Tiergarten Run Velen

The Tiergartenlauf Velen is described by the organisers as "der familienfreundliche Volkslauf im Münsterland" and the 18th edition took place on 20 June 2026. This community road running event in Velen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, offers a broad programme for children, youth and adults and emphasises a family-friendly atmosphere. Multiple distances are provided, including a Halbmarathon, 10 km, 5 km and shorter student races, plus a Nordic walking option, and GPX route downloads and maps are available for participants. Official results, online certificates (Urkunden) and event photos are published on the event website after the race.

The event is organised via the SF‑Nordvelen site (sf-nordvelen.de) and includes separate registration pages for individual entrants and relay teams (Anmeldung and Anmeldung Staffel). The programme also features a Rahmenprogramm for spectators and local supporters, and there is an archive of past results and best times on the site. Practical information such as Anfahrt (navigation) details and downloadable route plans are provided on the official pages to help visitors find start and finish locations. Entrants are directed to the Ausschreibung 2026 for full rules, registration conditions and any further timing or logistical details.