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BKK Walking am Baldeneysee mit Mini-Marathon

Baldeneysee, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

October 10, 2026
North Rhine-Westphalia
Straße
Marathon
7 km
1.1 km
Date:
October 10, 2026
Distances:
Marathon, 7 km, 1.1 km
Surface:
Straße
Location:
Baldeneysee, Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Race description

The BKK Walking at Lake Baldeney is part of the Westenergie Marathon Weekend in Essen and offers a diverse program for walkers, Nordic walkers, and runners. The main marathon runs twice around Lake Baldeney with an additional turnaround loop and is characterized by a flat profile and fast bike paths. The marathon has been held annually since 1963, making it Germany's oldest event of its kind. The event is organized by the athletics department of TUSEM Essen with support from numerous volunteers. The number of participants is limited to 3,000 to avoid bottlenecks on the course.

Highlights

  • Flat profile around Lake Baldeney
  • Two laps with an additional turnaround loop in the first lap
  • Fast bike paths and early autumn weather

Additional information

Participant limit of 3,000 due to bottlenecks on the course. Walking program offers routes up to 14 km. Event takes place annually on the second Sunday in October. Organized by the athletics department of TUSEM Essen with volunteer support. Distances: 1.1 km, 7 km, 42.2 km; limited to 3,000 participants; weather in October around 14°C, cloudy; registration recommended with the organizer.

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