Corrida Jean Ritzenthaler

About the Event

Experience a true Alsatian running tradition at the 57th Corrida Jean Ritzenthaler in the charming medieval village of Kientzheim, Haut-Rhin, on December 28, 2025! This beloved year-end event offers races for all ages and abilities, from a free "Tout le village court" for the youngest runners to a competitive 6.9km "Course des As" and a unique 6.9km team relay. Run through the picturesque, decorated streets of this wine village and enjoy the warm, festive atmosphere, complete with a post-race tribute to its founder, Jean Ritzenthaler. With a refreshment stand, mulled wine, and a gift for every participant, it's the perfect way to celebrate the end of the year. Register now for this magical Alsatian running celebration!

Races Offered

Marche athlétique

Dec 29, 2024

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Distance — Marche athlétique

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14:00

Relais schangala

Dec 29, 2024

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Distance — 6.9K

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14:00

Tout le village court

Dec 29, 2024

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Distance — Tout le village court

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14:45

Course populaire

Dec 29, 2024

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Distance — Course populaire

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15:00

Course des as

Dec 29, 2024

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Distance — 6.9K

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15:30

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for December in Kientzheim.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 0.9° / 6.2°

wb_sunny -2.7° / 2.8°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 8.5 /

water_drop 82.7%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 0.9° / 6.2°

wb_sunny -2.7° / 2.8°

air 8.5 km/h

water_drop 82.7%

About Kientzheim

Learn more about the host city, Kientzheim.

Kientzheim is a former commune in the Haut-Rhin department in north-eastern France. On 1 January 2016, it was merged into the new commune Kaysersberg Vignoble.