Nikolauslauf Neumünster 2026

Nikolauslauf Neumünster is a small December race in Neumünster, Germany, held on the Saturday after Saint Nicholas Day. It begins and ends at Strandallee 31, near the Erster Kanu-Klub Neumünster grounds, featuring a 4 km short route and the 7.8 km Seerunde. Participants can register for the road race, with separate categories for Nordic walkers and hikers. The main route circles Einfelder See, defining the event's straightforward course: a local winter run centered on the lake, not a large urban circuit. It is a traditional Volkslauf and Landschaftslauf, drawing typically 100 to 300 participants, appealing to club runners, casual local runners, walkers, and families seeking a relaxed seasonal activity. Entry fees are reasonable, with registration options online or in person before or on race day.