The Giessen City Run

RUN'n'ROLL for Help — Der Gießener Stadtlauf is listed by the organisers as planned for 16 August 2026 and uses the original German event title. The race is held in the Giessen city centre and typically turns the town into a sporting highlight for participants and spectators. This edition follows a long-standing tradition of the event, referenced on the site as the 28th running. Entrants and interested parties are advised to consult the official website for registration openings and detailed event information.

Organisers report that in 2025 well over 1,200 runners took part and that more than €19,000 was raised for charitable causes. Proceeds from the event are stated to be shared equally between Lebenshilfe Giessen and the local Aidshilfe, the named beneficiaries. The official site provides a results page and a gallery for past editions and lists contact details for the organiser. Specific start times, distances and race categories for the 2026 edition are not published on the event pages and will be posted on the event website when available.