races take place within the city, not in the countryside, with the event themed around Braunschweig's monuments and the slogan “Discover Lower Saxony.” The organizer is ssportTREND Braunschweig, located on Güldenstraße in the city. Course details indicate one-loop routes for the 5 km, 10 km, and half marathon, with the appeal stemming from running through Braunschweig and viewing its historic architecture.

Braunschweiger Lauftage Braunschweig Running Days

Braunschweiger Lauftage takes place in late October in Braunschweig, offering three standard distances: 5 kilometers, 10 kilometers, and a half marathon. The event is designed around the city and its parks, deviating from a typical out-and-back road course. The paths are surfaced with asphalt or packed gravel. The 5K route proceeds directly into the Bürgerpark from the start. The 10K follows the shoreline of the Braunschweiger Südsee. The half marathon incorporates more of the city, guiding participants past local landmarks and through parks before returning to the city center. Participants have access to essential amenities, including food service, changing facilities, showers, restrooms, finisher shirts, and medals.

Winterserie Post SV Lehrte

The Winterserie Post SV Lehrte is a cold-season running and walking series held at the Post SV club house in Lehrte. Participants select a group that suits them from several options: 5 km, 10 km, or a longer run, with a separate 5 km option for walkers. This format is suitable for beginners, regular runners, and walkers seeking companionship over intense solo performance. The routes incorporate public paths, paved sections, and unpaved trails surrounding Lehrte. Experienced running-group members guide participants, allowing them to follow the course without concern for navigation. The focus is on moving together, conversing during the event, and maintaining winter activity rather than achieving personal bests. Facilities including changing rooms, showers, and parking are accessible at the start area.

Winterserie Post SV Lehrte, 2. Lauf

Winterserie Post SV Lehrte, 2. Lauf is the second event in Post SV Lehrte’s winter running series, held in Lehrte, Lower Saxony. This road race begins mid-afternoon from Hohnhortsweg 3. Runners can choose from 10 km, 5 km, and Nordic Walking, with additional distances available from 2 km up to 28 km. The event has the feel of a local club series rather than a single major competition. Post-SV Lehrte Laufbewerbe is the organizer, and registration is handled via the club website, which also provides start lists, results, photos, and reports. The broad selection of distances accommodates walkers, less experienced runners, and those using the series for extended winter training.

2. Braunschweiger Speed5

Braunschweiger Speed5 is a compact race day at the Polizeisportverein Braunschweig, focused on short, fast distances instead of a long road race. The main event is an officially measured 5 km, with separate options for a slower 5 km and a faster 5 km, plus an 800 m children's run and a 1-mile school run. Organized by Polizeisportverein Braunschweig and Braunschweiger Laufclub, and registered with the German Athletics Association, the 5 km offers the feel of a local fun run with official race standards. The distinctive feature is the split 5 km format: runners select their group during registration. The fast race has a 22-minute cutoff to be officially counted, and the slower race includes a pacer for those aiming for quick times. Timing uses bib chips. Awards are given to the top three in school and youth categories, and to the top three women and men in the main 5 km race. Every finisher receives a certificate, available online or at the venue. Near the finish, runners receive tea, water, and fruit. Families and spectators can purchase sausage, cake, and coffee. A DJ and a coach with a microphone contribute to the event's race-day atmosphere.

Winterserie Post SV Lehrte, 3. Lauf

Winterserie Post SV Lehrte, 3. Lauf is the third event in Post SV Lehrte’s winter race series, taking place in Lehrte, Lower Saxony, Germany. This road-running event starts in the afternoon from Hohnhortsweg 3, offering distances from a short 2 km to a 28 km run. The program features 5 km and 10 km races, with longer options of 15 km, 21 km, and 28 km, alongside 4 km and 2 km distances. Nordic walking is also available, accommodating walkers and runners using the series for winter training, race practice, or sustained effort. Post-SV Lehrte Laufbewerbe organizes the event, with registration via the organizer’s website and subsequent publication of results, start lists, photos, and race reports.

Winterserie Post SV Lehrte, 4. Lauf

The fourth Winterserie Post SV Lehrte is a winter road-running event held in Lehrte, Lower Saxony, Germany. It begins in the afternoon from Hohnhortsweg 3 and is part of the Post SV Lehrte winter series, organized by Post-SV Lehrte Laufbewerbe. The programme offers a wide range of distances for a local series race: runners can select from 28 km, 21 km, 15 km, 10 km, 5 km, 4 km, or 2 km. A Nordic walking option is also available. Results, start lists, and photos are published for the event, which has been held regularly in late November or early December.

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.

Orange Day Hannover

Orange Day Hannover begins and ends at the Platz der Menschenrechte, the Square of Human Rights, aligning with the event's purpose. This is a brief, early evening city run in Hannover, with participants gathering before the 18:00 start and finishing back in the same square around 18:45. A moderate but definite pace is required: runners must maintain at least an 8-minute per kilometer speed. Though also listed as ADAC Marathon Hannover, the Orange Day identity takes precedence over racing designations, as the focus is not on medals or personal records. Runners, walkers, and attendees are welcome. The event calls for the city to visibly display orange in solidarity with respect, protection, and action against violence. Participants should wear orange attire or accessories, and businesses and structures can illuminate or decorate with orange lights, window displays, seating, flashing lights, or vehicle escorts to broadcast the message throughout Hannover. The 5 euro entry fee covers a start number, public transport ticket, post-run refreshments, and a coat check service. Proceeds benefit Frauennotruf Hannover, with options for additional donations during online sign-up.

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About 5K races in Hanover

Hannover Training Notes

Hanover hosts 57 5K races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.

Locals run Hannover through green space first. Eilenriede gives easy shade for Z2, and Maschsee Runde works for steady laps when the paths are not packed. Maschsee Strandbad anchors Frauenlauf Hannover fem.run, so that side of the lake always feels like race ground. Leinetal and the Fösselauf course keep things flat and green through Linden/Limmer and Ahlem-Badenstedt-Davenstedt. Hannover 96, DSV 78 Hanover, SC Germania List, SV Odin Hanover, DRC Hanover, SG 78/08 Hanover, and the Club for health-conscious endurance sports give runners club options. ADAC Marathon Hannover is the anchor event, with a route that has only 19m elevation difference.

Locals ride base miles on the Julius-Trip-Ring, because the 24km loop links Maschsee, the Leine and Ihme rivers, Herrenhausen, Kleingärten, and Eilenriede. The Grüner Ring Hannover 62km gives a bigger day without leaving the city feel. Hannoverscher Radsport Club von 1912 e.V. is the name on the road scene, and its Thursday E-Cycling Serie at 19:45 carries winter form until the end of March. Marienburg Castle and Celle make good out-and-back rides. Deister gives the climbing, and locals point you through the Nienstädter Pass and back over Springe.

June feels sharp because the Mittsommernachtslauf Hannover gives runners 8 to 23 kilometers and the city stays light late. September feels busy because Magenta Lauf and the RTF & Gravelride Paschenburg sit in the calendar. Summer training stays simple around Maschsee, Eilenriede, Leinemasch, and the rivers, with intervals early and Z2 when the paths open up. Winter changes the rhythm for both sports. The 5. O-CTF Winter Kartoffeltour in November keeps cyclocross and gravel legs awake, and the Mühlenberger Nikolauslauf in December keeps runners honest when the base miles get colder.