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5K races near Leipzig
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Upcoming 5K races near Leipzig
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4JUL
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10. Hochkippenlauf
Profen · 26 km away
AUG 6
2AUG
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Lieskauer Volkslauf
Lieskau · 41 km away
23AUG
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Wurzener Ringelnatzlauf
Wurzen · 26 km away
29AUG
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Triptiser Stadtwaldlauf
Triptis · 76 km away
29AUG
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23. Karlis Härtetest
Bad Schmiedeberg · 46 km away
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29AUG
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32. Zeitzer Stadtlauf im Schlosspark - Landescup 12
Zeitz · 37 km away
30AUG
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Tharandter-Wald-Lauf
Hartha · 50 km away
SEP 12
3SEP
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Zschopautallauf Erdmannsdorf
Augustusburg · 78 km away
9SEP
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Frauenlauf Jena
Jena · 72 km away
12SEP
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50. Holzlandlauf
Hermsdorf · 61 km away
13SEP
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Döbelner Halbmarathon
Döbeln · 57 km away
13SEP
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Karlis Härtetest Pretzsch
Pretzsch an der Elbe · 51 km away
13SEP
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Othaler-Gutshof Lauf
Allstedt · 69 km away
19SEP
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Bernburger Halbmarathon
Bernbourg · 67 km away
19SEP
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9. Bernburger Halbmarathon - Landescup 13
Bernburg · 67 km away
19SEP
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Center Run Großpösna Park
Großpösna · 12 km away
26SEP
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Pfaffenberglauf
Hohenstein-Ernstthal · 64 km away
26SEP
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11. Höhlerfestlauf
Gera · 56 km away
27SEP
Run · road · 5K
Oberholzer Volkssportlauf
Großpösna · 12 km away
Leipzig · 80 km
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Recurring 5K races near Leipzig
Races that repeat — weekly, monthly or yearly
Mitteldeutscher Marathon Halle (Saale)
The Mitteldeutscher Marathon connects Leipzig and Halle (Saale). The marathon and relay begin at Leipzig's Elsterflutbecken near the Festwiese Sportforum, with all races concluding on Halle's market square. This road-running series includes a full marathon, marathon relay, half marathon, 10-kilometer run, 10-kilometer walk, children's and school races, and a 2.7-kilometer Salzwirkerlauf. The event has taken place annually since 2002 and ranks among the larger running events in Central Germany.
The longest race offers a point-to-point course from Leipzig to Halle. Shorter races commence within Halle, keeping the day's focus on the city's market square. The half marathon and the short introductory run are designed as opportunities to explore Halle on foot. The marathon relay divides the full marathon into four segments of approximately 12.1, 11.4, 9.5, and 10.1 kilometers. The program accommodates beginners, recreational runners, club athletes, walkers, children, and performance-oriented runners. Time limits vary from one hour for the Salzwirkerlauf to six hours for the marathon.
Köstritzer Parklauf
Köstritzer Parklauf is a cross-country race held in late October in Bad Köstritz, Germany. It takes place in and around Köstritzer Park, away from the standard track. The event includes short races for children and youth, alongside longer distances for adults and masters, ranging from 500 m up to a 12 km main race.
The park setting defines the event. Runners begin in the park, passing dahlias still in bloom during autumn. The race attracts numerous local and regional clubs, particularly from Thuringia, with participants also coming from Saxony and Bavaria. The main race has hosted strong regional competitors like Sebastian Seyfarth of Gera and Katrin Oelmann of Bürgel. This event marks its 27th edition.
25. Schkölener Stadtparklauf
The Schkölener Stadtparklauf is a local cross-country race in Schkölen, Thuringia, organized by TSV 1885 Schkölen. It features short lap races for children and a 5 km option for older youth and adults, functioning more like a compact club race day than a single mass-start road race.
The course uses laps on and around the Schkölen sports ground, with distances matched to age groups. The youngest runners complete loops of about 0.6 km or 0.8 km, U12 runners have a 1.0 km loop, and older classes repeat a longer lap to reach 5 km.
Leipziger Auewaldlauf
The Leipziger Auewaldlauf begins at the LVB-Sportanlage on Neue Linie in Connewitzer Holz, leading runners into Leipzig’s southern Auewald. This understated November running event offers 20 km, 10 km, 5 km, and 2 km distances, catering to long-distance runners, club racers, casual participants, and children. The race has taken place annually since 1979 and is organized by the running group of SG Leipziger Verkehrsbetriebe.
The 10 km course is a full loop, and the 5 km course is a shorter loop; both are flat. The event is included in the Stadtrangliste Leipzig, providing local runners with an incentive to compete beyond a single performance. Participant numbers typically range from 301 to 500. The event's logistics are straightforward: public transport provides access, registration can be completed online or in person, a refreshment station is located at the finish, and results, photos, and printable certificates are available post-race.
SHC – StoneBreakTrail
SHC – StoneBreakTrail offers a range of distances instead of a single main event. The youngest children compete in an 800-meter race, children aged 8 to 12 run 2.4 kilometers, and older runners can select from 5K, 10K, or a 21K half marathon. The children’s races commence at approximately 10:00 AM, with the longer distances starting afterward.
