11. Dülmener Wasserlauf mit 5 km Walking

The Dülmener Wasserlauf is a running and walking event held at Sportzentrum Nord on Grenzweg in Dülmen. TSG Dülmen organizes it with Emschergenossenschaft and Lippeverband. The program features short races for children or beginners over 800 meters, 2.5 km, and 5 km, alongside a 10 km race and a 5 km walk. Recent editions have seen around 400 participants of all ages, with the 10 km race typically attracting the largest number of runners, approximately 200. The race originated from the DSADS project, “On the Trail of Traces in Dülmen.” This event aims to raise awareness about medication residues in water and the importance of proper drug disposal. The team race offers a unique format: four runners start together on the 2.5 km course, emphasizing group progress over individual times. The name is also fitting, as participants have used the provided water for cooling and refreshment during warm weather.