20th Cuxhaven City Savings Bank Marathon 2026
Anniversary run by the Wadden Sea — Marathon, Half Marathon, 10 km, Kids' Runs — May 10, 2026
About Cuxhaven Marathon
20th Anniversary of a Coastal Classic
For two decades, the Cuxhaven City Savings Bank Marathon has been the central running event on the North Sea coast. The 2026 edition marks the 20th running — an occasion for a special staging of the anniversary race on Sunday, May 10, 2026.
Start and Finish: Kugelbake-Halle
The start and finish for all distances is the Kugelbake-Halle in Cuxhaven-Döse. It is located in the immediate vicinity of the Kugelbake, the northernmost point of Lower Saxony and a landmark of Cuxhaven. The hall serves as the race headquarters, changing rooms, and event hub for award ceremonies and the pasta party.
Distances for Everyone
The range of distances covers all levels:
- Marathon — 42.195 km
- ¾ Marathon — approx. 31.5 km
- Half Marathon — 21.0975 km
- 10 km
- 6 km
- Kids' Runs — 500 m and 1000 m
Course along the Wadden Sea
The marathon course runs along the Wadden Sea, which has been a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site since 2009. Runners will experience a unique backdrop: dykes, mudflats, salt marshes, views towards the Elbe estuary, and passing freighters and cruise ships. The course is flat and thus also suitable for personal best ambitions — provided the North Sea wind cooperates.
Solidarity Run for Children's Hospice
The Cuxhaven Marathon is more than just a sporting competition: it is also a solidarity run for a children's hospice. A portion of the entry fees benefits charitable causes. Thus, the race combines top athletic performance with social commitment.
Cuxhaven — Sport by the Sea
Cuxhaven has made a name for itself as a sports city by the sea — in addition to the marathon, the beach volleyball cup, beach handball tournaments, and the Duhner Wattrennen attract athletes and spectators to the North Sea town.
Cuxhaven Marathon — edition 2026
Key Details
- Date: May 10, 2026
- Edition: 20th — Anniversary
- Start/Finish: Kugelbake-Halle, Cuxhaven-Döse
- Distances: Marathon, ¾ Marathon, Half Marathon, 10 km, 6 km, Kids' Runs
- Course: Wadden Sea (UNESCO World Natural Heritage)
- Charity: Solidarity run for children's hospice
Programme Cuxhaven Marathon 2026
2026 Program — Distances
The exact start times for 2026 will be published by the organizer in advance. The structure follows the proven key points of previous years:
- Marathon (42.195 km) — Main race of the anniversary
- ¾ Marathon (~31.5 km)
- Half Marathon (21.0975 km)
- 10 km — Popular middle distance
- 6 km
- Kids' Runs 500 m and 1000 m — Entry level for the youngest
Supporting Program
- Race Headquarters Kugelbake-Halle (Race packs, changing rooms, refreshments)
- Pasta Party the day before
- Award ceremony after the race
- Solidarity campaign for children's hospice
Highlights Cuxhaven Marathon 2026
Prices Cuxhaven Marathon 2026
Practical information — Cuxhaven Marathon
Getting There
Kugelbake-Halle, Cuxhaven-Döse. Via the A 27 to Cuxhaven, follow signs to Döse. Train connections at Cuxhaven station, from there take a bus or taxi to Döse.
Registration & Entry Fee
Online registration via cuxhaven-marathon.de and my.raceresult.com. Entry fees vary by distance. Early registration is recommended.
Tip
Book accommodation in Cuxhaven well in advance — hotels are fully booked during marathon weekend. After the race: relax on Duhnen beach or take a mudflat hike.
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