The course winds through rolling hills, dense forest, and open fields, providing an off-road, nature-focused experience distinct from a flat city road race. The 5K is suitable for beginners and walkers, the 10K allows faster runners to increase their pace, and the half marathon presents the primary challenge for seasoned trail runners. The event is designed for individuals who enjoy physical activity, accommodating both first-time participants and regular trail racers.
Rothenburger Crosslauf
Rothenburger Crosslauf takes runners over sticks, stones, forest paths, and short climbs near Rothenburg/Oberlausitz in Saxony. The race occurs in November, starting and finishing at the Sportkomplex Friedensstraße, and is organized by Neisse Adventure Race e.V. It is a local cross-country race, not a road run, offering distances of 10 km, 5 km, 2.5 km, and an 800 m children's run. The children's race begins first in the morning, with the longer events starting together shortly after.
The 2.5 km loop includes repeated elevation changes and only brief opportunities to establish a steady rhythm. The course winds through the Rothenburg woods, making footing and effort as important as pace. The event contributes to the open Görlitz City Ranking, attracting local club runners as well as children, school-age participants, and adults opting for distances from the short cross run to the 10 km. Following the races, participants can enjoy a small buffet with fruit, cookies, and cake, aligning with the event's low-key local atmosphere.
Zwickauer Adventslauf
The Zwickauer Adventslauf is a December road race in Zwickau, Germany, centered around the Schwanenteich area near Planitzer Strasse. Established in 2001, it is part of the Westsachsen-Laufcup series. Participants can choose between 10 km and 5 km races, while shorter 1.7 km, 0.9 km, and 0.4 km events are available for children and younger runners.
The race route follows a loop on park paths within the Schwanenteich grounds, giving it the character of a local end-of-year park run rather than a large urban race. SV Vorwärts Zwickau organizes the event, typically drawing a few hundred participants, with previous years seeing over 600 finishers. Its timing in the Advent season lends a local holiday atmosphere; following the race, the club offers participants good wishes for a peaceful year's end and a strong start to the new year.
Apoldaer Silvesterlauf
The Apoldaer Silvesterlauf is a New Year's Eve road race in Apolda, Thuringia, beginning at 10:00 AM. Participants can select a 10 km, 5 km, or 2 km distance. The event also features Nordic Walking, a walking race, a Buggy Rally, and a 400 m Filinchen run for toddlers within the stadium. This local club event accommodates serious runners, families, walkers, and parents with buggies.
The course follows Herressener Strasse, with staggered starts throughout the morning: the 10 km begins first, followed by the 2 km, then the walking and buggy events, and finally the 5 km. The toddler run takes place later in the stadium. The race is organized by a volunteer team from Apoldaer LV, with recent events drawing over 500 participants, not including children in buggies. The 2 km, 5 km, and 10 km races are named after local sponsors. Organizers actively solicit feedback and volunteer assistance to adapt the event for growing numbers.
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About 5K races in Leipzig
Leipzig Training Notes
Leipzig hosts 27 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 the Leipziger Auwald, Clara-Zetkin-Park, Johannapark, Rosental, and the loops around Auensee when they want easy rhythm without leaving town. KRAFT Runners Leipzig meet Tuesdays at 19:00 at Galopprennbahn Scheibenholz, with bag drop, all pace groups, warm-up, #geilballern, and cool-down. Laufsport im SC DHfK Leipzig e.V. gives the city a steady club spine. Leipzig Marathon is the anchor event, and runners also keep schnelleStelle Firmenlauf Leipzig, Stundenlaufserie, 15. Leipziger Volksbank Frauenlauf, Sommerabendlauf am Auensee, Bärlauchblütenlauf, Fockeberglauf, and Leipzig Run on the calendar.
Locals ride a city with more than 400 kilometers of cycle paths, so Z2 base miles start easily from the city centre. #Gravel.Leipzig feels like the proper local KREW, with Sunday rides at 11:00, Monday rides at 18:00, and Friday rides at 5:31 in summer only. RUNDEDREHEN CYCLINGCLUB adds road and gravel starts from Bike Department Ost, Karl-Liebknecht-Straße 33, Bornaische Straße, Forsthaus Raschwitz, and Neuseenbrücke. Riders use Grüner Ring Leipzig, Neuseenland cycle route, Elster-Radweg, and COAL | STEAM | LIGHT | LAKES for long days. Climbs sit on Fockeberg and the Großzschocher, Leutzsch, and Grünau former pit heaps.
July is the best bright month, and the city gets an average of 229 hours of sunshine, so summer riding and running stretch late. Locals use Cospudener See, Markkleeberger See, Störmthaler See, Hainer See, and Zwenkauer See for warm-weather endurance, coffee pace, and the odd spicy interval. Summer also brings Gravelday Spring 2026, Gravelday late summer 2026, and lake loops that work well for gravel riding. Leipzig winter rounds use well-built paths in full darkness, and runners stay honest in the Auwald, parks, and Fockeberg reps.