Running in the Harz Mountains

Are you training for a marathon, a mega-march, or simply want to stay fit? At the Schlosshotel Blankenburg, you'll find the perfect place for a training weekend: nature, elevation gain, fresh air – and at the end of the day, a comfortable hotel bed and wellness facilities to recharge you.

Train where others vacation: right in the heart of the Harz Mountains, with direct access to trails, elevation gain, and panoramic views. Your advantages at a glance:

• Direct start at the castle: From the castle park uphill to the Devil's Wall, downhill into the old town or into the Harz Nature Park.

• Varied routes: Short laps to warm up, long trails for endurance and technique training.

• Marathon preparation: Elevation changes and natural trails provide the perfect complement to flat city marathon routes.

• Service for runners: Shoe cleaning, route suggestions, maps, contact with local running groups.

• Recovery afterwards: Wellness area with sauna, massage and healthy cuisine.

Right from the hotel door, a variety of routes await you, from a short morning stroll to a challenging trail.

• Blankenburg Foundation Forest circular trail (2 km): Easy morning run under old trees. Perfect for arriving in the morning.

• Small circular trail Teufelsmauer (4,1 km): Varied with climbs, narrow paths and spectacular rocks.

• Blankenburg Loop (11,6 km): The classic route through forests, meadows and past historical sites.

• Round trip via Ziegenkopf & Castle (7,75 km): Challenging, with elevation gain and a view of the castle. Ideal for interval training.

• Devil's Wall Ridge Trail (7,5 km): Narrow trails, rocky passages, a true trail running experience.

The Harz Mountains are not only a hiking paradise, but also a stage for legendary running events:

• Blankenburg Regenstein Run (March): Scenic run with a circular course and start & finish in the stadium! 2 km road, then forest floors.

• Nordhausen City Park Run (Spring): Family-friendly, regional and ideal for beginners.

• Harz crossing (April): Long-distance running/hiking event from Wernigerode to Nordhausen 

• Bad Harzburg Mountain Marathon (Pentecost): traditional running event at the gateway to the Harz Mountains

• Schierke Summer Run (August): various routes through a breathtaking landscape 

• 10 Ponds Marathon (September): Marathon, Half Marathon, Beginner Marathon & Mini Marathon in Goslar-Hahnenklee

• Brocken Run Ilsenburg (September): Legendary, challenging, and with a goal on the highest peak of the Harz Mountains.

• Harz Mountain Run Wernigerode / Brocken Marathon (October): Marathon, half marathon and cross-country races – one of the largest scenic running events in Germany.

• Harzlauf Thale (October): depending on distance and altitude, Roßtrappenlauf, Hexenpfützenlauf and Bodetallauf

• Cross-country and trail runs in the Harz Mountains: Changing regional events that showcase the Harz Mountains in all their diversity.

With us, you're right in the thick of things, not just a spectator – perfect for marathon preparation or as a base camp during competition weekends.

After the run, the real magic begins: Our wellness area in the castle vaults offers sauna, massages, and relaxation. Our kitchen provides you with healthy dishes, regional ingredients, and everything your body needs to regenerate.

Your recovery benefits:

• Sauna & Massage for muscle recovery
  
  
• Fresh, light cuisine with regional products
  
  
• Quiet, spacious rooms with comfortable beds for restful sleep
  

This will make your stay not only a sporty but also a relaxing experience. Whether you want to rack up elevation gain, train for your next marathon, or simply spend a weekend running and unwinding, the Schlosshotel Blankenburg offers the perfect combination of sport, nature, and relaxation.

We look forward to seeing you!