Sparkassen-CrossDeLuxe Markkleeberger See
The "most legendary race in the East" — obstacle run with over 4,000 participants at Markkleeberger See, September 26 and 27, 2026
About CrossDeLuxe Markkleeberg
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The most legendary race in the East
Anyone who has ever started at CrossDeLuxe knows: this is no ordinary race. It's an obstacle run, a natural spectacle, a mud bath, and a communal experience all at once. Organized by the club Sportfreunde Neuseenland e.V. at Markkleeberger See — a renatured former lignite opencast mine in the Leipziger Neuseenland — the CrossDeLuxe attracts over 4,000 participants from all over Germany and beyond year after year. From beginners to hardcore athletes, there's something for everyone.
September 26 and 27, 2026 — Big9 and Hard18
The 2026 CrossDeLuxe weekend takes place on September 26 and 27. There are two main distances: Big9 with a length of 9 km and over 30 obstacles, suitable for ambitious recreational athletes; Hard18 with 18 km and over 60 obstacles for the hardcore athletes. The course leads around the Markkleeberger See and through the adjacent terrain — mud pits, water obstacles, walls, ropes, steep climbs, and sand passages alternate. Those who don't make it over an obstacle can compensate with burpees — the goal is not the fastest time, but to finish.
Family-CrossDeLuxe for Children and Parents
One week before the main event, on September 19 and 20, 2026, the AOK PLUS Family-CrossDeLuxe will take place — a light version for children and parents. Distances: 1 km (for the little ones) and 3.5 km (for older children and teenagers). The obstacles are adapted to age, with fun being the priority.
Markkleeberg and the Leipziger Neuseenland
Markkleeberg is located immediately south of Leipzig, on the edge of the Leipziger Neuseenland — one of Europe's largest artificial lake landscapes, created by flooding former lignite opencast mines after reunification. Markkleeberger See is one of the four large lakes in this region and a popular spot for water sports and local recreation. With the Kanupark-Markkleeberg, the former whitewater course of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games used secondarily, the town has a firm place on Germany's sporting map. The CrossDeLuxe makes perfect use of this natural and sports infrastructure.
CrossDeLuxe Markkleeberg — edition 2026
September 26–27, 2026 — the most legendary race in the East
Over 4,000 participants from all over Germany will once again conquer the Markkleeberger See on the last weekend of September 2026. Two distances are available: Big9 (9 km, 30+ obstacles) for ambitious recreational athletes and Hard18 (18 km, 60+ obstacles) for hardcore athletes. The course leads through mud, water, over walls, ropes, steep sections, and sand passages — a real challenge for endurance and courage.
Those who don't make it over an obstacle can compensate with burpees. The goal is not victory, but to finish — the CrossDeLuxe is a communal and nature experience at the same time.
Programme CrossDeLuxe Markkleeberg 2026
Program September 26–27, 2026
Courses
- Big9 — 9 km with 30+ obstacles (beginners and ambitious recreational athletes)
- Hard18 — 18 km with 60+ obstacles (hardcore athletes)
Obstacle Types
- Mud pits of various depths
- Water obstacles directly on the lake
- Wall crossings, rope and climbing obstacles
- Steep climbs through sandy and natural terrain sections
- Crawl sections under barbed wire imitations
- Carrying sections with sandbags
Accompanying Program
- Family-CrossDeLuxe (September 19–20): Light version for children with 1 km and 3.5 km courses, age-appropriate obstacles
- Corporate-CrossDeLuxe: special category for corporate teams
- Refreshments at several stations along the course
- Marquee with live music after crossing the finish line
- Showers, changing rooms, and rest areas
- Photo service along the course
Start Times
- Big9: Wave starts throughout the day
- Hard18: Individual waves, earlier start times
- Exact start times depending on wave selection during registration
Course map and detailed information at crossdeluxe.de/leipzig/original.
Highlights CrossDeLuxe Markkleeberg 2026
- "Most legendary race in the East"
- Two courses: Big9 (9 km) and Hard18 (18 km)
- Over 30 or 60 obstacles around the Markkleeberger See
- Over 4,000 participants
- Family-CrossDeLuxe September 19/20 for children
- Renatured opencast mine area in the Leipziger Neuseenland
- Burpee alternative instead of mandatory obstacles
- Refreshments, showers, marquee with live music after the race
Prices CrossDeLuxe Markkleeberg 2026
Registration fee €84 per person (valid until April 30, 2026, then the price increases). Family-CrossDeLuxe is cheaper. Corporate packages available upon request. Registration at my.raceresult.com/364285/. Limited number of participants, early registration recommended.
Practical information — CrossDeLuxe Markkleeberg
Date
Main event: Saturday and Sunday, September 26–27, 2026. Family-CrossDeLuxe: September 19–20, 2026.
Location
Markkleeberger See, 04416 Markkleeberg (south of Leipzig).
Registration and Prices
€84 per person (valid until April 30, 2026, then more expensive). Registration at my.raceresult.com/364285/. Family-CrossDeLuxe separately.
Getting There
By car via the A 38 or B 95 to Markkleeberg, then to Markkleeberger See. By train: S-Bahn S2 from Leipzig Hauptbahnhof to Markkleeberg, then approx. 15 min walk or bus line 106 to the lake.
Organizer
Sportfreunde Neuseenland e.V., [email protected], Tel. +49 341 60076625.
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Markkleeberger See
Markkleeberger See, 04416 Markkleeberg