27. Drebber Lauf - June 13, 2026
The 27th Drebber Lauf is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026, starting at 14:30. This event offers a variety of competitions, including a 2.34 km run, a 4.7 km run, the Sparkassen 9.4 km run, the Harbour Energy Half Marathon, and a full Marathon. Participants can compete individually or as part of a relay team. Spectators can enjoy the decorated course, and there will be a supporting program on the schoolyard.
Important Information for Runners:
- Travel and Parking: The event is located at Schulstraße in 49457 Drebber. Please follow the signs for the parking lot near the finish line, as GPS navigation might lead you to a street closure. Bicycles can be parked in the schoolyard. The course will be closed from 13:00, and cycling on the course is prohibited after 14:30. The nearest train station is in Diepholz; a taxi is recommended for travel to Drebber.
- Bib Number Distribution: Bib numbers will be distributed at the clubhouse next to the sports field. Kindergarten and primary school children will receive their bibs through the clubhouse windows. Adults picking up bibs for groups, classes, or schools can enter the clubhouse. Participants in all runs (2.3 km, 4.7 km, 9.4 km, Half Marathon, Marathon, and relays) can collect their bibs inside the clubhouse. Only the runner's name is required; no printouts are needed. Children should check with their kindergarten or primary school regarding bib collection procedures.
- Late Registration/Changes: Late registrations and changes to a different distance are possible at the clubhouse. Online registration closes on Friday morning at 9:00 AM. On-site registration is available on Saturday. Thanks to Sparkasse's support, on-site payments can be made cashless via card or mobile.
- Schedule:
- 14:30: Marathon start.
- From 14:30: 6 races for kindergarten and primary school children (two kindergarten races and one for each grade level).
- 16:00: Simultaneous start for the 2.3 km run (1 lap), 4.7 km run (2 laps), Sparkassen 9.4 km run (4 laps), Harbour Energy Half Marathon (9 laps), and marathon/half marathon relay teams.
- Awards Ceremonies: Award ceremonies will take place as runners finish. Primary school races will have ceremonies on the schoolyard, while others will be held in the start-finish area.
- Refreshments: A refreshment stand will be located behind the start-finish area, offering water, cola, and bananas for runners on the 2.3 km loop. Participants may also leave clothing or personal refreshments here, though no liability is assumed.
- Bag Drop: Bags can be dropped off at the bib number distribution point before the race and collected from the fire truck in the start-finish area after the race.
- Showers, Changing Rooms, Toilets: Facilities are available.
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