27th Eifelmarathon on June 14, 2026 in Waxweiler – Marathon 42 km, Ultra 51 km, Half Marathon 21 km, 26 km and 10 km along the Prüm river to the Bitburg reservoir.
The Eifelmarathon Waxweiler is the most important running event in the Eifel region and an established date in the Rhineland-Palatinate running calendar. The 27th edition on June 14, 2026, continues a tradition that has drawn runners from all over Germany, Luxembourg, Belgium, and the Netherlands to the small Eifel village of Waxweiler for 27 years.
The Eifelmarathon offers a wide range of distances to appeal to runners of all levels:
The routes start in Waxweiler and lead along the Prüm – an Eifel river that flows through particularly scenic valley sections – towards the Bitburg reservoir. The mix of valley and hill passages, asphalt and natural sections defines the character of the Eifelmarathon. The elevation gain (764 m for the marathon, 983 m for the ultra) makes this run a true Eifel experience.
The organizer is Eifelläufer – Laufgemeinschaft im Eifelmarathon e.V., the same association that also organizes the Bitburger Stadtlauf. With their commitment and experience, the Eifelläufer ensure a smooth process, professional course marking, aid stations, and a motivating atmosphere at the start and finish.
What sets the Eifelmarathon apart is its family-friendly atmosphere, the beauty of the Eifel landscape, and the close integration with the village community of Waxweiler. Unlike major city marathons, everything here is manageable, personal, and intimate. The spectators along the route and at the finish line are enthusiastic – an important factor for the strong connection many participants feel with this event.
The 27th edition of the Eifelmarathon continues the proven route and staggered distance offerings of recent years. With five distances, professional organization, and the unique Eifel landscape, the event offers a running experience that is second to none in the region.
Exact start times, aid stations, and route details available at eifelmarathon.com.
Waxweiler is located in the Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm, on the L1, southwest of Prüm. Accessible via the A60 (Prüm or Bitburg exit). Sections of the route will be closed during the marathon; parking is signposted in and around Waxweiler.
Sunday, June 14, 2026.
Online via eifelmarathon.com and my.raceresult.com.
Eifelläufer – Laufgemeinschaft im Eifelmarathon e.V., eifelmarathon.com.
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