westenergie Hunsrück Marathon 2026

The westenergie Hunsrück Marathon is a running event held in late August in the Hunsrück, a low mountain region of Rhineland-Palatinate in western Germany. The primary race covers the full 42.195 km marathon distance from Emmelshausen to Simmern. A half marathon, a 6 km run, and a relay marathon are also offered. The marathon takes place on paved surfaces and is designed for runners seeking a consistent pace through hilly terrain, distinct from city-loop races. Participants have included trained runners, ambitious club athletes, hobby runners, and competitors from Germany and other countries. Simmern serves as the event hub, and the point-to-point marathon route provides a distinct journey across the Hunsrück.