Döbraberg Dr. Heinz Laubmann Gedächtnis Lauf

The Döbraberg Dr. Heinz Laubmann Memorial Run is a traditional group run that starts in Hof and leads participants along the Webersteig to the Döbraberg, the highest point of the Franconian Forest. The event takes place in October and offers various distances of 8.5 km, 14.5 km, and 23 km, as well as 8.5 km walking and Nordic walking routes. The shorter runs for adults are conducted without timing, focusing on reaching the summit together. The course is hilly and challenging, with a structured format where pacemakers set the pace and overtaking is not allowed. The run was established in 1968 in honor of Dr. Heinz Laubmann, the founder of the IfL clubs.

The event emphasizes communal running without competitive timing on the shorter distances. Typical October weather with around 14°C and mostly cloudy skies is expected. The run is a group event without timing for the shorter routes, starting on October 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM. Walking and Nordic walking routes are also offered. October weather in Hof can be variable, adding to the challenge.