Silvesterlauf Werl

DEC

31

2026

Traditional New Year Eve race on 31 December 2026 from Werl to Soest with 15 km, 5 km and children's runs, electronic timing and charitable registration fees.

Thu 31 Dec 2026

Werl, Nordrhein-Westfalen

Website Registration

15 kilometers 5 kilometers

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Silvesterlauf Werl to Soest

The event is the 45th Sparkassen Silvesterlauf, a New Year Eve running event held on 31 December 2026 between Werl and Soest. The finish is on the Marktplatz in Soest. The organizer is Anlauf GmbH.

Distances and categories include:

15 km race starting at Stadthalle Werl, with walking and Nordic walking categories
5 km race starting in Ampen, with walking and Nordic walking categories
Children's runs at Stadthalle Werl, no fixed start times

Timing and results are recorded exclusively with the organizer's start numbers that include a raceresult transponder. Every finisher receives a commemorative medal; results and certificates are published online. An award ceremony is held on the Marktplatz in Soest.

Registration is by deadlines with stepped fees and an online cutoff on 22 December 2026; late and on-site entries are possible at specified locations. The event is organized as a charitable run and registration fees contribute to the donation total.

Logistics information includes shuttle buses between Soest, Ampen and Werl, a recommended KON-Werl park and ride area with shuttle service, and public transport connections via regional trains to Werl and Soest. Medical and safety services are provided by the Deutsches Rotes Kreuz and local police. The event takes place regardless of weather. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.