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Half Marathon races near Pforzheim
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5JUL
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26. Eßlinger Zeitung Lauf
Esslingen · 47 km away
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12JUL
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Steinenberger Waldlauf
Rudersberg · 61 km away
12JUL
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Ermstal-Marathon
Metzingen · 58 km away
12JUL
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39. Steinenberger Waldlauf
Steinenberg · 62 km away
19JUL
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15. Heumadener Volkslauf 2026
Stuttgart · 37 km away
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19JUL
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Heumadener Volkslauf und Halbmarathon
Stuttgart-Heumaden · 42 km away
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1AUG
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SWE-Halbmarathon Ettlingen
Ettlingen · 22 km away
15AUG
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36. Hüttenfelder Volksbankkerwelauf
Lampertheim-Hüttenfeld · 79 km away
16AUG
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19. Hambrücker Lußhardtlauf
Hambrücken · 35 km away
SEP 1
27SEP
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26. Kraichgaulauf
Sinsheim · 42 km away
Pforzheim · 80 km
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Recurring Half Marathon races near Pforzheim
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15. Apfellauf 2026
The Apfellauf begins and ends on company property in Laubuseschbach, located at An den Obstwiesen 2. This June running event offers two straightforward race choices: a 5 km single lap or a 10 km double lap. The primary races commence in the morning, with the 5 km starting first, followed soon after by the 10 km. A free children's run around midday is available for participants up to age 9.
The course winds past orchards, then proceeds along forest trails, field paths, a section of the L3063 state road that is closed to traffic, and a bike path leading back towards Laubuseschbach. The event accommodates a wide range of participants, from dedicated runners to those participating with friends, colleagues, or club members. Teams require a minimum of eight runners, with entries spread across both the 5 km and 10 km distances. For team scoring, only the two fastest runners in each distance are considered. Awards are given for the largest participating group and for the team with the four fastest female runners.
Franklin Meilenlauf Mannheim
Franklin Meilenlauf is a running event in Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany, featuring a half marathon and a 6-mile race. Held in October, the distances range from approximately 10 to 21 kilometers, suitable for runners seeking a challenge beyond a short city run but not yet ready for a full marathon.
The course winds through Mannheim's northern green spaces and across its redevelopment zones, offering a distinct local character instead of a standard road loop. The event has a history of multiple editions, with past results available, and the organizer maintains registration information on the Franklin Meilenlauf website.
Barbarossalauf Erlenbach
Barbarossalauf Erlenbach is a road running event in Erlenbach am Main, Bavaria, starting at Saint-Maurice-Platz near Elsenfelder Strasse. It typically takes place in October, beginning in the afternoon, and features several distances: a half marathon, 10 km, 5 km, 2.5 km, and 1 km.
The event has been held annually since 2007, organized by Barbarossalauf Erlenbach a. Main e.V. The shorter distances and the children’s or school run cater to local runners and families. The half marathon, a recent addition, provides a longer road-race option. Registration is available via the organizer’s website.
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.
Pfettrachtaler Lauf
The Pfettrachtaler Lauf begins at the SC Pfettrach sports field in Altdorf, Bavaria, offering runners several road-race options on the same day. The primary distances are a 21.1 km half marathon, a 10 km run, and a 5 km run. Shorter races are available for children and students over 2 km, 800 m, and 400 m. The event typically takes place in autumn and has been held annually since 2002. Organized by SC Pfettrach, it maintains the feel of a local club event rather than a large city race.
The program extends beyond standard running events. Nordic walking is included, and inline skating is part of the event listing. Recent editions have also featured 23 km mountain bike and e-mountain bike races on an MTB trail. The youngest participants have their own Bambini race, while older school-age runners compete in separate student distances before the longer adult races commence. Local businesses and AOK Bayern provide support, reinforcing the event's connection to the Pfettrach and Landshut areas.
Filderstadt-Halbmarathon
The Filderstadt-Halbmarathon is a road running event held in Filderstadt-Bernhausen, near Stuttgart, featuring a half marathon as its primary race. The event also offers a 10 km race, Bambini and schoolchildren's runs, and a team relay, catering to both local families and dedicated club runners. LG Filder organizes the event, with registration managed via the official website.
The half marathon spans 21.1 km along an all-asphalt course through Filderstadt's city center. The route is relatively flat with no significant elevation changes, allowing for consistent pacing. Recent years have seen increasing participation, with one reported race growing from just over 200 to more than 400 runners, and national-level athletes have achieved fast winning times.
22. Freundschaftslauf der LLG Wustweiler
The 22nd Freundschaftslauf der LLG Wustweiler is a group running, walking, and hiking event in Wustweiler, part of Illingen in Saarland. It takes place in November, with Seelbachhalle Wustweiler as the start and finish area, and Dorfwaldhalle also listed among the event locations. The primary long option is a 21 km trail with approximately 600 meters of elevation gain, making it more of a hilly forest run than a flat road race.
