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26. Essener Rhein-Herne-Kanal Marathon

Essen, Niedersachsen, Germany

calendar_today 20 Sep, 2026

directions_run Running

About the Event

The 26th Essener Rhein-Herne-Kanal Marathon returns to the city of Essen on September 20, 2026, offering runners two challenging options: a traditional 21K race and an Ultra distance. Participants will navigate through the scenic landscapes surrounding the Rhein-Herne Canal, making this event a must for both local athletes and international competitors looking to experience Germany's running culture.

Races Offered

21K

Sep 20, 2026

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Distance — 21K

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Type — Running

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77 days remaining

Ultra

Sep 20, 2026

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Distance — Ultra

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Type — Running

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77 days remaining

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Essen.

thermostat Temperature

12.8° / 21.0°

wb_sunny Feels like

11.0° / 19.7°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 30m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.3 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

12.1 km/h (Gentle breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (3.5)

humidity_mid Humidity

77.0%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:07

nightlight Sunset

19:45

About Essen

Learn more about the host city, Essen.

Essen is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany. A highlight of Essen is Zeche Zollverein, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with several museums. It is also famous for its Bauhaus architecture. This former industrial city was the European Capital of Culture in 2010 and the European Green Capital for 2017.