10K
5K
Half Marathon
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Paderborner Osterlauf
Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia - Germany
About This Race
One of Germany's oldest running events, held every Easter Saturday since 1947.
The Course
Traditional Easter run through Paderborn
Race Details
Terrain
Road
Elevation
Flat
Participants
12,000 participants
Distances
10K, 5K, Half Marathon
What to Expect
Experience Germany's oldest road race on the historic streets of Paderborn. The festive Easter Saturday atmosphere attracts nearly 12,000 runners from 21 nations through the city's cultural landmarks and beautiful parkways.
Highlights
Germany's oldest road race, established in 1947
Held annually on Easter Saturday (Karsamstag)
Passes the Heinz Nixdorf MuseumsForum on Fürstenallee
Features half marathon, 10km, and 5km distances plus inline skating
Hosted German Half Marathon Championships in 2025
Race Information
Start Time
10:00
Aid Stations
8 stations
Cutoff Time
3:00:00
Typical Weather
Spring weather in April, typically 8-16°C with possibility of rain. Dress in layers.
Established
1947
Course Records
Men's Course Record
1:00:09 (Half Marathon) - Ghirmay Ghebreslassie (ERI), 2013
Women's Course Record
1:08:51 (Half Marathon) - Irina Mikitenko (GER), 2008
Tags
Family Friendly
Beginner Friendly