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Half Marathon races near Heidelberg
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Upcoming Half Marathon races near Heidelberg
JUL 2
19JUL
Run · road · Half Marathon
15. Heumadener Volkslauf 2026
Stuttgart · 79 km away
26JUL
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48. Hausener Volks-Waldlauf (TGS-Hausen)
Obertshausen · 75 km away
AUG 7
1AUG
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SWE-Halbmarathon Ettlingen
Ettlingen · 56 km away
8AUG
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29. Güttersbacher Volkslauf 2026
Mossautal · 31 km away
15AUG
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36. Hüttenfelder Volksbankkerwelauf
Lampertheim-Hüttenfeld · 22 km away
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16AUG
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47. Waldlauf / 37. Volkslauf
Oberzent-Hetzbach/Odw. · 30 km away
16AUG
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19. Hambrücker Lußhardtlauf
Hambrücken · 27 km away
23AUG
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Koberstädter Waldmarathon
Egelsbach · 62 km away
30AUG
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46. Koberstädter Waldmarathon
Egelsbach · 62 km away
SEP 9
5SEP
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Nibelungenlauf Worms
Worms · 35 km away
5SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
35. Spargellauf - "Run den Damm"
Lampertheim · 32 km away
6SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Offizieller Lauftag des Landkreises Miltenberg
Elsenfeld · 59 km away
6SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
22. Weinbergslauf-Hochheim
Hochheim a.M. · 72 km away
6SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Canyon Run Mühlheim
Mühlheim · 42 km away
6SEP
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Ebm-papst Marathon
Niedernhall · 68 km away
13SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
23. Nibelungenlauf
Worms · 34 km away
26SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
Hutzellauf
Darmstadt · 52 km away
27SEP
Run · road · Half Marathon
26. Kraichgaulauf
Sinsheim · 22 km away
Heidelberg · 80 km
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Recurring Half Marathon races near Heidelberg
Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly
7. Rodenbacher Lauftag
Rodenbacher Lauftag combines a 50 km Harry Arndt run, a half marathon, 10 km, 5 km, and children's stadium races on a single autumn race day at Waldstadion Niederrodenbach in Rodenbach. Its full name is “Run for Peace and Democracy in Europe,” and it also serves as a BBF Junior Main-Lauf-Cup race. The day begins with the half marathon, followed shortly by the 50 km and 5 km races, with the children's stadium run, stadium cross races, and 10 km scheduled for the afternoon. Entry fees are reasonable, with student races costing 5 euros and the half marathon 15 euros, and on-site registration is available on race day.
The main course is flat, asphalted, officially measured to IAAF standards, and runs through the Rodenbach forest, making it suitable for runners aiming for fast times or using it as autumn marathon preparation. A German M15 record over 5 km was set on this course, indicating its speed. The 5 km route features a stadium passage near the finish, allowing spectators and supporters a clear view of the race's progression. The youngest participants will compete in a stadium cross with obstacles, all finishers receive a special certificate, and many awards are distributed on site. SSC Hanau-Rodenbach, with nearly 50 years of road-race organizing experience, presents the event under the motto: “From runners for runners.”
36. Volkslauf SV Traisa
Volkslauf SV Traisa is a local running series in Mühltal-Traisa, offering adult races of 11 km and 13.1 miles. Both adult distances follow a rolling course, so runners should anticipate varied terrain instead of a flat, time-trial pace.
All races conclude at the Sportplatz on Am Roten Berg in Mühltal. The event also features children’s and youth races, positioning it as a club race day rather than solely an adult competition.
Aschaffenburger Sparkassen Halbmarathon
The Aschaffenburger Sparkassen Halbmarathon, a city-center road half marathon in Aschaffenburg, Lower Franconia, has been held since 2003. It is a straightforward asphalt race, not a large spectacle, featuring a mostly flat circuit and a castle finish. The event also offers a relay competition and two inclusion runs, catering to more than just half marathon specialists. One inclusion race is for participants with disabilities, their guides, and young people up to 16. Another is for sports-minded runners aged 17 and older.
The half marathon course winds through Aschaffenburg’s inner city, utilizing closed streets past locations like Ebertbruecke, Adenauerbruecke, Ringstrasse, Lindenallee, Hofgarten, and Wolfsthalplatz before concluding at the castle. The course is predominantly flat, with a brief incline from Wermbachstrasse to Alexandrastrasse. Its motto, “Everyone their own distance,” reflects the diverse participation of solo runners, relay teams, inclusion runners, club athletes, and local participants. Following the races, the award ceremony takes place in the f.a.n. frankenstolz arena, presenting certificates and prizes to the top three in each category. Every runner can also download a personal certificate online. A strict rule prohibits headphones, leading to disqualification.
