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Marathon races near Heidelberg
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Upcoming Marathon races near Heidelberg
JUL 2
12JUL
Run · road · Marathon
47. RTF Odenwald kreuz und quer
Frankfurt · 78 km away
26JUL
Run · road · Marathon
7. Trainingslauf Bottwartal-Marathon
Steinheim an der Murr · 65 km away
AUG 2
30AUG
Run · road · Marathon
8. Trainingslauf Bottwartal-Marathon
Steinheim an der Murr · 65 km away
30AUG
Run · road · Marathon
46. Koberstädter Waldmarathon
Egelsbach · 62 km away
SEP 6
6SEP
Run · road · Marathon
Ebm-papst Marathon
Niedernhall · 68 km away
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12SEP
Run · road · Marathon
29. ebm-papst Marathon
Niedernhall · 68 km away
19SEP
Run · road · Marathon
Sparkassen Mini-Marathon
Karlsruhe · 52 km away
26SEP
Run · trail · Marathon
6. Roter-Sand-Trail
Harthausen · 28 km away
27SEP
Run · road · Marathon
26. Kraichgaulauf
Sinsheim · 22 km away
27SEP
Run · road · Marathon
9. Trainingslauf Bottwartal-Marathon
Steinheim an der Murr · 65 km away
Heidelberg · 80 km
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Recurring Marathon races near Heidelberg
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Wald-Marathon Wilgartswiesen
The Wald-Marathon Wilgartswiesen begins and ends at the Falkenburghalle in Wilgartswiesen, a village in Rhineland-Palatinate near the Hauenstein holiday region. This forest race and walking event takes place in early October, offering running distances from 7 km up to the marathon, plus a 45.1 km hiking marathon with 1,402 meters of elevation gain. Verbandsgemeinde Hauenstein and TSV Wilgartswiesen organize the event, with the ninth edition scheduled.
The primary hiking route crosses scenic paths within the Hauenstein walking area of the Palatinate Forest. Participants should anticipate a demanding day; the long course crosses six mountains, featuring rock formations, steep valleys, and extensive woodlands. It is suitable for determined hikers and runners alike, providing a direct exploration of the Hauenstein region without becoming a road race. Wilgartswiesen station is approximately 2 km from the venue, Hauenstein Mitte is about 3 km away, and drivers can access the start area via the B10 from Pirmasens or Landau.
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.
22. Bottwartal-Marathon Run und Fun Day
22. Bottwartal-Marathon
The Bottwartal-Marathon is the largest running event in the Bottwartal, a wine-growing region in southern Germany. Its routes pass vineyards and historic half-timbered towns. The race weekend offers many distances beyond just the marathon. Children's, youth, and inclusion races begin the event at Riedstadion in Steinheim an der Murr. Adult runners can select from 5 km, 10 km, a half marathon, 30 km, the full marathon, a relay marathon, or the 52 km Urmensch Ultra.
Steinheim an der Murr serves as the primary starting point for longer races, including the 10 km, 30 km, marathon, relay, and ultra. The 5 km race begins in Grossbottwar, and the half marathon starts in Gronau. The marathon follows a loop through the southern and northern Bottwartal. The half marathon features a flat finish for a quicker final stretch. Time limits range from two hours for the 5 km and 10 km races to six hours for the marathon and relay. The 52 km ultra has a seven-and-a-half-hour limit.
Marathon de Francfort
The Frankfurter Mainova Halbmarathon begins outside Deutsche Bank Park and concludes within the stadium, providing a large-arena setting instead of a standard street finish. This half marathon in Frankfurt is organized by Spiridon Frankfurt e.V., a local club focused on running, marathon, and triathlon events. Demand is high, with entries selling out within 12 hours of registration opening. The race recently recorded 10,553 finishers, marking its third consecutive finisher record.
The event is included in the Rosbacher Main-Lauf-Cup and has previously served as the venue for the German Half Marathon Championship. This championship attracted a more competitive field at the front and yielded fast age-group results. Esther Pfeiffer established the women's course record at 1:10:39 while securing the German title, and Richard Ringer claimed the men's German title with a time of 1:03:26. The championship participants' results closely mirrored the overall standings, although Yihun Fantahun Gezahign finished second overall, joining the leading group.
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.
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.
3. Wald(Ultra)Marathon Calw
The Wald(Ultra)Marathon Calw is a 46 km forest ultramarathon beginning in Calw-Altburg, Baden-Württemberg. Scheduled for December, it directs runners onto hilly terrain rather than a fast road course. The longest route extends slightly beyond marathon distance, but the elevation gain and forest trails give it the feel of a mountain endurance run rather than just a few extra kilometers.
The course crosses the wooded hills surrounding Calw-Altburg, with Baden and Swabian scenery as the setting. Organizers classify the difficulty as 4 out of 5. The 46 km route demands significant endurance and proficiency on steep or mountain-like terrain. This race is considered a regional ultra classic, emphasizing a challenging day on the trails over achieving a personal best.
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Other races in the next 90 days
JUL 473 km away
triathlon
FÖRCH-Triathlon
JUL 571 km away
cycling
31. Neu-Isenburger Hugenotten-RTF
JUL 577 km away
cycling
Kleeblatt RTF am Fuße des Hunsrücks
JUL 519 km away
other
Panoramalauf Rothenberg
JUL 552 km away
triathlon
Arheilger Mühlchen-Triathlon
JUL 560 km away
triathlon
Bietigheimer Triathlon
JUL 545 km away
cycling
3. Radsporttag Neckarsulm
JUL 59 km away
cycling
Schwetzinger Höllgrund Radmarathon
About Marathon races in Heidelberg
Heidelberg Training Notes
Heidelberg hosts 18 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.