ATOS Heidelberg Half Marathon 2026
21.1 km through Heidelberg's Old Town, across the Old Bridge and along the Neckar
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Heidelberg's Grand City Run — 21.1 Kilometers Through a Postcard Setting
The ATOS Heidelberg Half Marathon is one of Germany's most beautiful city runs. Organized by TSG 78 Heidelberg, the race starts punctually at 9:15 AM on Sunday, April 26, 2026, on Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage, near the University Library. The 21.1-kilometer course leads through the medieval Old Town, across the famous Old Bridge, along the Neckar riverbank, and over the scenically spectacular Philosophenweg with views of the castle, back to the city center. The finish line is at Universitätsplatz — with musical entertainment to welcome the finishers.
3,768 Finishers in the 2026 Edition
The 2026 edition recorded 3,768 finishers (2,575 men, 1,193 women) — a remarkable number for a city half marathon of this scale. Heidelberg attracts runners from all over Germany and Europe with its unique course. The historic route passes landmarks such as the castle ruins, Kornmarkt, Heiliggeistkirche, and Karlstor.
Accompanying Runs for Hobby Athletes and Children
In addition to the main race, there are two accompanying runs: the Henkel Team Run over 3.1 kilometers is aimed at corporate teams and hobby runners; the DGZ Bambini Run over 1,200 meters is for the youngest athletes. These accompanying runs make the ATOS Heidelberg Half Marathon a family-friendly city sports event that appeals not only to professionals and competitive athletes.
Heidelberg and the Rhein-Neckar District
Heidelberg is an independent city on the Neckar in northern Baden-Württemberg, with approximately 162,000 inhabitants. The university city — Ruprecht Karl University is the oldest university in Germany, founded in 1386 — is one of the world's most famous tourist destinations, characterized by its castle ruins, the Old Bridge, and the baroque Old Town. The half marathon course makes optimal use of this postcard setting: every kilometer passes a sight. The ATOS Heidelberg Half Marathon is one of the major events in the city calendar, alongside the Heidelberger Frühling and the Castle Illumination.
ATOS Heidelberg Half Marathon — edition 2026
Half Marathon Sunday, April 26, 2026
Punctually at 9:15 AM on April 26, 2026, the gun went off for the 31st ATOS Heidelberg Half Marathon on Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage near the University Library. The course led through the historic Old Town, across the Old Bridge, along the Neckar riverbank, and over the Philosophenweg back to Universitätsplatz, the traditional finish line and festival area with musical entertainment.
3,768 finishers crossed the finish line — 2,575 men and 1,193 women. The organizer is TSG 78 Heidelberg, which has been hosting the event for over three decades. Accompanying runs for hobby athletes (Henkel Team Run 3.1 km) and children (DGZ Bambini Run 1,200 m) complement the main race and make the day a family-friendly city sports event.
Programme ATOS Heidelberg Half Marathon 2026
Sunday, April 26, 2026 — Race Day
- 9:15 AM — Half Marathon Start (21.1 km) on Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage
- Course: Old Town, Old Bridge, Neckar riverbank, Philosophenweg
- Finish: Universitätsplatz with musical entertainment
- Henkel Team Run — 3.1 km, corporate and hobby runners
- DGZ Bambini Run — 1,200 m for children
2026 Results
- Total Half Marathon Finishers: 3,768
- Men: 2,575 finishers
- Women: 1,193 finishers
Organizer
TSG 78 Heidelberg has been organizing the ATOS Half Marathon since the 1990s. Full course map and registration at atoshalbmarathon.tsg78-hd.de.
Highlights ATOS Heidelberg Half Marathon 2026
- 21.1 km through Heidelberg's Old Town postcard setting
- Across the Old Bridge and the Philosophenweg
- 3,768 finishers in 2026
- Henkel Team Run (3.1 km) and DGZ Bambini Run (1,200 m)
- Finish line with live music at Universitätsplatz
Prices ATOS Heidelberg Half Marathon 2026
Entry fees are tiered according to the registration deadline (early bird, regular, late registration). Accompanying runs are cheaper than the main race. Current rates and registration on the organizer's website.
Practical information — ATOS Heidelberg Half Marathon
Getting There
Heidelberg is located on the A 5 and A 656 motorways — by car, take the Heidelberg-Schwetzingen or Heidelberg-Mitte exit. By train, ICE/IC stop at Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof — from there, take tram 22 or bus 33 to the Old Town. Several trams lead to Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage (start).
Race Day and Start
Sunday, April 26, 2026. Half Marathon start: 9:15 AM on Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage near the University Library. Accompanying runs: Henkel Team Run (3.1 km) and DGZ Bambini Run (1,200 m) — start times can be found on the organizer's website.
Registration and Tickets
Registration via the organizer's website atoshalbmarathon.tsg78-hd.de. Entry fees are tiered according to the deadline. Accompanying runs are cheaper than the main race. Results, course maps, and detailed logistical information are available on the website.
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Where it takes place ATOS Heidelberg Half Marathon
Start Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage · Ziel Universitätsplatz
Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage Heidelberg, 69117 Heidelberg