57. Pfungstädter Advents-Crosslauf 2026

The Pfungstädter Advents-Crosslauf is a cross-country running event in Pfungstadt, Hessen. It has been held on the first Sunday of Advent since 1969. Races begin and end at the TSV Stadium on Christian-Meid-Straße, organized by TSV Pfungstadt Laufbewerbe. The event offers runs for children and youth, as well as adult cross-country distances, from under 1 km up to approximately 7.8 km. This suits young runners, club athletes, and local adults seeking a winter cross race instead of a road race. The course consists of repeating cross-country loops, including a 3.7 km loop for some races, with longer routes using similar terrain. Participant numbers are typically modest, between 301 and 500, creating a local feel. Its long history and placement on the first Sunday of Advent are key traditions. Runners in Hessen have seen this early-winter fixture on their calendars for decades, with event pages providing start lists, results, and photos.