Half Marathon races near Rabenau

TYRETO Run is a Czech race day in Děčín, Ústecký kraj, held under the Svatováclavský běh name. The program features road-running distances from 5 km to a half marathon, scheduled for October. Runners can select the 5 km Výzva Pro Začátečníky (Beginner's Challenge), the 12 km Střední Výzva (Middle Challenge), or the 21 km Trasa Pro Zkušené Běžce (Route for Experienced Runners). A Rodinný Běh (Family Run) is also offered, ensuring the day accommodates participants not focused on longer distances.

The Marathon de Dresde is a road race held in Dresden, Saxony, on a Sunday in late October. The event offers various distances, from short city runs to 10 km, a half marathon, and a full marathon, alongside relay options and children’s and junior races. This variety caters to families, casual runners, club members, and dedicated marathoners. The course follows Dresden’s city streets, passing significant sites such as the Frauenkirche, the Zwinger, and the Semperoper. The route includes some elevation changes, with the marathon featuring 139 metres of gain and the half marathon 113 metres. The event is designed around the city’s historic monuments, highlighting Dresden’s cultural heritage rather than an out-of-town course.

The Friedenslichtlauf is a December running event from Mainaschaff to Klingenberg/Trennfurt in Germany. Runners can choose several distances, from a short 4 km option up to 8.9 km, 13.9 km, a half marathon, and a 33.9 km long run, suiting beginners, regular club runners, and those seeking a challenge. The race supports a charity purpose. Entry fees and donations go to the outpatient children’s and youth hospice service in the Miltenberg/Kleinheubach area. The organizers present the day as a symbol of peace, solidarity, and compassion. It has reached at least its tenth edition, with runners, helpers, partners, donors, and local supporters all considered part of the collective effort.