The ONW-Lauf is a charity street run in Dannenberg, beginning at 4:30 PM from Marktplatz in the town’s historic center. It takes place in September and raises funds for the Oncological Network Wendland; the Seepassage Pharmacy organizes the event. Runners can select 2.1 km, 4.2 km, or 10.5 km, accommodating children, beginners, and those seeking a longer distance.
The course follows roads, not trails, and the shorter distances lend it a community feel over intense competition. Students participate without charge as their fees are covered, while adults pay €6. The event’s core concept is straightforward: numerous local runners, young and old, start in the center of Dannenberg and run to support a cancer-related cause in Wendland.