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5JUL
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Lauf um den Hain Giersleben
Giersleben · 41 km away
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2AUG
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Lieskauer Volkslauf
Lieskau · 71 km away
2AUG
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Marathon rund um Wellen
Wellen · 14 km away
16AUG
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Wolfsburg Staffellauf powered by VfL Wob e.V.
Wolfsburg · 66 km away
21AUG
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11. Tangermünder Lichterlauf
Tangermünde · 51 km away
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30AUG
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Schapener Volkslauf
Brunswick · 77 km away
30AUG
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23. Windmühlenberglauf
Fallersleben · 70 km away
30AUG
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Volkslauf Meine
Meine · 78 km away
30AUG
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Windmühlenberglauf Wolfsburg-Fallersleben
Wolfsburg · 66 km away
SEP 2
13SEP
Run · road · 10K
27. Rathaus Center Dessauer CityRUN
Dessau-Roßlau · 51 km away
27SEP
Run · road · 10K
14. Bahrs-Kartoffellauf
Jembke · 72 km away
Magdeburg · 80 km
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Recurring 10K races near Magdeburg
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Brockenheroes
Brockenheroes begins in Schierke, a village in Saxony-Anhalt within Germany’s Harz mountains. It directs runners, walkers, road cyclists, mountain bikers, and MTBO riders uphill toward the Brocken. The event centers on mountain time trials and mountain runs, with participants beginning individually at 30-second intervals rather than starting together. It typically commences in the morning, offering a cold-air, steep-climb atmosphere typical of autumn mountain races, culminating on the Harz’s highest summit.
The start is located at Schierke’s lowest point, with all races concluding on the Brocken, making the primary objective straightforward: ascend. Available distances include 5k, 6.5k, 10k, and 11.2k options, alongside road cycling, mountain biking, a 24k road ride, Nordic walking, hiking, trail running, cross-country running, and team entries. The ascent totals approximately 500 meters on the primary uphill course. Pro Sport im Harz e.V. manages the series, initiated in 2021, welcoming hobby, recreational, and amateur athletes, with licensed and professional riders competing separately. Some events permit participants from age 10, while others require a minimum age of 14. During severe weather, organizers have referred to finishers as “Sturmbrockenheroes,” reflecting the event’s character: a blend of competition and a test of endurance against a mountain where weather presents a significant challenge.
Mitteldeutscher Marathon
The Mitteldeutscher Marathon is a point-to-point marathon in central Germany, running from Leipzig to Halle (Saale) in the autumn. It starts at Leipzig’s Elsterflutbecken near the Festwiese Sportforum and finishes on Halle’s Marktplatz, covering the full distance between two neighboring cities rather than looping around one urban center. The race is open to adults and uses net timing, with pacers offered for 3:30, 3:45, 4:00, and 4:15 finish targets.
The course follows the classic Leipzig-to-Halle route, a line with old marathon history: it was first used for a German marathon in 1925. Organizers describe it as fast, but it still has firm cutoffs, including intermediate time checks late in the race and a fixed finish-line closing time. The wider event also includes a half marathon and a 10k, while marathon runners receive practical point-to-point support such as event-day regional transport between Halle and Leipzig, bag drop, clothing transport to the finish, a finisher medal, and post-race massages at the Roter Turm on Halle’s Marktplatz.
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.
Le marathon du Brocken
Le marathon du Brocken is a mountain trail race held in Schierke, a village in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, bordering the Harz National Park. Taking place in early October, it provides 10 km, 26 km, and 39 km distances, allowing participants to select a route from a shorter forest trail to a demanding mountain run. The race, established in 1978, centers on a single objective: ascending the Brocken, the highest peak in the Harz.
The course follows winding trails through the national park’s forests, with the longer distances guiding runners towards open vistas near the summit. It is suited for trail runners seeking climbs, varied terrain, and a more natural environment than a road marathon. The Brocken summit defines the event; participants are not merely running a distance but ascending a renowned peak in a cherished German upland area.
Braunschweiger Lauftage Braunschweig Running Days
Braunschweiger Lauftage takes place in late October in Braunschweig, offering three standard distances: 5 kilometers, 10 kilometers, and a half marathon. The event is designed around the city and its parks, deviating from a typical out-and-back road course. The paths are surfaced with asphalt or packed gravel.
The 5K route proceeds directly into the Bürgerpark from the start. The 10K follows the shoreline of the Braunschweiger Südsee. The half marathon incorporates more of the city, guiding participants past local landmarks and through parks before returning to the city center. Participants have access to essential amenities, including food service, changing facilities, showers, restrooms, finisher shirts, and medals.
44. Zerbster Rolandlauf
The Zerbster Rolandlauf is a local running event in Zerbst, Saxony-Anhalt, held at the Friedrich-Ludwig-Jahn Stadion on Am Anger. It takes place on a Sunday in October, organized by the athletics department of TSV Rot-Weiß Zerbst. The event offers races for a wide age range, from 400-meter children's races to 10-kilometer adult distances.
The main races feature a flat 5 km road or mixed-terrain loop that passes through the stadium; 10 km runners complete this loop twice. This event is a traditional Volkslauf, not a large-scale spectacle. Separate categories exist for children, youth, adults, and seniors, with 5 km and 10 km options for the longer distances. Winners receive unique 3D medals, and the top three finishers in each category are awarded certificates.
