Bienwald Marathon Kandel – The Spring Classic

The Bienwald-Marathon Kandel – Der Frühjahrsklassiker is a long-established spring marathon held since 1976 and presented in 2026 as its 51st edition. The race is organised by TSV 1886 Kandel e. V. and presented in partnership with Bitburger 0,0%. The course is renowned for being very flat and fast, routed largely on asphalt through Kandel, Minfeld and the Bienwald forest, with start and finish at the Bienwald event venues.

The event weekend comprises a full marathon and a concurrent half marathon, both typically starting at 10:00 local time, with the marathon Zielschluss (finish closing time) listed at 15:00. Runners are supported by measured, traffic‑free stretches, aid stations roughly every 5 km and chip timing via disposable transponders; entries include typical finisher awards and on-event services. The Bienwald-Marathon promotes a spectator-friendly atmosphere with on-site services such as baggage drop, showers and an evening pasta event before race day.