Kassel · Germany

Marathon races near Kassel

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Marburger Nachtmarathon

Marbourg · 76 km away

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27. Marburger Nachtmarathon

Marburg · 76 km away

AUG 4

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Höllwand-Marathon

Gumpelstadt · 77 km away

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7. Burgwald - Märchen - Marathon

Rauschenberg, Hess · 63 km away

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Burgwald Märchen Marathon

Burgwald · 60 km away

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8. Burgwald Märchen Marathon

Rauschenberg · 62 km away

SEP 2

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Kassel Marathon

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20. Kassel Marathon

Kassel · 80 km

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Recurring Marathon races near Kassel

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23. Mitteldeutscher Marathon

The Mitteldeutscher Marathon connects Leipzig and Halle (Saale) in a single point-to-point marathon across central Germany. This October road race offers a landscape-run atmosphere, with the main marathon following a classic, fast course between two cities and two federal states. Runners begin in Leipzig near the Sportforum/Jahnallee and conclude in Halle, a city with over 1,200 years of history. The event covers more than just the marathon: it also features a half marathon, a 10 km run, 10 km walking, the Händellauf, Salzwirkerlauf, AOK Schnupperlauf, Metropol relays, and a four-person half-marathon relay. This variety attracts marathoners, walkers, relay teams, newer runners, and individuals following the organizer’s training plans for various objectives.

Almetal-Marathon

The Almetal-Marathon is a point-to-point running event in Germany’s Alme valley. The marathon begins in Büren-Ringelstein and concludes at Ahorn-Sportpark in Paderborn. This main race spans 42 km. The event also offers two half marathons and a four-person relay, with each leg covering 10.5 km. Rot-Weiß Alfen e. V. organizes the race, presenting it as one built by runners for runners. It accommodates both competitive athletes and those seeking a shared outdoor run. The route traces the Alme river through the Paderborn district. The two half marathons utilize distinct segments: the upper half runs from Büren-Ringelstein to Wewelsburg, and the lower half proceeds from Wewelsburg to Paderborn. The course is characterized as rolling, with a modest elevation change of 10 meters of climbing and 10 meters of descent. The relay allows teams to divide the full distance. The event is an established part of the regional sports calendar.

Almetal-Marathon Paderborn

The Almetal-Marathon Paderborn guides runners from Büren-Ringelstein through the Alme valley to Ahorn-Sportpark in Paderborn. This October road race features a full marathon, two half-marathon distances, a 4 x 10.5 km relay, and a 4 km mini-marathon. SV Rot-Weiß Alfen 1927 e.V. is the organizer, attracting a modest field of 300 to 500 participants, distinct from large city events. The full marathon follows a point-to-point course. The upper half marathon runs from Büren-Ringelstein to Wewelsburg, and the lower half marathon goes from Wewelsburg to Paderborn. Twelve sports clubs collaborate on the event, contributing to its regional club-race atmosphere over a commercial festival feel. Established in 2017, the marathon has Landrat Christoph Rüther as its patron and provides practical runner amenities including kilometer markers, personalized bibs, online certificates, race timing, and complimentary race photos.

Bilstein-Marathon

The Bilstein-Marathon is a trail and landscape running event held in Kleinalmerode, a district of Witzenhausen in Hesse, Germany, typically in mid-April. The primary location is the Kaufunger Wald Nature Park in central Germany. The event's name originates from the Bilstein Tower, the park's highest point. The program offers participants several options: a 21 km half marathon, a 42 km marathon, a 57 km ultra-trail, a hiking marathon, and races for children and juniors. The 21 km, 42 km, and 57 km courses are designed as single loops, focusing the day's activity on crossing forest and hills rather than repeating circuits near town. The Bilstein Tower serves as a notable course landmark; from its summit, views extend towards the Harz mountains and Kassel. LG Kaufungen e.V. is the organizing body, and the team meticulously marks all routes, ensuring runners do not solely depend on digital navigation tools.

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About Marathon races in Kassel

Kassel Miles And Climbs

Kassel hosts 12 Marathon 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.