The Keplerlauf Festival returns on August 1, 2026, offering a diverse array of running events for athletes of all ages and abilities. The day kicks off at 9:30 AM with the U8 and U10 Dreikampf event, featuring jumps in long jump and shot put, as well as a sprint over 50 meters. Following this, team relay races begin at 11:00 AM for participants aged 12 and above. These exciting 4x100m relays require all members of the same age group to compete together within their respective gender categories. At noon, individual running events take center stage with a series of competitive heats in various distances. The first event is an 800-meter race for athletes aged 16 and up, which also serves as the city championship. Meanwhile, younger competitors can participate in another set of 800m races at 2:00 PM tailored specifically to U12 and U14 runners. The afternoon continues with a challenging 3000-meter race around Kepler Stadium starting at 3:00 PM for those aged 16 and older, again incorporating city championship elements. This event is designed to test endurance and strategic pacing in the heart of the festival's action-packed schedule. As evening approaches, teams can showcase their collaboration with a series of relay races beginning at 4:30 PM featuring 4x400m runs for athletes aged 12 and above. The day culminates with an exhilarating 8km main event starting at 7:30 PM, open to runners age 16 and up who wish to compete in the city championship or participate as part of a team. Participants have several opportunities to register, including early bird sign-ups until July 21st for personalized start numbers that reflect each runner's chosen race. From July 22nd through July 28th, standard registration remains open with neutral numbered bibs and an increased entry fee due to the reduced availability period before the event. On-site registrations are also accepted on August 1st until approximately one hour prior to each respective start time but come at a double premium cost. Start numbers can be collected from 7:30 AM onwards, allowing ample preparation for all scheduled races leading up to their designated times. The Keplerlauf Festival promises an engaging day filled with competitive spirit and camaraderie among participants of varying ages and skill levels. For more detailed information about the event structure, rules, and eligibility criteria, interested runners can consult the official announcement or flyer available on the festival's website.
Team-/Firmen-/Vereins-/Familien-Staffelläufe 4x400m ab U12
Aug 01, 2026
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0.4K
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Running
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-46 days remaining
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€10.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Weil der Stadt.
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14.4° / 24.3°
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13.5° / 23.8°
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Avg sunshine hours
11h 11m
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Avg rainfall
2.7 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
8.6 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
Moderate
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Course conditions
Firm and slightly soft
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Max UV Index
Moderate (4.9)
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Humidity
70.7%
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Sunrise
06:19
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Sunset
20:37
About Weil der Stadt
Learn more about the host city, Weil der Stadt.
Weil der Stadt is a town of about 19,000 inhabitants in the Stuttgart Region of the German state of Baden-Württemberg. It is about 30 km (19 mi) west of Stuttgart city centre, in the valley of the River Würm, and is often called the "Gate to the Black Forest".
