52nd Hammer Sparkassen Winter Run Series 2026

The 52. Hammer Sparkassen‑Winterlaufserie 2026 is a three‑race winter road running series in Hamm, Germany, featuring officially measured turnaround courses that are certified for best‑list eligibility. All races start and finish on the running track in the Jahnstadion at Sportzentrum Hamm‑Ost and follow a flat route through the Lippeaue nature area and the Kurpark in Bad Hamm. Chip timing records both gross and net times, with results forwarded to the DLV and regional associations. The organiser prohibits headphones, dogs and baby joggers during competition for participant safety and rule compliance.

Across the series, awards recognise overall and age‑group performances, with team classifications and day‑of‑race ceremonies in the festival tent at the stadium. A raffle among full‑series preregistrants includes a bicycle voucher and sport watches, while each entry adds a small charitable donation to the local hospice association. A refundable deposit is taken for the bib with integrated timing chip, and youth athletes (U20) benefit from a 50% fee reduction per the organiser’s policy. Courses are officially measured to TR55 standards, ensuring accurate distances and eligibility for national best lists.