55. Bartenwetzer Volkslauf

The Bartenwetzer Volkslauf is the oldest people’s race in North Hesse and takes place on 30 May 2026 at Waldstadion Melsungen. The event includes children’s and schoolchildren’s races over 400 m and 1,000 m, as well as races over 5 km, 10 km and 19 km on firm paths through Melsungen city forest. As the 10th scoring race in the Nordhessencup, it offers a family-friendly atmosphere with refreshments, award ceremonies and a buffet. The start and finish areas are centrally located at Waldstadion, which also has changing facilities.

Race-pack collection from 14:30 at the MT clubhouse in Waldstadion. Same-day entries are not possible. Changing rooms are available at the MT clubhouse. Refreshments include water on the longer courses, hot tea at the finish, and a buffet with coffee, cake and bratwurst from 15:30. Medical services provided by the German Red Cross. Certificates and medals for the Bambini and 1,000 m races; certificates can be printed on site or accessed online. The event is subject to the applicable regulations for road races and running events held away from a stadium. Register online via RaceResult. The event at Waldstadion Melsungen includes award ceremonies, refreshments and medical support.