Wings for Life World Run Munich
Charity run for spinal cord research with a globally synchronized start
About Wings for Life Run Munich
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A Run Without a Finish Line
The Wings for Life World Run is more than a city marathon: it's a global running concept where runners worldwide start at the same time. There is no fixed finish line: 30 minutes after the start, a Catcher Car begins moving at each location, following the running group at a controlled, increasing pace. Whoever is overtaken finishes their run – the last person before the Catcher Car is the 'Global Champion'.
Munich as a Flagship Run
In 2026, the Bavarian capital is one of the few flagship locations worldwide: the start will be at the Olympiapark Munich, right in the heart of the city's Olympic history. Around 14,000 participants are expected, traveling from Germany and abroad.
The Most Important Information at a Glance
- Global Start: synchronized worldwide, in Munich at 1:00 PM local time
- No Finish Line: the Catcher Car individually determines the end of the course for each participant
- App Run as an alternative for those who cannot start in a flagship city – with a virtual Catcher Car
- 100% of entry fees go to the Wings for Life Foundation's spinal cord research
- Inclusive: Run, roll, or walk – 'Run for those who can't'
A Movement with a Clear Mission
The motto 'Run for those who can't' gets straight to the point: people with paraplegia, who have so far been denied a medical cure for spinal cord injuries, are to be given hope through the research of the Wings for Life Foundation. With every entry fee, each runner directly contributes to the financing of international research projects.
Wings for Life Run Munich — edition 2026
The 13th edition of the Wings for Life World Run will bring thousands of participants to Munich again on May 10, 2026. The starting point is the Olympic Park, and the starting gun will fire precisely at 1:00 PM local time – simultaneously with all other flagship locations worldwide.
30 minutes after the starting signal, the Catcher Car will set off and pursue the runners at a continuously increasing speed. Each runner will thus have a completely individual distance – whoever is overtaken finishes the race. Around 14,000 participants are expected in Munich.
Programme Wings for Life Run Munich 2026
Schedule of Events May 10, 2026 (planned)
- Morning — Bib collection, warm-up program in the Olympic Park
- 1:00 PM local time — Globally synchronized start at Olympiapark Munich
- 1:30 PM local time — Start of the Catcher Car, which pursues the leading group
- Afternoon — Successive completion of individual distances, depending on the runners' pace
- Side Program — Accompanying program in the Olympic Park with stands, catering, and live tracking on screens
- App Run — Those who cannot start in Munich run with the official app and a virtual Catcher Car
Highlights Wings for Life Run Munich 2026
- Globally synchronized start at 1:00 PM local time
- Start at the Olympic Park – one of the few flagship locations worldwide
- Catcher Car as a 'rolling finish line'
- 100% of entry fees for spinal cord research
- 14,000 participants in Munich
Prices Wings for Life Run Munich 2026
Entry fee according to category – adult, reduced, junior – and registration date; early birds get a discount. Rates available on the official website wingsforlifeworldrun.com.
Practical information — Wings for Life Run Munich
Getting There
The start in the Olympiapark Munich is optimally accessible via the U-Bahn line U3 (stop Olympiazentrum) or the surrounding tram and bus lines. Due to the route passing through Munich's main traffic arteries, using public transport is strongly recommended.
Start Time
Global start: 1:00 PM local time. Arriving at the start early (at least 90 minutes before the start) is recommended by the organizer.
Registration
Via wingsforlifeworldrun.com. There are various price categories as well as team options. Current rates are published on the website.
Tip
Those who are not running themselves can best follow the race at the Olympiapark or along the route – the Wings for Life app offers live tracking of the leading group and the Catcher Car.
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Where it takes place Wings for Life Run Munich
Olympiapark München
Olympiapark, 80809 München