Erfurter Silvesterlauf (New Year's Eve Run Erfurt)
Participants take on a variety of courses including 2 km, 4 km, and 10 km runs as well as a 12 km walk through the Steigerwald. The traditional loop circles the Steigerwaldstadion, taking runners directly through the stadium itself for the final 600 meters. The event also features a Bambini race for young children, a costume contest, and an on-course photo competition.
What to Expect
New Year's Eve run finishing directly inside the Steigerwaldstadion.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
FSV Thuringia e.V.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and runners of varied abilities
Vibe
Sporty and festive
Energy Level
High
Budget
€€
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Onsite entry prices by category and registration period: Early Bird until 14.10.2026 — 12 km Walk: under 18 €12, age group 19+ €22, handicap €12; 2 km J: under 18 €4, age group 19+ €10, handicap €4; 2 km W, 4 km and 10 km: under 18 €12, age group 19+ €22, handicap €12. From 15.10.2026 — 12 km Walk: under 18 €12, age group 19+ €25, handicap €15; 2 km J: under 18 €6, age group 19+ €15, handicap €15; 2 km W, 4 km and 10 km: under 18 €12, age group 19+ €25, handicap €15. From 01.12.2026, an additional fee applies: €5 for 12 km Walk, €3 for 2 km J, and €5 for each of 2 km W, 4 km and 10 km. Bambini: free, with 80 places. The page also separately says to secure the current tariff by 30 September 2026. – Get tickets
- Hours: 12 km Walk: 8.45 Uhr; 2 km J: 9.30 Uhr; 2 km W: 9.45 Uhr; 4 km: 10.30 Uhr; 10 km: 11.20 Uhr; Bambini: 12.30 Uhr. Startzeiten may change slightly through 20.12.
- Accessibility: Offers a discounted starter package for participants with disabilities and their accompanying guide.
Tips & Advice
- Register by 14 October to lock in the Early Bird rate, since fees rise on 15 October and an extra charge applies from 1 December.
- Sign up before the portal closes on 20 December, because late entrants can only collect their race number at the late-registration pickup.
- Check the start times again shortly before race day, as they can still change slightly up to 20 December.
- Hold back on the opening 700 m climb to the Thüringenhalle, since the course advice is to pace yourself and not go out too fast.
- Register your little one early for the free Bambini race, because it has just 80 places for children aged 3 to 6.
Special Events & Promotions
- Early Bird start tickets at the reduced registration rate until 14 October; fees go up from 15 October.
- An extra late fee applies to registrations from 1 December.
- Costume contest judged on site; register online and wear your race number visibly.
- Photo competition: at least one photographer on the course captures the best, funniest, coolest or most inventive figure.
- Bambini race for ages 3 to 6 is free, with 80 places.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Which distances can I choose?
There's a 12 km walk with stamp check-in, a 2 km fun run or walk without timing, a timed 2 km race, timed 4 km and 10 km races with team rankings, and a Bambini race of 200 to 600 m for ages 3 to 6.
What's the course like?
The traditional 2 km loop circles the Steigerwaldstadion. It opens with about 700 m uphill to the Thüringenhalle, flattens out, then drops downhill through the technical Luisenpark. The last 600 m run in and through the stadium, with 150 m from the stadium exit to the finish.
How do I register?
Registration is online only, through the event website or the timekeeper go-timing. The portal closes on 20 December, and late registration opens on 21 December. Late entrants collect their race number at the late-registration pickup.
How does the costume contest work?
You must be registered online and wear your race number where it can be seen, so the jury can identify you. The jury picks the most inventive, extravagant or original costume on site.
Can people with disabilities take part?
Yes. Every runner and walker is welcome to take part in their own way. People with disabilities and their running companion get a reduced-price starter package. Email the organizers with any questions.
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