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5K races near Kassel
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Upcoming 5K races near Kassel
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4JUL
Run · road · 5K
Bobbahn-Run Winterberg
Winterberg · 69 km away
4JUL
Run · road · 5K
Buke L-Run
Altenbeken · 63 km away
JUL 2
24JUL
Run · road · 5K
33. Fun-Lauf "Durch den Wewerschen Wald"
Paderborn · 68 km away
26JUL
Run · road · 5K
Rheingauer Halbmarathon
Oesterbehringen · 79 km away
AUG 7
9AUG
Run · road · 5K
39. Brunnenlauf
Bad Driburg · 57 km away
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16AUG
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Rund um die Aabachtalsperre Wöhler-Lauf
Bad Wünnenberg · 60 km away
21AUG
Run · road · 5K
7. Ahnepark- Lauf der Laufgemeinschaft Vellmar
Vellmar · 6 km away
22AUG
Run · road · 5K
SBUP26 - Sieber Berg- und Panoramalauf
Herzberg am Harz · 70 km away
23AUG
Run · road · 5K
Natur-Erlebnislauf Frauensee
Bad Salzungen · 76 km away
28AUG
Run · road · 5K
24. Duderstädter Sparkassenlauf
Duderstadt · 57 km away
30AUG
Run · road · 5K
8. Burgwald Märchen Marathon
Rauschenberg · 62 km away
SEP 5
5SEP
Run · road · 5K
Kurstadtlauf Heiligenstadt
Heilbad Heiligenstadt · 45 km away
5SEP
Run · road · 5K
21. Ederauenlauf
Edertal · 33 km away
6SEP
Run · road · 5K
Kasseler Frauenlauf 2026
Kassel
11SEP
Run · road · 5K
Firmenlauf Höxter
Höxter · 54 km away
12SEP
Run · road · 5K
11. Unstrutlauf
Dingelstädt · 57 km away
Kassel · 80 km
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Recurring 5K races near Kassel
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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.
MedeRun Medebach
MedeRun Medebach is a running event held in Medebach, located in Germany's Sauerland region. It features races of approximately 5 km, 10 km, and a half marathon. This event combines local participation across various distances with a cross-country run, Nordic Walking, and shorter races for children and youth. Touristik-Gesellschaft Medebach mbH organizes the event, which is also part of the Waldeck-Frankenberg Running Cup.
The courses are predominantly off-road, with roughly 95% on natural trails, passing through the Medebacher Bucht, a European Bird Protection Area. The 5 km and 10 km races offer options for company or team entries, with teams of at least three participants scored based on their average finishing time. The event centers around the market square and the race course, including afternoon stage programming, food and beverages, and award ceremonies following the races.
Chicago Run
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.
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.
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.
Airport Run Paderborn-Lippstadt
The Airport Run Paderborn-Lippstadt begins on the runway at Paderborn/Lippstadt Airport in Büren, offering 5 km and 10 km races for the public. The initial 2.5 km proceed directly along the airport runway, a configuration the organizer notes as possibly unique in Germany.
The finish line is at the airport terminal, maintaining the airport theme from start to finish. Company teams may register employees for both distances, adding a workplace competition element alongside club runners, casual runners, and participants in a shorter public race.
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.
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About 5K races in Kassel
Kassel Miles And Climbs
Kassel hosts 34 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 Kassel through parks, river edges, and the hard little ramps everyone calls the Kasseler Berge. Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe gives you Herkules legs without leaving town. Karlsaue keeps the easy Z2 days smooth near Südstadt and the Auestadion. Waldauer Wiesen works for flatter laps when intervals need less drama. LSG-Waldauer-Wiesen and Laufgemeinschaft Vellmar keep the club scene visible. Kassel Marathon is the big anchor event, with War das eine Stimmung energy when the streets fill up. Kasseler Frauenlauf, LSG-Waldauer-Wiesen-Lauf, REHAmed Herkules-Berglauf, Wehlheider Volkslauf, and Ahnepark-Lauf fill the calendar.
Locals ride out of Kassel for base miles, gravel forest tracks, and the legendary Kassler Berge. The Kassel Loop gives a proper gran fondo feel, and the route runs 330 km in six stages through forests, river valleys, and the Fulda Valley. One stage runs 21 km to Hessisch Lichtenau. The return leg covers 54 km back toward Kassel. Zweirad-Gemeinschaft Kassel owns the local race vibe. Wednesday evenings mean Rohloff-Cup time, and Herkules is where the climbing legs get checked.
April to September is the good block, when Kassel feels built for running, riding, crit legs, and long Z2 days. The Rohloff-Cup runs from April 8 to August 19, 2026, so summer has a proper midweek rhythm. Ahnataler Abendvolkslauf lands on May 22, Wehlheider Volkslauf lands on June 7, Heiligenröder Abendlauf lands on June 12, and Firmenlauf-Nordhessen lands on June 25. Winter changes the tone for both sports. The Winterlaufserie keeps runners honest on November 1 and December 6, 2026, while cyclists keep base miles tighter around the Fulda River and the parks.