The Westenergie Marathon – Rund um den Baldeneysee is Germany’s oldest continuously held marathon, welcoming runners each second Sunday in October for an autumn celebration of endurance and community by the beautiful Baldeneysee in Essen. In 2025, the 63rd edition will take place on Sunday, 12 October, with all races starting and finishing at the scenic Seaside Beach venue. Participants can choose between the full 42.195 km marathon, the rewarding 18.6 km Westenergie Seerunde that circles the lake once, or the spirited AllbauTeamStaffel relay where teams of four split the marathon distance—making the event a perfect fit for solo competitors, relay teams, and families alike. Organized entirely by the TUSEM Essen Athletics Department and enriched by a pre-event Walking Day and Mini-Marathon for kids, it blends tradition, volunteer spirit, and a festive, inclusive atmosphere.
Race
Marathon
Race Date:
12 October, 2025
The Westenergie Marathon — Rund um den Baldeneysee — will next take place on Sunday, 12 October 2025, offering runners a scenic journey around the beautiful Baldeneysee in Essen, with events starting and finishing at the Seaside Beach venue.
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FAQs
What is the Westenergie Marathon?
How long is the Westenergie Marathon?
Where does the Westenergie Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Westenergie Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Westenergie Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Westenergie Marathon?
The Westenergie Marathon — Rund um den Baldeneysee — will next take place on Sunday, 12 October 2025, offering runners a scenic journey around the beautiful Baldeneysee in Essen, with events starting and finishing at the Seaside Beach venue.
The Westenergie Marathon is 42km long.
The Westenergie Marathon takes place in Baldeneysee, Essen, Germany.
Runna classifies the Westenergie Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Westenergie Marathon?
The Westenergie Marathon — Rund um den Baldeneysee — will next take place on Sunday, 12 October 2025, offering runners a scenic journey around the beautiful Baldeneysee in Essen, with events starting and finishing at the Seaside Beach venue.
How long is the Westenergie Marathon?
The Westenergie Marathon is 42km long.
Where does the Westenergie Marathon take place?
The Westenergie Marathon takes place in Baldeneysee, Essen, Germany.
What is the elevation gain of the Westenergie Marathon?
Runna classifies the Westenergie Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Westenergie Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Westenergie Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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Sport:
Running
Tags:
Relay
Kid friendly
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