About the race
The Flechtkulturlauf-Obermain will take place in Lichtenfels on Saturday 20 June 2026. You can run between 5 and 10 kilometers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Philosophy of the Flechtkulturlauf Obermain
For the 14th time, the HOFMANN-Flechtkulturlauf Obermain, FKLO for short. From a forest run in the stadium with a demanding course, this race by ASC Burgberg has developed into an event in the city center, following the "Path of Weaving Culture", a flat course. Much has happened since then. Above all, there have been numerous renewals on the FKLO courses. The FKLO sees itself primarily as a broadly based popular run, where the joy of movement is paramount. With its diverse running and (Nordic) walking routes, the race is a good opportunity for everyone who likes to run. Parallel to the FKLO, Lichtenfels celebrates its big "Lichtenfelser Weinfest". A good opportunity for companies and authorities to enable a sporting community event for their employees with the race. The sport is complemented by joint celebrations at the Lichtenfelser Weinfest with its top music groups and diverse catering offer. Hobby athletes and ambitious athletes are equally welcome to test their sporting abilities without great performance pressure. As a thank you to those who work for the well-being of the community, we have the "Blue Light Championship for Blue Light Organizations" on the 10.4 km course of the MOTHERSON run, such as police, fire brigade, BRK, DLRG, water rescue, etc. In addition, we have the CEO ranking (company bosses and club boards) and a team ranking on this course.
Travel to Lichtenfels
In the meantime, the entire Upper Franconia region belongs to the VGN transport association. This allows you to travel to the German basket city of Lichtenfels by train without any problems from Nuremberg/Ansbach or from Hof/Bayreuth. This means a great advantage for all participants, as the search for a parking space is eliminated. Of course, parking spaces are also available in the "Innenstadt" and "Schützenanger" car parks.
Cooperation Partner
We are very pleased that with "SPORT-PRAXIS- Faulstich" we have found a competent partner for the FKLO who is actively available after crossing the finish line.
Award Ceremony
As with any race, there is an award ceremony at the FKLO. The best runners will receive a cup, and the age group winners (m/w) in the 10.4 km MOTHERSON race and the youth ranking in the 5.3 km THERAMED race will receive a commemorative cup. All runners of the various distances who cross the finish line will receive a personal gold medal. After all, everyone is a winner. True to the motto "Being there is everything". We also honor the fastest female or male boss over the 10.5 kilometer course. Likewise the sportiest teams and the sportiest (Nordic) walking group. In each case, the most kilometers leading to the finish line count. The fastest boss or the fastest boss over the 10.5 kilometer course. Likewise the sportiest teams and the sportiest (Nordic) walking group. In each case, the most kilometers leading to the finish line count.
Early Bird Discount
For the FKLO, we have an "Early Bird Discount".