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Silvesterlauf Hannover

Hannover-Herrenhausen, Hannover, Lower Saxony, Germany

December 31, 2026
Lower Saxony
Straße
10 km
7.7 km
5 km
Date:
December 31, 2026
Registration closes
December 31, 2025
Distances:
10 km, 7.7 km, 5 km
Surface:
Straße
Location:
Hannover-Herrenhausen, Hannover, Lower Saxony, Germany

Race description

The New Year's Eve Run at the Leine in Hanover is a traditional end-of-year race held on December 31st. The event features a 7.7 km loop course, primarily on paved paths through Steintormasch, to Wasserkunst, and along the Stichkanal to the Ihme. The race starts at 1:00 PM at the clubhouse of the Hanover Cycling Club at Weddigenufer. After the race, participants can enjoy mulled wine and bratwurst and receive a finisher wheat beer glass as a memento. The event is known for its cozy atmosphere and mass start.

Highlights

  • 7.7 km loop course on predominantly paved paths
  • Course passes through Steintormasch to Wasserkunst and Stichkanal
  • Start and finish at the clubhouse of the Hanover Cycling Club at Weddigenufer

Additional information

Mass start, mulled wine and bratwurst at affordable prices after the race, each finisher receives a 0.5l wheat beer glass in event design, late registration on the day of the event from 12:00 PM on-site (cash or PayPal payment). The race takes place on December 31st, with online registration until 31.12.25 10:00 AM. There are mass start and festivities that make the race a convivial end-of-year celebration.

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