44. Heiligenröder Abendlauf 2026

The Heiligenröder Abendlauf is an evening road race in Niestetal, Germany, now in its 44th year. It is included in the Nordhessencup Laufserie scoring calendar. Races cater to various ages and abilities, from a 400 m run for Bambinis to a 20.35 km course for experienced runners. The event balances competitive running with non-competitive options. Bambinis, walkers, and Nordic walkers are timed but not ranked. Bambinis participate without charge, their fees covered by honorary members of the ski department. Children, youth, and adults have modest entry fees. The race is also listed in the laufen.de race calendar, featuring events associated with laufen.de or officially registered with German athletics organizations.