Obermain Marathon
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Feels cool
Total elevation gain
Challenging elevation · Net elevation change +0 ft
Crowd Rating
Moderate spectator support
The Lowdown
The Obermain Marathon is an annual road race in Bad Staffelstein in Upper Franconia, run by TSV 1860 Staffelstein. The 21st edition is set for Sunday, 11 April 2027, with a marathon at 8:30, a half marathon at 8:45 and a 12.5 km at 9:00. The marathon starts on Bischof-von-Dinkel-Straße and finishes in the town stadium. It is demanding in the first half, with about 600 metres of climbing over Kloster Banz, Vierzehnheiligen and a loop on the Staffelberg plateau, on asphalt, gravel and forest paths. The half marathon and the 12.5 km are very flat. Timing is by a chip in the bib, the cut-off is 14:30, and every finisher gets a medal and a filled Leikeim beer mug. Entry fees rise in steps toward race week.
Questions about the Obermain Marathon 2027
When is the Obermain Marathon 2027?
Sunday, April 11, 2027.
Where is the Obermain Marathon?
Bad Staffelstein, Bavaria, Germany.
What time does the Obermain Marathon start?
The race starts at 8:30 AM, local time.
What is the Obermain Marathon time limit?
Course closes at 14:30.
How do I enter the Obermain Marathon 2027?
Registration is open. Apr 4, 2027: Registration Deadline. Ways in: Online registration on the organizer site; fees are collected by direct debit; Late online entries are possible until 9 April 2027 at 17:00, and on-site late entries on 10 April, both subject to availability.
How much does the Obermain Marathon 2027 cost?
Marathon: €50. Half Marathon: €40. 12.5K: €25.
When and where is packet pickup for the Obermain Marathon?
Apr 10, 2027: 16:00 to 18:00 at the Adam-Riese-Halle; also race morning 7:00 to 8:00.
What is the Obermain Marathon elevation gain?
600 m (1,969 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 m (0 ft). Challenging elevation.
What is the Obermain Marathon course like?
It passes Kloster Banz, Vierzehnheiligen and Staffelberg.
What is the weather like at the Obermain Marathon?
The race-day average is 9 °C (48 °F). Feels cool.
Where are the Obermain Marathon results?
The official 2026 results are on the organizer's site. Official results
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