Fürstenwaldlauf

The Fürstenwaldlauf is a traditional cross-country race in Upper Swabia, taking place for the 45th time in 2026. It is held as part of the Öchslefest in the town of Ochsenhausen on June 19 and is known for its family-friendly atmosphere. The main race is a quarter marathon, run mostly on forest paths with some challenging sections. It starts and finishes with a lap of the track at the Hopfengarten sports grounds. A 5 km race is also offered; it follows the same route as the main race but turns back after 2.5 km. The race is sanctioned by the German Athletics Association (DLV).

The 2026 schedule features several races: a 300 m Bambini race at 16:00, 800 m schoolchildren’s races from 16:30, followed by the main race and the 5 km race. The start and finish are at the Hopfengarten sports grounds, address: Hopfengarten 3, 88416 Ochsenhausen. Refreshments and health services are available on site. The race is DLV-sanctioned. Routes on forest paths, online registration available, children’s races on the track, refreshments included, parking available, DLV-sanctioned.