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Bienwald-Marathon
Kandel - Germany
About This Race
One of Germany's fastest marathons since 1976, known for its pancake-flat course through the Bienwald forest where even wild cats roam – perfect for chasing personal bests.
The Course
Completely flat course through Bienwald forest with only 20m elevation gain over the entire marathon distance
Race Details
Terrain
Road
Elevation
Flat
Participants
1,950 participants
Distances
Half Marathon, Marathon
What to Expect
One of Germanys fastest marathons since 1976, famous for its pancake-flat course through the protected Bienwald forest. With only 20m elevation gain, this traffic-free, certified course is perfect for chasing personal bests. The 2025 average finish time was 3:37.
Highlights
One of Germanys fastest marathons
Only 20m total elevation over entire course
48th edition half marathon, 51st marathon
Wild cats roam the protected Bienwald forest
Regularly sells out - book early
Race Information
Start Time
09:00
Typical Weather
Early March: 3-12°C (37-54°F), cool early spring
Established
1976