18th Tiergarten Run 2026

The 18. Tiergartenlauf 2026 is a community road-running event based in Velen, Germany, starting and finishing at Gesamtschule Velen. Participants enjoy a scenic course that leads through the Historischer Tiergarten and passes local landmarks such as the historic Gut Ross sawmill. Established in 2007, the event has become a fixture in the western Münsterland running calendar and donates its proceeds to charitable causes. FLVW approval has been granted for the 2026 edition, underscoring the event’s established organisation and safety framework.

The programme caters to a wide range of abilities and ages, featuring a half marathon, the 10 km Tiergartenlauf, a 5 km Jedermannlauf, Nordic Walking over 7.5 km, relay racing, and pupil distances of 2.5 km and 1.4 km. The half marathon uses a two-lap format, while the 5 km loop is noted for long tree-lined sections that provide welcome shade, with some more exposed stretches on the longer distance. The event hub at the school offers a straightforward start and finish experience for all competitions. Full race timings, registration details, and any on-the-day logistics are provided by the organiser via the official event website.