Main Race Announcement – Eppsteiner Burg-Lauf

The Ausschreibung Hauptlauf – Eppsteiner Burg-Lauf is scheduled for 26 June 2026 and features the traditional Altdeutsche Meile of 7.777 kilometres. The main race (Hauptlauf) starts at 19:30 with race chip timing, while the Eppsteiner Schülerstaffel relay begins at 19:20. The event is staged at Sportplatz "Am Bienroth", Auf dem Wingertsberg 2.1 in Eppstein and is organised by TSG Eppstein. The course is described as varied and adapted to the local topography, offering an engaging evening contest for a wide range of age groups.

Online entries for the Hauptlauf close on 23 June with on-the-day registrations available from 17:00; late entries carry an additional fee. Hauptlauf entrants receive an Apfelweinglas and prizes include sponsor vouchers, age-group awards and course-record bonuses. On-site facilities include changing and shower provision and first-aid support from the German Red Cross and the local volunteer fire service. Travel information on the official site highlights good public-transport access via Eppstein station (S2) and local bus services.