Firmenlauf Cottbus

The DAK Firmenlauf Cottbus is a September company run held in Cottbus, starting and finishing in Puschkinpark in the early evening. It is a short road race of approximately 4.5 km, designed for workplace teams rather than solely for trained athletes. The event has a participant limit of about 3,000 people and attracts companies, clubs, and running groups from Cottbus, the surrounding area, and the broader Lausitz region. DAK-Gesundheit and Radio Cottbus organize the run, with a clear focus on team spirit, health, and networking among local workplaces. The route begins in Puschkinpark, proceeds along the Spree riverbanks, crosses the river at Spreewehrmuehle, and returns to the finish through Cottbus's green spaces. The distance is suitable for beginners and casual runners, aligning with the event's workplace-team concept. Imaginative company outfits are encouraged, contributing to the atmosphere of an office outing rather than a competitive club race. Following the run, participants gather in Puschkinpark for music and refreshments, making the evening a social event as well as a race.