33. Offenbacher Mainuferlauf
The Offenbacher Mainuferlauf is a flat road race in Offenbach am Main, located at Mainufer/Mainstraße near the Mathildenschule. Held in October as part of the CupRennen series, it includes a half marathon, 10 km, 5 km, and 2 km race, with staggered starts throughout the morning. The 5 km is open to U14 and U16 runners and the Jedermann field, while the 2 km is for U10 and U12 children.
The start and finish are in the same Mainufer area, and all courses are officially measured and entirely flat. Club and unattached runners are welcome. However, the organizer advises against participation for walkers due to narrow routes, time limits, and potential obstruction of other runners. Diethelm Kuttich, the organizational head, views it as a beneficial preparation event for the Mainova Frankfurt Marathon, held two weeks later.
Barbarossalauf Erlenbach
Barbarossalauf Erlenbach is a road running event in Erlenbach am Main, Bavaria, starting at Saint-Maurice-Platz near Elsenfelder Strasse. It typically takes place in October, beginning in the afternoon, and features several distances: a half marathon, 10 km, 5 km, 2.5 km, and 1 km.
The event has been held annually since 2007, organized by Barbarossalauf Erlenbach a. Main e.V. The shorter distances and the children’s or school run cater to local runners and families. The half marathon, a recent addition, provides a longer road-race option. Registration is available via the organizer’s website.
Franklin Meilenlauf Mannheim
Franklin Meilenlauf is a running event in Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, featuring a half marathon and a 6-mile race. Held in October, the distances range from approximately 10 to 21 kilometers, suitable for runners seeking a challenge beyond a short city run but not yet ready for a full marathon.
The course winds through Mannheim's northern green spaces and across its redevelopment zones, offering a distinct local character instead of a standard road loop. The event has a history of multiple editions, with past results available, and the organizer maintains registration information on the Franklin Meilenlauf website.
Bottwartal Marathon
The Bottwartal Marathon is a running weekend held in mid-October in Baden-Wurttemberg's Bottwartal region. It began as a marathon but now includes multiple races. Initially featuring a marathon and a 10K, the event expanded to offer a half marathon, walking events, and a Run & Fun Day for children and students. The organization relies on local club support, with eight clubs from Beilstein, Gronau, Grossbottwar, Murr, Kleinbottwar, Oberstenfeld, Steinheim, and Winzerhausen collaborating through an ORGA team, each club managing its segment.
Werner Neumann of Oberstenfeld initiated the race to unite several Bottwartal clubs for a significant running event. The original start and finish were at the Bottwartalkellerei in Grossbottwar, enabling a course with northern and southern loops for the marathon and half marathon. The event later relocated to Steinheim, the "Urmenschenstadt," due to organizational and logistical considerations, with Gerhard Petermann succeeding Neumann as leader. The race has received the most popular marathon medal award six times and is one of Baden-Wurttemberg's largest running events.
Pfettrachtaler Lauf
The Pfettrachtaler Lauf begins at the SC Pfettrach sports field in Altdorf, Bavaria, offering runners several road-race options on the same day. The primary distances are a 21.1 km half marathon, a 10 km run, and a 5 km run. Shorter races are available for children and students over 2 km, 800 m, and 400 m. The event typically takes place in autumn and has been held annually since 2002. Organized by SC Pfettrach, it maintains the feel of a local club event rather than a large city race.
The program extends beyond standard running events. Nordic walking is included, and inline skating is part of the event listing. Recent editions have also featured 23 km mountain bike and e-mountain bike races on an MTB trail. The youngest participants have their own Bambini race, while older school-age runners compete in separate student distances before the longer adult races commence. Local businesses and AOK Bayern provide support, reinforcing the event's connection to the Pfettrach and Landshut areas.
49. Internationaler Hugenottenlauf
The Hugenottenlauf takes place in Neu-Isenburg on the third Sunday of September, an annual event since 1977. It is the largest running event in its district, offering distances from a children's run to a half marathon, accommodating participants of all levels.
The start and finish are at the Sportpark, with routes crossing city streets and forest paths surrounding Neu-Isenburg. Many runners participate, some using it as preparation for the Frankfurt Marathon in late October. Its long history establishes it as a traditional local running fixture in the region.
