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Westenergie Marathon

Essen, Niedersachsen, Germany

calendar_today 11 Oct, 2026

About the Event

Experience the renowned 64th Westenergie Marathon on October 11, 2026, set against the stunning backdrop of Essen's Baldeneysee. This prestigious event offers a best-list-eligible course that winds along the picturesque lakeshore, combining competitive challenge with serene landscapes. Join runners in a celebrated German tradition, complete with a team relay and a dedicated Walking Day, for a truly complete running festival. Secure your spot in a marathon where natural beauty and athletic excellence meet.

Races Offered

Marathon

Oct 12, 2025

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Distance — 42.2K

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98 days remaining

Seerunde

Oct 12, 2025

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Distance — 18.6K

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Staffelmarathon

Oct 12, 2025

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Distance — 42.2K

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Weather History

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

thermostat Temperature

9.9° / 15.6°

wb_sunny Feels like

6.9° / 13.2°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

5h 20m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.8 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

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 (2.8)

humidity_mid Humidity

82.7%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:57

nightlight Sunset

18:36

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.