Runners at the Stolberg Castle Run

The charity run in Stolberg in the Harz Mountains

Stolberg Castle Run 2026

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On 29 August 2026, Stolberg in the Harz Mountains will become a meeting place for runners, teams and families from across the region. Take part right by Stolberg Castle – in the half marathon, 21-km relay, 10-km run, 5-km run, 5-km walk, 2.2-km fun run or Bambini run. Every entry supports regional projects in and around Stolberg.

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29. Aug 26

Stolberg Summer Open Air – The Berlin Air Party

Round off the evening in Stolberg after the Castle Run:
On Saturday 29 August 2026, the Stolberg Summer Open Air will take place at Stolberg Castle from 6.30 pm – featuring Kevin Neon, with musical support from DJ Putze, Finn Lennart & Luca.

Please note: This is a separate evening event and is not included in the Castle Run registration.
Admission: €10

Your running distance at the Stolberg Castle Run

A group of runners at the Stolberg Castle Run, on the route along the castle walls at Stolberg Castle.21 km half marathonmehr erfahren
The relay team poses with the baton for a photo at the Stolberg Castle Run.21 km relay racemehr erfahren
The field of runners passes through the castle gate, where their times are recorded, during the Stolberg Castle Run.10 km runmehr erfahren
A Nordic walking group, using poles, passing through the archway during the Stolberg Castle Run.5 km walkmehr erfahren
Two female finishers show off their medals after the Stolberg Castle Run.2.2 km Fun Runmehr erfahren
Children are waiting at the start and waving at Stolberg Castle during the Stolberg Castle Run.Children's Runmehr erfahren
Female participants who won medals at the Stolberg Castle RunRunners crossing the finish line after the Stolberg Castle Run at Stolberg CastleTwo young female runners with their medals, looking out over Stolberg

Running for a good cause

Once a year, Stolberg in the Harz region becomes the centre of the running world: when hundreds of runners set off through the historic old town and up towards the hills of the Southern Harz, that special energy emerges for which the Schloss-Lauf has long been renowned far beyond the region. Join in and support a regional project in and around Stolberg/Harz with your contribution!

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Why you should take part in the Stolberg Castle Run:

Run amidst the impressive historic backdrop of Stolberg.

Experience varied routes packed with sporting and scenic highlights.

Feel the spirit of over 450 participants – right at the heart of the region’s biggest sporting event.

Your entry fee will go towards supporting local projects in and around Stolberg.

Naturresort & Spa Schindelbruch, set in the countryside, offers accommodation for the Stolberg Castle Run

Accommodation for the Stolberg Castle Run in Stolberg in the Harz Mountains

Turn the Stolberg Castle Run into a relaxing running weekend in the Southern Harz. Ritter von Kempski Private Hotels & Resorts offer suitable accommodation for runners, teams and accompanying guests – right in and around Stolberg in the Harz.

Whether it’s a restful break before the race, a relaxing stay after the run or a weekend away with family and friends: at our hotels, you can combine sport, nature, enjoyment and relaxation in the Southern Harz.

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Female participants who won medals at the Stolberg Castle RunA finisher and a volunteer laugh at Stolberg CastleTwo female runners with medals, looking out over StolbergMother and child show off their medals after the raceFinishers receive medals at the prize-giving ceremonyWinners on the podium at the Stolberg Castle RunParticipants warm up before the Stolberg Castle RunVerpflegungsstation beim Stolberger Schloss-LaufStarting signal with a gun salute at the Stolberg Castle RunRunners in the finish area in StolbergGroup warm-up before the Stolberg Castle RunYoung runner receives a finisher’s medalA team of runners runs through the castle gate in StolbergAwards ceremony with certificates at the Stolberg Castle RunPresentation of certificates at the prize-giving ceremonyA group of runners on the course at Stolberg CastleParticipants take a selfie with their medalsChildren are waiting at the start of the Bambini RunParticipant goody bag for the 2025 Stolberg Castle RunA large group of runners warming up before the Castle Run