Name: DRK Volkslauf an der Mollispur 2026
Start: 2026-05-01T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-05-01T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Klostergelände Bad Doberan / Strecke nach Heiligendamm

Molli-Lauf

About Molli-Lauf

The DRK Volkslauf an der Mollispur ("Molli-Lauf") is the traditional fun run organised by the DRK district association Bad Doberan for Labour Day. On May 1st, amateur athletes and families run three routes (3, 6, and 12 km) along the track of the historic narrow-gauge railway "Molli" between the Bad Doberan monastery grounds and the Baltic Sea resort of Heiligendamm. A hiking tour between the two locations complements the offer. For the 3 and 6 km routes, the entry fee includes a return trip on the Molli.

Dates 01 May — 01 May 2026

Venue Bad Doberan (13072)

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Edition 2026

Molli-Lauf — edition 2026

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The 15th DRK Volkslauf an der Mollispur will take place on Friday, May 1st, 2026. Start and finish at the Bad Doberan monastery grounds (Klosterhof 3). Three running distances (3, 6, and 12 km) plus a hiking route to Heiligendamm. For the 3 and 6 km routes, the entry fee includes a return trip on the narrow-gauge railway "Molli".

The 15th DRK Volkslauf an der Mollispur (Molli-Lauf) will take place on Friday, May 1st, 2026 – traditionally on Labour Day. The organiser is the DRK district association Bad Doberan e.V. The start and finish are at the Bad Doberan monastery grounds (Klosterhof 3, car park at the monastery ruins).

Registration and collection of race numbers from 8 am. Start at 10:50 am for the 3 km route; 11 am for the 6 and 12 km routes. The routes follow the track of the historic narrow-gauge railway "Molli" between the Bad Doberan monastery grounds and the Baltic Sea resort of Heiligendamm. For the 3 and 6 km distances, the return trip on the Molli is included in the entry fee. Additionally, there is a hiking route between Heiligendamm and the monastery grounds. Drinks and medical support are provided along the route. A supporting programme with DJ Falo, "Dance Factory Rostock", a bouncy castle, and face painting for children accompanies the event on the monastery grounds.

Highlights Molli-Lauf 2026

15th edition since 2012
3 running routes (3, 6, 12 km)
Route along the Molli railway track
3 and 6 km: Train ticket included
Supporting programme for families

Programme Molli-Lauf 2026

Fri, May 1st, 2026 — Bad Doberan Monastery Grounds

From 8:00 am: Collection of race numbers
10:50 am: Start 3 km
11:00 am: Start 6 km and 12 km
Hiking route to Heiligendamm
Supporting programme: DJ Falo, Dance Factory Rostock, bouncy castle, face painting

Prices Molli-Lauf 2026

Entry fee depends on the distance and pre-sale period. For the 3 and 6 km routes, the return trip on the narrow-gauge railway "Molli" is included in the entry fee. Registration via my.raceresult.com.

Practical information

Practical information — Molli-Lauf

Getting There

By train to Bad Doberan station, then a short walk to the monastery grounds. By car via the A20 motorway, exit Bad Doberan.

Registration

Registration via Tollense-Timing and my.raceresult.com. Collection of race numbers from 8 am on the monastery grounds.

Included in the Entry Fee

For 3 and 6 km distances: Return trip on the narrow-gauge railway "Molli" included.

Fun Run with Railway Tradition

The DRK Molli-Lauf was initiated in 2012 by the DRK district association Bad Doberan e.V. and is now one of Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania's most popular fun runs on Labour Day. The start and finish are at the Bad Doberan monastery grounds (Klosterhof 3, car park at the monastery ruins).

Three Distances Along the Mollispur Track

Three running routes are available: 3 km, 6 km, and 12 km. They lead along the track of the historic narrow-gauge railway "Molli", which has been running between Bad Doberan and the Baltic Sea resort of Heiligendamm since 1886. Those who run 3 or 6 km can take the Molli back – the train ticket is included in the entry fee. Additionally, there is a hiking route between Heiligendamm and the monastery grounds.

Start Times and Supporting Programme

Registration and collection of race numbers start at 8 am on the monastery grounds. The 3 km route starts at 10:50 am, the 6 and 12 km routes at 11 am. Drinks and medical support are provided along the route. A colourful family programme accompanies the event on the monastery grounds: DJ Falo, performances by the "Dance Factory Rostock", a bouncy castle, and face painting for children.

Regional Context

Bad Doberan is located in the district of Rostock (Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania); the Baltic Sea resort of Heiligendamm is considered the "First German Seaside Resort" (founded in 1793). The Molli railway track between the two locations runs for about 6 km through forests and fields. The Molli-Lauf thus combines athletic experience, historic railway ambience, and cultural landmarks.