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Stuttgarter Silvesterlauf

Participants can choose between multiple running courses, including a student run, the 5.5-kilometer Hörnleshasenlauf, and the 11-kilometer main race around the Fasanengarten. Attendees can enjoy food and drinks served both in the hall and at the finish area on Löwen-Platz. In addition to honors for top-placing runners, awards are presented for the best costume and the largest running team.

Thu, Dec 31, 2026

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Schülerlauf: €8 advance registration, €10 late registration; ages 2010–2020. Hörnleshasenlauf: €12 advance registration, €18 late registration; born 2015 or earlier. Hauptlauf: €17 advance registration, €22 late registration; born 2014 or earlier.

Hours

Bib pickup for all races from 11:00; late registration: Schülerlauf until 12:00, Hörnleshasenlauf until 12:30, Hauptlauf until 13:30; starts: Schülerlauf 13:00, Hörnleshasenlauf 13:30, Hauptlauf 14:30; Schülerlauf awards approx. 13:30; finish cutoff 15:45; Hörnleshasenlauf and Hauptlauf awards approx. 16:15.

Ages

2009 - 2019 (Schülerlauf), 2014 and older (Hörnleshasenlauf), 2013 and older (Hauptlauf)

Neighborhood

Weilimdorf

Food & Drink

Event catering is available in Lindenbachhalle and on Löwen-Platz.

Parking

Parking is available for a fee in the Löwen-Markt underground garage, accessed via Pforzheimerstr. and Staigerstraße.

Location

Lindenbachhalle · Solitudestraße 243, 70499 Stuttgart, Stuttgart, BW Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Local runners, families with school-age children, and running teams

Vibe

Energetic and celebratory

Energy Level

High

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Register online by December 28 if you want to use the advance registration option and SEPA direct debit.
  • If registering late, note that each race has its own deadline before its start.
  • Wear your bib visibly on your chest throughout the race; runners without a bib are not officially timed.
  • Use the Löwen-Markt underground garage if driving, and allow for its paid parking.
  • Bring a costume if you want to be considered for the best-outfit award.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Online registration by December 28 is available for all three races.
  • Late registration is available for each race on event day.
  • The T-shirt is available separately with advance registration or on event day, while supplies last.
  • The best outfit or costume is awarded.
  • The largest running team is awarded.

Links & Contact

Run by Sportgemeinde Weilimdorf e.V. and Turn- und Sportverein Weilimdorf e.V.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which races can participants choose from, and who is eligible?

The Schülerlauf is for participants born from 2010 through 2020; the Hörnleshasenlauf is for those born in 2015 or earlier; and the Hauptlauf is for those born in 2014 or earlier.

Can I register on the day, or should I sign up online?

Online registration is available through December 28. Late registration is also available, with a separate deadline for each race.

Where can runners pick up their bibs and change?

Bib pickup is in the Lindenbachhalle. Limited changing and shower facilities are available there.

Where can I get food and drinks?

Refreshments are available in the Lindenbachhalle and on Löwen-Platz.

What awards are given?

The best costume and largest running team are recognized. The Schülerlauf awards include certificates and medals for participants; the other races have awards for top finishers.

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