Braunschweiger Lauftage
Braunschweiger Lauftage is a road race held in late October in Braunschweig, Lower Saxony, with starts scheduled for 9:30 AM. Participants can select from 5 km, 10 km, or a half marathon, the latter being the most frequently chosen distance. A 500 m children's run is also offered, accommodating both adult race distances and a short option for younger participants.
The races take place within the city, not in the countryside, with the event themed around Braunschweig's monuments and the slogan “Discover Lower Saxony.” The organizer is ssportTREND Braunschweig, located on Güldenstraße in the city. Course details indicate one-loop routes for the 5 km, 10 km, and half marathon, with the appeal stemming from running through Braunschweig and viewing its historic architecture.
40. Wernigeröder Armeleuteberglauf
The Wernigeröder Armeleuteberglauf begins and ends at Haus Blume on Salzbergstraße in Wernigerode, directing runners toward the Kaiserturm. This November trail race, organized by Harz-Gebirgslauf 1978 e.V. Wernigerode, offers four distances: 1 km and 2.1 km for children, and 5.4 km and 10 km for the main races starting together later in the morning.
The course is a short, challenging forest run, not a flat road race. Recent editions have included narrow woodland paths, muddy sections, steep climbs to the Kaiserturm, and quick downhill stretches. Approximately 160 participants, ranging from children to older age-group athletes, have joined in recent years across the four courses. The pasta party held the evening before the race is a small local tradition associated with the event.
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.
Elm-Advents-Halbmarathon Königslutter
The Elm-Advents-Halbmarathon Königslutter is a road running event held during the Advent season in Königslutter, Lower Saxony, Germany. The event begins at 10:00 AM from the SV Victoria Königslutter sports facility, featuring 20 km, 10 km, and 5 km races, alongside Nordic Walking. Notably, the longest distance is 20 km, not the standard 21.1 km associated with a half-marathon.
TSV Lelm is the organizing body, with online registration available on their website starting September 1. Situated in the early December running schedule, the race focuses on local winter competition and Advent traditions rather than a large-scale urban event. Participants are expected to include those running longer distances, shorter distances, and walkers, all utilizing the central event area in Königslutter.
Magdeburger Silvesterlauf
The Magdeburger Silvesterlauf is a New Year's Eve running event held in Magdeburg, Germany. Its name translates to Magdeburg New Year's Eve Run, highlighting that participants conclude the year with a race instead of waiting for a spring or summer road-running season.
Available records indicate editions numbering into the forties, suggesting a long-standing local tradition rather than a singular holiday event. Published sources confirm Magdeburg as the race location but lack sufficient reliable course detail to describe the route, distances, or field without speculation.
Bad Harzburger Silvesterlauf
The Bad Harzburger Silvesterlauf is a New Year's Eve running event held at Sportpark Bad Harzburg, offering races for all age groups instead of a single distance. The program includes a 400-meter Bambini lap, plus 1,500, 3,000, 5,000, and 10,000 meters, catering to children, casual runners, and those seeking a challenging end-of-year run.
The shorter routes are situated near the sport park: the 1,500-meter race extends up Herbrink toward the forest edge, and the 3,000-meter course reaches near Café Goldberg. The 5,000-meter and 10,000-meter races proceed toward the Abschiedswald. This event marks its 40th edition and has returned to an in-person format following a semi-virtual iteration. A modern timing system provides each runner with a chip for turn and finish stamps; 10,000-meter participants also stamp at a pass-through point, while Bambini runners do not use race numbers.
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About 10K races in Magdeburg
Magdeburg Base Miles
Magdeburg hosts 24 10K 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 Elbe edges, Rotehornpark, Stadtpark Rotehorn, Elbauenpark, Herrenkrugpark, and the Schroteanlage when they want steady Z2 without much drama. Rotehornpark sits surrounded by the mighty Elbe River and feels like the easy choice for base miles. APEX Running Club meets at @square.with.love on Hasselbachplatz on Wednesdays from 7-8 AM and Sundays from 10-11 AM, usually running 5-7 km at 6:30 min/km. Social Run Magdeburg keeps weekly runs between 5 and 10 km from the Sternendenkmal at Sternbrücke. The anchor race list runs deep, with Magdeburg Marathon, Elbe-Brücken-Lauf Magdeburg, Stadtteillauf im Kannenstieg, Stadtfelder Schrotelauf, Sudenburg-Lauf, and Magdeburger Silvesterlauf.
Locals ride the Elbe side, green city links, and the road out toward Halle when they want longer work. The 1-Tages-Tour über 100 KM connects Magdeburg and Halle an der Saale over 100 km, with the finish on Domplatz in Magdeburg and a refreshment stop in Bernburg. Magdeburger Velozipeden Club e.V. brings the old-club feel, first founded in 1869 and revived in 2021, with an open workshop for riders who want to wrench. JustGo gravel loops give locals 30-minute to 4-hour options from one start-finish point. The climbs stay low-key because the brief gives no named hills, so intervals come from wind, bridges, fast bends, and long Z2 pulls.
Spring and summer give Magdeburg the best training months, especially when runners and riders want volume without winter layers. Summer brings warm, relatively wet days, and the city gets 48.9 days a year above 25°C with 12 days above 30°C. Thunder turns up more in spring and summer, and Magdeburg averages 20.9 thunder days and 0.8 hail days annually. Locals still train through it by starting early, keeping loops flexible, and saving hard intervals for clearer windows. Winter flips the rhythm because the city gets damp and chilly, with 71.7 days below freezing at night and 15.6 days that stay below freezing all day.