Name: 41st Weinsberg Weibertreulauf 2026
Start: 2026-03-08T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-03-08T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Weibertreuhalle Weinsberg

Weibertreulauf

About Weibertreulauf

The Weinsberg Weibertreulauf is one of Southern Germany's most traditional spring road races. 41 editions, three distances from the half marathon to 10 km and 5 km, plus youth races and sprints for the youngest – the running course leads through vineyards, fields, and forests around the historic wine town. The namesake is one of the most beautiful South German legends: In the year 1140, King Konrad III besieged Weibertreu Castle. He promised the women free passage with whatever they could carry – they loaded their husbands onto their shoulders. Today, almost 900 years later, the Volksfest (public festival) commemorates this act. Over 1,000 participants come every year, many from the region, some from all over Southern Germany.

Dates 08 Mar — 08 Mar 2026

Venue Weinsberg (08125)

Prices 5.00€ — 28.00€

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Edition 2026

Weibertreulauf — edition 2026

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The 41st Weinsberg Weibertreulauf 2026 takes place on Sunday, March 8, starting at 8 AM. Start and finish at the Weibertreuhalle (Rossäckerstraße 19). Distances: Half Marathon (€28), 10 km (€18), 5 km (€10), Youth Race 1.5 km (€5), Sprint 660 m (€5). Courses through vineyards and forests around the historic wine town. Registration online at my.raceresult.com/368584.

On Sunday, March 8, 2026, the 41st Weinsberg Weibertreulauf starts. From 8:00 AM, the first competitions begin at the Weibertreuhalle (Rossäckerstraße 19), main race at 11:00 AM. The five distances cater to all age groups: Half Marathon (21.1 km, €28) for ambitious runners, 10 km (€18) for middle-distance enthusiasts, 5 km (€10) for returning runners, Youth Race 1.5 km (€5) for children and teenagers, and the Sprint 660 m (€5) for the youngest runners. The courses lead over paved paths through the recreational areas, vineyards, and forests around Weinsberg – a scenically attractive season opener after winter. Registration online at my.raceresult.com/368584.

Highlights Weibertreulauf 2026

41st edition since 1985
Five distances for all age groups
Classic season-opening race in March
Course through vineyards and forests
Legendary connection to the "Weibertreu" in 1140

Programme Weibertreulauf 2026

Distances and Entry Fees

Half Marathon (21.1 km) — €28
10 km — €18
5 km — €10
Youth Race 1.5 km — €5
Sprint 660 m — €5

Course

Mostly paved paths through vineyards, fields, and forests around Weinsberg. Start and finish: Weibertreuhalle, Rossäckerstraße 19.

Background

The race commemorates the legend of the "loyal women of Weinsberg" from 1140, who carried their husbands out of the besieged castle on their shoulders.

Prices Weibertreulauf 2026

Half Marathon €28, 10 km €18, 5 km €10, Youth Race and Sprint €5 each. Registration online at my.raceresult.com/368584.

Practical information

Practical information — Weibertreulauf

Getting There

Weibertreuhalle, Rossäckerstraße 19, 74189 Weinsberg. Via the A6 (Heilbronn–Nuremberg), exit Weinsberg. With the city train S4 from Heilbronn Hbf, stop Weinsberg.

Registration

Online via my.raceresult.com/368584. Late registration on-site possible, but more expensive.

Entry Fees

Half Marathon €28, 10 km €18, 5 km €10, Youth Race €5, Sprint €5.

Start Time

Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 8:00 AM (Main race 11:00 AM).

Tip

Plan time for a visit to Weibertreu Castle after the race – the view of the Weinsberg countryside is breathtaking.

Run with Historical Background

The Weinsberg Weibertreulauf is one of the most traditional sporting events in the Heilbronn district (state of Baden-Württemberg). In 2026, the 41st edition will be held. The organizer is the Athletics department of TSV 1866 Weinsberg. The venue and start/finish line is the Weibertreuhalle at Rossäckerstraße 19.

The Legend of the "Loyal Women"

The name of the race goes back to one of the most beautiful South German legends: In the year 1140, King Konrad III besieged Weibertreu Castle in Weinsberg – then owned by the Welf family, who opposed the Hohenstaufen royal power. Konrad III threatened the destruction of the fortress but granted the women of the besieged free passage with what they could carry. When the women left the castle, they carried their husbands on their shoulders. Impressed by the loyalty and cunning of the women, Konrad III honored the promise and spared the men. This gave rise to the epithet "Burg Weibertreu" – and in 1985, the Volksfest was launched to commemorate this memorable event.

Three Main Distances Plus Youth Race

Half Marathon (21.1 km) — Main distance for ambitious runners, €28 entry fee
10 km — popular middle distance, €18
5 km — for returning runners and hobby runners, €10
Youth Race (1.5 km) — for children and teenagers, €5
Sprint (660 m) — for the youngest runners, €5

The Course

The courses lead on mostly paved paths along roads and dirt tracks through recreational areas, vineyards, and forests around Weinsberg. Start and finish are at the Weibertreuhalle. The course is considered scenically attractive, with views of Weibertreu Castle and the surrounding vineyards. As the race takes place in March, it is ideal as a season opener after winter.

A Classic Volksfest (Public Festival)

The Weibertreulauf has the character of a classic Southern German Volksfest: organized by volunteers, with club catering in the Weibertreuhalle, well-stocked aid stations along the route, and a warm, family atmosphere. Many families come with multiple generations – parents run the half marathon, children the sprint, grandparents cheer from the sidelines.

Weinsberg — Wine Town with a Castle

The town of Weinsberg (~12,000 inhabitants) is located about 15 km east of Heilbronn in wine country. Characteristic features are the vineyards on the slopes around the town, the historic market square, and the famous Weibertreu Castle, which has towered over the town since the 12th century. Today, the castle is a popular excursion destination with a restaurant and viewing terrace – a visit after the run is recommended.