Harz-Gebirgslauf (Brocken-Marathon)
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About the race
The Harz-Gebirgslauf in Wernigerode is a nature run through the Harz National Park that offers multiple race and walking options, including a marathon summiting the Brocken, the highest peak in northern Germany. The event features measured times for all participants using an EasyChip attached to the shoe; chip use is required and the fee is included in the entry. Both gross and net times are recorded; rankings are based on net times except for the children race where gross times decide placements.
Distances and categories include:
- 42.2 km Brocken Marathon, age limit 18, participant limit 1000
- 22.5 km Half Marathon, age limit 18
- 11.2 km 11 km race, age limit 14
- 4.8 km 5 km race, age limit 10
- 2 km Brockenkinder Lauf, age 5 to 10, free participation
- 11 km / 25.1 km Wandering and Nordic Walking, no age limit
The marathon rises more than 1000 meters and passes alpine conditions on the Brocken; weather-related clothing and personal responsibility for health are stressed. At a designated checkpoint the organizer issues protective jackets for the Brocken passage when needed. The course crosses the Brockenbahn tracks at two points; safety marshals can temporarily close the route and their instructions must be followed. The marathon field is limited for nature protection. Team scoring adds the three fastest times per club or group. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
