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12. Silvesterlauf an der Leine Hannover

Hannover, Niedersachsen, Germany

calendar_today 31 Dec, 2026

directions_run Running

sell €12.00 – €13.00

About the Event

The Silvesternachtlauf along the Leine is an iconic New Year's Eve tradition that draws runners from near and far to Hannover, Germany. As midnight approaches on December 31st, thousands of participants gather at the start line under twinkling lights and festive decorations. The race route follows the picturesque banks of the river Leine through historic city centers and charming neighborhoods.
Runners experience a unique blend of winter wonderland scenery illuminated by holiday lights and the vibrant energy of locals celebrating the New Year. The course is well-lit, ensuring safety as participants navigate its 5km or 10km distances under the cover of night. Along the way, cheering crowds line the streets to welcome runners with warmth and enthusiasm.
The event culminates in a grand finish where all who have completed their run are greeted by live music performances, hearty refreshments, and fireworks bursting overhead at midnight. The atmosphere is one of camaraderie and celebration as friends old and new come together to ring in the New Year in an unforgettable way.
Whether you're looking for a spirited start to your year or simply enjoy running through beautifully lit cityscapes, this race offers an enchanting experience that combines athletic challenge with cultural festivities.

Races Offered

12. Silvesterlauf an der Leine 2026

Dec 31, 2026

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Distance — 12. Silvesterlauf an der Leine 2026

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€12.00

12. Silvesterlauf an der Leine 2026

Dec 31, 2026

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Distance — 12. Silvesterlauf an der Leine 2026

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Type — Running

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Walking 7,7km

Dec 31, 2026

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Distance — 7.7K

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€13.00

Walking 7,7km

Dec 31, 2026

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Distance — 7.7K

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Weather History

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

thermostat Temperature

2.7° / 6.6°

wb_sunny Feels like

-1.9° / 2.7°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

2h 20m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.7 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.2 cm

air Avg wind speed

14.8 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (1.4)

humidity_mid Humidity

87.0%

wb_twilight Sunrise

09:23

nightlight Sunset

17:09

About Hannover

Learn more about the host city, Hannover.

Hanover is the capital and largest city of the German state of Lower Saxony. Its population of 535,932 (2021) makes it the 13th-largest city in Germany as well as the fourth-largest in northern Germany after Berlin, Hamburg and Bremen. Hanover's urban area comprises the towns of Garbsen, Langenhagen and Laatzen and has a population of about 791,000 (2018). The Hanover Region has some 1.16 million inhabitants (2019) and is the largest in the Hanover–Braunschweig–Göttingen–Wolfsburg Metropolitan Region, the 17th biggest metropolitan area by GDP in the European Union.