The format centers on guided groups instead of individual racing: experienced LLG Wustweiler runners lead the various running and walking groups. Participants can select shorter routes of about 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11 km, while walkers and hikers have 5 and 6 km options on forest paths. The name Freundschaftslauf translates to “friendship run,” and the structure supports this concept: multiple pace and distance groups depart from the same local hall, allowing adults and youth to participate without committing to the full trail distance.
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.
Barbarossa Berglauf
The Barbarossa Berglauf is a trail and mountain running event in Göppingen, Germany, scheduled for late November. Participants can select from 5 km, 10 km, or 21 km distances. The primary ascent directs runners up Hohenstaufen, the local mountain overlooking the Filstal valley. The half marathon serves as the day's main event, also available as a relay. A 5 km fitness run offers a shorter route for those less accustomed to mountain terrain.
The event's name originates from Emperor Barbarossa, whose ancestral castle was situated on Hohenstaufen. This historical connection is reflected in the race's terminology, with the half marathon humorously referred to as the “Emperor’s discipline” instead of the typical “queen event.” The program also features races for schoolchildren and toddlers, extending the participant pool beyond dedicated trail runners. The mountain setting and the vistas across the Filstal attract both spectators and runners from beyond Göppingen.
Plopsa Nikolauslauf Haßloch
The Plopsa Nikolauslauf Haßloch begins and ends within Plopsaland Deutschland, the amusement park in Haßloch, directing its longer distance runners into the Haßlocher Wald. Organized by LC Haßloch, this St. Nicholas season Volkslauf features races for various skill levels: a measured half marathon, a 5.5 km run for beginners, a 3.3 km student run, an 800 m run for bambini, and a 250 m mini run.
The half marathon combines road running with forest paths, while the shorter races offer distinct distances for children, youth runners, active adults, and masters. This event continues the tradition of the Haßloch Nikolauslauf in a new format with Plopsaland as a partner, following over fifty editions of the established race. Starting spots are capped, and previous outcomes indicate it attracts both dedicated local runners and families or newcomers; Marko Martin of TV Maikammer, who won the half marathon, described the win as a personal dream.
Nikolauslauf Tübingen
The itdesign-Nikolauslauf Tübingen is a half marathon held in Tübingen, Germany, on a Sunday near Saint Nicholas Day. Organized by Post-SV Tübingen, it has taken place annually since 1976, with one exception due to sudden winter weather. It is Germany's largest Nikolauslauf and one of the country's largest single-event half marathons.
The event began with 24 male runners and has since grown to several thousand finishers. The initial course spanned 21 kilometers through the Schönbuch Nature Park; the current half marathon follows the standard 21.0975-kilometer distance. A November test run offers participants a chance to run the original course without official timing, guided by pace runners for various target speeds, typically attracting around 800 participants.
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About Half Marathon races in Pforzheim
Pforzheim Training Notes
Pforzheim hosts 21 Half Marathon races in 2026 within 80 km of the city centre — upcoming dates, recurring series, and other races nearby, all in one place.
Pforzheim gives runners a good Goldstadt mix, with the Enz, Nagold, and Würm keeping routes close to town and the Black Forest edge never far away. Locals use Enzauenpark for easy laps, base miles, and quick intervals before work. LC80 Pforzheim keeps the race calendar visible, including Citylauf Pforzheim on 27.06.2025. The SWP-CityLauf Pforzheim brings the road crowd, with the SWP Hauptlauf, PZ FunRun, Reha-Zentrum HESS-ParkRun, Schülerläufe, and Kidsläufe. Sparkassen Cross Pforzheim gives the city its proper cross anchor.
Pforzheim gives riders 1,483 routes, so locals can pick Z2, a sharp MTB hit, or a long gran fondo day without making it complicated. Z2 runs 3 km and climbs 523 m. Pforzheim - Konstanz stretches 205 km and stacks 2,681 m of ascent. The climbs sit north and east in the hilly Kraichgau, and south and west on the northern rim of the eastern Black Forest. Rund um die Goldstadt is the anchor name.
May and July suit Pforzheim best, especially for cycling, because the popular routes fill up and the longer days make base miles easy. Summer riders lean into Quick tour mit Scala 1, Relax route Pforzheim mit beste backerei stop, and the bigger Pforzheim - Dornstetten days. Summer runners keep Enzauenpark steady and use the city races for tempo checks. November changes the mood when Sparkassen Cross Pforzheim lands. Winter runners get asphalt paths and forest floors, while riders keep the shorter loops honest and save the big Black Forest climbing for clearer days.