Bottrop Autumn Trail Run

About the Event

Experience the cherished tradition of German community running at the RWW Herbstwaldlauf (Autumn Forest Run), hosted by Adler-Langlauf Bottrop on 8th November 2026. This beloved 53rd edition invites runners of all levels to celebrate the crisp autumn air and vibrant foliage on scenic, forested courses through the picturesque Kirchheller Heide. More than just a race, it’s a heartfelt local festival that embodies the spirit of the region’s largest pure running club, where enthusiastic volunteers, supportive sponsors, and a warm atmosphere make every participant feel part of the family. Whether you're chasing a personal best on the fast trails or enjoying a spirited run with friends and family, this event promises a perfect blend of friendly competition and pure communal joy. Lace up your shoes for a classic German Volkslauf where the true finish line reward is the shared experience and unforgettable memories made under the golden autumn canopy. Join the tradition and become part of the story.

Races Offered

10 km RWW-Heidesee-Lauf

Nov 08, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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25 km RWW-Heidhofsee-Lauf

Nov 08, 2026

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Distance — 25K

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50 km Jürgen-Liebert-Ultra

Nov 08, 2026

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Distance — 50K

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6.5 km Grubenwehr-Lauf

Nov 08, 2026

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Distance — 6.5K

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Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Bottrop.

thermostat Temperature

4.7° / 9.8°

wb_sunny Feels like

0.8° / 6.1°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

3h 57m

water_drop Avg rainfall

2.9 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

0.1 cm

air Avg wind speed

13.9 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

86.0%

wb_twilight Sunrise

08:51

nightlight Sunset

17:43

About Bottrop

Learn more about the host city, Bottrop.

Bottrop is a city in west-central Germany, on the Rhine–Herne Canal, in North Rhine-Westphalia. Located in the Ruhr industrial area, Bottrop adjoins Essen, Oberhausen, Gladbeck, and Dorsten. The city had been a coal-mining and rail center and contains factories producing coal-tar derivatives, chemicals, textiles, and machinery. Bottrop grew as a mining center beginning in the 1860s, was chartered as a city in 1921, and bombed during the Oil Campaign of World War II. In 1975, it unified with the neighbouring communities of Gladbeck and Kirchhellen, but Gladbeck left it in 1976, leading to Kirchhellen becoming a district of Bottrop as Bottrop-Kirchhellen. It is also twinned with Blackpool, England.