48. Leipzig Marathon

The 48th Leipzig Marathon will take place on Sunday, April 19, 2026, in a central location in Leipzig. Since its premiere in 1977, it has become one of the most traditional city marathons in Germany, attracting over 9,000 participants annually – in 2025, a new record was set with more than 12,500 starters. The city is also counting on at least as many runners for 2026, highlighting the event's outstanding significance for the regional and national running scene – excellent for SEO with keywords like “Leipzig Marathon 2026,” “Starten 2026,” and “Volkslauf Ostdeutschland.” In previous years, the proportion of ambitious runners and recreational participants has been very high. Although there was no lottery in the registration process, pre-registration ends on March 29, 2026 – after this date, only late registrations will be possible for an additional fee – an attractive note for potential participants. The route runs on a loop through the city center of Leipzig, passing landmarks such as the Gewandhaus, the New Town Hall, and the Völkerschlachtdenkmal. The elevation gain is low – the course is largely flat through urban terrain with minimal elevation difference – ideal for fast times and beginners.

Marathon (42 km), Halbmarathon (21 km), 10 km Lauf/Walken, 4 km Lauf/Walken, Stadtwerke‑Kinderlauf (600 m), Schüler‑Mannschafts‑Marathon (Staffel)