Oelder Nikolauslauf

The 52nd Oelder Nikolauslauf will take place on December 6, 2026, at the Oelder Jahnstadion and invites children, teenagers, and adults to a diverse running experience. With four different race distances as well as a Nordic and walking distance, which is recognized as a performance track for the German Sports Badge, the race offers the right challenge for every age and performance level. The courses lead through the stadium and the surrounding landscape, including challenging ascents in the Limberger Forest. The event is a popular tradition on Nikolaustag and promotes amateur sports in the region.

The 7.5 km walking and Nordic walking route is barrier-free and also accessible with a wheelchair. An age group classification is offered for walking. The event is recognized as a performance track for the German Sports Badge. Various running and walking routes, including Nordic walking, are barrier-free, with performance routes for the German Sports Badge, as well as children and youth races.