Fulda Marathon 2025: Jubilee for the 30th anniversary and new routes!
Fulda Marathon 2025: Jubilee for the 30th anniversary and new routes!
The Fulda Marathon, one of the most traditional running events in Germany, is facing a special anniversary: on September 7, 2025, the 30th edition will be celebrated. This event has a long history that goes back to 1977 when it was launched by the US Army. The concept was originally manifested in a team concept in which runners competed against each other in two formation with colorful pennants. However, this changed in 1994 when the run took place independently of military organizations and a running meeting took over.
The marathon, which became known as the "Hochstift Marathon" in 1994, experienced another turning point in 1995 when the LG Fulda took over the organization and introduced a half marathon. Despite the initial flights of height, the event had to be stopped in 2005 for falling registrations for the full marathon distance. Instead, the focus was on shorter routes to also attract hobby runners. This happened through the introduction of 10 and 5 kilometers and a children's route.
from the Hochstift Marathon to the Fulda Marathon
The team idea is still a central element of the event; However, the team size has grown to four runners to meet the new requirements. In 2010, the name was changed in "Fulda Marathon", accompanying a new logo. Interestingly, the event is still organized on its own without the support of external marketing agencies. Fuldaer Zeitung reports that over 2,000 runners took part in the marathon.
The route of the Fulda Marathon is just as impressive as the history of the event. It includes lively and picturesque sections through the Aue, the site of the state garden show, past the pond and through the historic baroque district of the city. This contributes to the fact that the run not only represents a sporting challenge, but also a festival for the senses.
regional partnerships and sponsors
Another pillar of the Fulda Marathon are the local partners and sponsors who have been supporting the event for years. This includes the Scheller Autohaus, which is known as an Opel partner in East Hesse and offers a wide range of vehicles, including electric cars and SUVs. GLS Germany, an important parcel service with 9,000 employees, is also closely linked to the event and offers interesting career opportunities in various areas. The support from the region comprises companies such as the high-standing brewery Fulda, which looks back on over 175 years of history, and the mineral source of Förstina bubble, which comes from the Hessische Rhön Nature Park.
In addition, the three -time winner of the Fulda Marathon, Frank Jipptner, is known in the region, not only for his sporting success, but also for his work as a personal trainer. This further strengthens the reference to the running community in and around Fulda. The Fulda Marathon remains an event that is important for both competition and hobby runners and could expand in the coming years.Registrations for this year's marathon are already open. Participants can look forward to seeing you again with the unique atmosphere and the impressive setting Fulda. The Fulda Marathon is more than just a sporting event - it is an integrative part of the regional culture and community.
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