22. Freundschaftslauf der LLG Wustweiler
The 22nd Freundschaftslauf der LLG Wustweiler is a group running, walking, and hiking event in Wustweiler, part of Illingen in Saarland. It takes place in November, with Seelbachhalle Wustweiler as the start and finish area, and Dorfwaldhalle also listed among the event locations. The primary long option is a 21 km trail with approximately 600 meters of elevation gain, making it more of a hilly forest run than a flat road race.
The format centers on guided groups instead of individual racing: experienced LLG Wustweiler runners lead the various running and walking groups. Participants can select shorter routes of about 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11 km, while walkers and hikers have 5 and 6 km options on forest paths. The name Freundschaftslauf translates to “friendship run,” and the structure supports this concept: multiple pace and distance groups depart from the same local hall, allowing adults and youth to participate without committing to the full trail distance.
Ring Running Series
The Ring Running Series hosts a half marathon and marathon on an original Formula 1 track in November. The race is designed around the circuit, not city streets. The route is officially measured and AIMS certified, fully asphalted, secured, and maintained for runners aiming for a personal best. Entry includes a personal bib with a timing chip, electronic timing, a finisher medal, and a downloadable certificate.
The race incorporates the motor-racing setting: changing areas are in the pit lane, jackets can be left near the start and retrieved near the finish, and luggage storage is located close to the finish area. Runners receive refreshments on the course and post-race, with entertainment at the start, finish, and along the route. Medical support, showers, and free parking near the start and finish provide a self-contained race day at the circuit.
Plopsa Nikolauslauf Haßloch
The Plopsa Nikolauslauf Haßloch begins and ends within Plopsaland Deutschland, the amusement park in Haßloch, directing its longer distance runners into the Haßlocher Wald. Organized by LC Haßloch, this St. Nicholas season Volkslauf features races for various skill levels: a measured half marathon, a 5.5 km run for beginners, a 3.3 km student run, an 800 m run for bambini, and a 250 m mini run.
The half marathon combines road running with forest paths, while the shorter races offer distinct distances for children, youth runners, active adults, and masters. This event continues the tradition of the Haßloch Nikolauslauf in a new format with Plopsaland as a partner, following over fifty editions of the established race. Starting spots are capped, and previous outcomes indicate it attracts both dedicated local runners and families or newcomers; Marko Martin of TV Maikammer, who won the half marathon, described the win as a personal dream.
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About Half Marathon races in Heidelberg
Heidelberg Training Notes
Heidelberg hosts 30 Half Marathon races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Heidelberg runners use the Neckar River, Philosophenweg, Heiligenberg, Königstuhl, Gaisberg, and Weißer Stein when they want real trail legs. Locals start easy in the old town or city centre, then climb fast when intervals turn into hill work. The route covers 22 km and gains 54 m, so it works for steadier base miles. Runners look to Heidelberger TV, TSG Rohrbach, SV Nikar Heidelberg, and Deutscher Alpenverein Sektion Heidelberg. Trailmarathon Heidelberg, Reischmann Bahnstadtlauf Heidelberg, NCT-LAUFend gegen Krebs, and 1. Neckarsteiglauf 50km anchor the calendar.
Heidelberg riders get around quickly by bicycle, and the city backs that up with 260 km of cycle paths. Locals spin the Electoral Palatinate Axis route, the Electoral Palatinate route, and the Bergstraße cycle route when Z2 needs more scenery. RSV Heidelberg e. V. is the name to know for proper road energy. The 9. Heidelberger Panoramatour brings steep climbs, wide views, and real Radsport feeling. Königstuhl sits south of town at 568 m, Heiligenberg rises north at 445 m, and Gaisberg gives another punchy option at 375 m. The Oden Forest and Little Oden Forest hold the climbing legs; the Upper Rhine Plain holds the faster miles.
Spring starts working from mid February onwards, and locals use it for base miles before the bigger race blocks. Summer runs from June to September, and day temperatures around 30 °C make early starts feel normal. Heat waves can push Heidelberg to 40 °C, so runners and riders keep intervals short, water close, and long Z2 away from the hottest part of the day. Single thunderstorms usually mark the break in stable summer weather. Winter stays mostly mild, but light nighttime frosts happen in the coldest months. Rain becomes the normal texture then, and cyclocross, wet trail runs, and steady endurance rides replace the sharp stuff.