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Bilstein Marathon

Name: Bilstein Marathon
Start: 2026-04-12
End: 2026-04-12
Location: Witzenhausen

location_city Witzenhausen

flag Germany

calendar_today 12 Apr, 2026

directions_run Running

language Official Website

About the Event

Prepare for an epic challenge at the Bilstein Marathon on Sunday, April 12, 2026, where the motto is "Flach ist anders" (Flat is different). This event is not for the faint of heart, offering demanding distances of 12km, 21km, 42km, and a massive 57km, all featuring significant elevation gain that will make your calves burn and reward you with stunning grins and views. With all 650 start spots for the 2026 edition already sold out in a record-breaking 14 days, its popularity is a testament to the unique and rewarding experience it provides. For a true test of endurance on scenic trails in the Kaufunger Wald, get ready to join the waiting list for this legendary and brutally beautiful German trail marathon.

Races Offered

BiMa 21

Apr 12, 2026

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Distance — 21.1K

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Type — Trail running

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102 days remaining

BiMa 42

Apr 12, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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Type — Trail running

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102 days remaining

BiMa 42 Wandern

Apr 12, 2026

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Distance — 42.2K

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Type — Trail running

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BiMa 57

Apr 12, 2026

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Distance — 57K

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Type — Trail running

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102 days remaining

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for April in Witzenhausen.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 3.8° / 12.3°

wb_sunny 0.1° / 8.4°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 11.9 /

water_drop 73.3%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 3.8° / 12.3°

wb_sunny 0.1° / 8.4°

air 11.9 km/h

water_drop 73.3%

About Witzenhausen

Witzenhausen is a little town on the lower Werra river in North Hesse. It is widely known for its extended cherry gardens which surround the town and will give you a favourable view when visiting Witzenhausen during the blossom of cherries. Despite its small size, this town includes several smaller villages which are quite picturesque and worth a visit by bicycle or foot.