At the Stolberg Castle Run, you can choose from several events: the 21 km half-marathon, the 21 km relay race, the 10 km run, the 5 km run, the 5 km walk, the 2.2 km fun run and the Bambini Run. This means there’s a suitable distance for ambitious runners, beginners, teams, families and children alike.
Do you have any questions about the 2026 Stolberg Castle Run? Here you’ll find the key answers regarding registration, routes, start times, parking, refreshments, medals, race packs and the charity aspect.
Whether it’s the half-marathon, relay race, 10 km run, 5 km run, walking event, fun run or children’s run: the FAQs will help you plan your day of running at Stolberg Castle in the Southern Harz.
What are the road conditions like?
The routes of the Stolberg Castle Run wind their way through the unique scenery of Stolberg in the Harz Mountains, past StolbergCastle, through the historic old town and across sections of the southern Harz.
Depending on the race, you can expect a varied mix of paved paths, road sections, cobbled sections and natural forest and farm tracks. Some sections of the route may be uneven and include both uphill and downhill sections.
Please therefore ensure you have a sure footing and choose suitable running shoes with good tread. Particularly in wet weather, we recommend running the route with care and adjusting your pace to suit the surface.
Are there refreshments available along the route and at the finish line?
Yes. There are refreshment stations for participants along the race routes. In addition, an emergency medical service will be on site during the event to provide medical care.
In the courtyard of Stolberg Castle, there will also be food and drink available for runners, their companions and visitors. This means you can refuel straight away in the finish area after the race and enjoy the atmosphere at the castle.
When do the individual competitions start?
Start times vary depending on the event: the Bambini Run starts at 10.30 am, the half marathon and 21-km relay at 11.00 am, the 2.2-km fun run at 11.05 am, the 10 km run at 11.30 am, and the 5 km run and 5 km walk at 11.40 am. Please arrive in good time so that you have enough time to collect your race pack, familiarise yourself with the route and warm up.
Where do the runs start and finish?
Most of the races start and finish at Stolberg Castle. The Bambini Run takes place on the terrace of Stolberg Castle.
Can I have a shower after the Stolberg Castle Run?
Yes. After the race, participants can freshen up in the newly renovated and refurbished Thyragrotte. The finisher’s medal serves as your entry ticket. A big thank you goes to the municipality of Südharz for making this possible.
Will there be medals, certificates and an awards ceremony?
Yes – there are no losers at the Stolberg Castle Run: every participant receives a finisher’s medal and can print out a certificate online afterwards. The prize-giving ceremony, with trophies for the top finishers, will take place shortly after the races at Stolberg Castle. Your finish will also be filmed and can be viewed online afterwards using your race number.
The Bambini Run is not a competitive event, but of course no one goes away empty-handed: every child receives a finisher’s medal and a certificate as a memento of their run on the castle terrace.