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Altkönig Run

Name: Altkönig Run
Start: 2026-09-27
End: 2026-09-27
Location: Kronberg im Taunus

Kronberg im Taunus, Hessen, Germany

calendar_today 27 Sep, 2026

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About the Event

Conquer the legendary trails at the foot of the Taunus Mountains in the historic 46th Altkönig-Lauf. This classic German Volkslauf, organized by MTV Kronberg, takes place on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at the MTV Sportanlage in Kronberg. Choose your challenge on the scenic forest paths: tackle the hilly 21.1 km half marathon with 350 meters of elevation, or opt for the 10 km route, each offering a true test amidst nature. As the third and final scoring race of the Taunus-Lauf Challenge, the half marathon presents the ultimate opportunity for dedicated runners to claim their series finisher trophy. With additional family-friendly student runs, a 10 km Walking & Nordic Walking event, and a vibrant post-race festival atmosphere, the Altkönig-Lauf perfectly blends competitive spirit with communal celebration, cementing its status as a cornerstone of the regional running calendar.

Races Offered

20 km

Sep 28, 2025

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Distance — 20K

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Type — Running

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09:30

10 km

Sep 28, 2025

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Distance — 10K

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Type — Running

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09:40

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Kronberg im Taunus.

thermostat Temperature

12.0° / 20.5°

wb_sunny Feels like

10.5° / 19.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 5m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

9.7 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (3.5)

humidity_mid Humidity

76.9%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:02

nightlight Sunset

19:38

About Kronberg im Taunus

Learn more about the host city, Kronberg im Taunus.

Kronberg im Taunus is a town in the Hochtaunuskreis district, Hesse, Germany and part of the Frankfurt Rhein-Main urban area. Before 1866, it was in the Duchy of Nassau; in that year the whole Duchy was absorbed into Prussia. Kronberg lies at the foot of the Taunus, flanked in the north and southwest by forests. A mineral water spring also rises in the town.