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Monschau Marathon

Monschau-Konzen, Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

August 8, 2027
North Rhine-Westphalia
Straße
Ultramarathon
Ultramarathon
Marathon
Date:
August 8, 2027
Registration closes
August 9, 2026
Distances:
Ultramarathon, Ultramarathon, Marathon
Surface:
Straße
Location:
Monschau-Konzen, Monschau, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Race description

The Monschau Marathon takes place from August 7 to 9, 2026, in the picturesque Eifel landscape and offers runners a challenging course with varied terrain. In addition to the classic marathon, the event includes ultra distances (K56 and K70), a Genuss-Marathon, and relay races. The course passes through historic old-town areas, green meadows, and forests, with impressive views, all in a warm, family-friendly atmosphere. The Monschau Marathon is an international running event offering great variety and a strong sense of community among participants, volunteers, and sponsors.

Highlights

  • Start in Konzen, with a slight downhill and a fast opening loop
  • Monschau’s historic old town and nature along the Rur
  • The legendary Holderbachtal climb, gaining 160 meters in elevation

Additional information

12 aid stations along the marathon course. Relay exchange points in Widdau and Kalterherberg. Medical services, doctors, a massage team, and sports physiotherapists on site. Camping is available on the Am Windrad sports field (10 euros per day/person; children free). Showers and changing rooms are available in the Konzen primary school gym. Late registrations are possible online and on site until 09.08.2026, with a late registration fee. Pacemakers for various target times. Finisher medal included; technical shirt available for an additional fee when registering online by July 31. Guided bike tour on Saturday with no entry fee. Multiple race distances, including the marathon, ultras (K56, K70), relay, and walking; event in the Eifel with aid stations, start and exchange zones; focus on community and experiencing nature.

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