Running in Germany

Germany is a vast territory structured around its 4 largest cities with more than a million inhabitants: Berlin, Hamburg, Munich and Cologne. Crossed by rivers like the Danube, Rhine, and Elbe, the country can be divided into three distinct geographical areas: plains in the north, mid-range mountains in the center, and mountains in the south. Bavaria is home to Germany's highest peak ⛰, the Zugspitze, which soars to 2962 meters. The good news is that you'll have plenty of time to recover after the Beer Festival, also known as Oktoberfest, which takes place in Munich... Forests 🌳 are prominent in Germany: they cover nearly a third of the total territory! Numerous national parks dot the country, delighting runners and hikers alike. Discover the Palatinate Forest if you pass through Cologne or the famous Black Forest if you're in the south... Germany also boasts a vast number of exceptional monuments such as Neuschwanstein Castle 🏰, one of the most beautiful in the world! A true cultural goldmine, Berlin is an exciting cosmopolitan city to explore. Urban culture fans can truly immerse themselves! Sports play a significant role in German society, for both young and old. Germany's Olympic sports record speaks for itself. German runners are very keen on running in France. Will you return the favor? A glimpse of your options below... 😍

What about the race calendar in Germany? Trail, hiking, half marathon or marathon, you're sure to find what makes you happy here! The Berlin Marathon is an important date for you if you are a road runner. World records have been set on this fast course, so run to achieve your best performance 💨 in Germany! Still in the city, the Düsseldorf Marathon is run along the banks of the Rhine. Speaking of waterways, the Frankfurt Marathon is also a must with a course along the Main. The Hamburg Marathon will let you explore the city's maritime past. In North Rhine-Westphalia. Nature and off-road enthusiasts can turn to the RAG Hartfüssler Trail, an event that is part of the UTMB World Series. It's also the chance to discover Saarland, located at the French border, near the Moselle. Hiking in Germany 🇩🇪? A Nordic race is organized as part of the GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf, which you can always challenge yourself to pronounce to your friends 🤣.

Los geht's (go)!