Thirteen miles, thirteen cities, one feeling
The DresdenHALF route runs right through the heart of the city – along the River Elbe, past Dresden's most beautiful sights. A special highlight of the run: Dresden's twin towns are represented on the 21.1-kilometre course. Each of the 13 miles is symbolically dedicated to a town – making each stage a little experience in itself!
Dresden maintains lively partnerships with cities in Europe, Africa, Asia and America: Coventry, Wrocław, St. Petersburg, Skopje, Ostrava, Brazzaville, Florence, Hamburg, Rotterdam, Strasbourg, Salzburg, Columbus and Hangzhou. These city partnerships promote international exchange and cooperation in areas such as culture, education, business and politics – for example through school projects, youth exchanges and joint events.
All residents of Dresden and visitors to the city are warmly invited to help make the DresdenHALF a success, line the route, cheer on the runners and soak up the atmosphere. Anyone who wishes to can also play an active part in organising one of the city’s themed sections – turning the DresdenHALF into a celebration of exercise, community and international friendship.
1st mile: Brazzaville | 2nd mile: Wrocław | 3rd mile: Ostrava | 4th mile: Skopje | 5th mile: Hangzhou | 6th mile: Columbus | 7th mile: Coventry | 8th mile: Rotterdam | 9th mile: Strasbourg | 10th mile: Hamburg | 11th mile: Florence | 12th mile: Salzburg | 13th mile: Dresden
#WeRunTogether
Mission DresdenHALF
Together with our two running coaches, Amy Fry and Reiner Mehlhorn, we support selected runners as they prepare for the DresdenHALF – whether they simply want to complete their first half marathon or are aiming for a specific finishing time. #TeamSpirit
HERE WE INTRODUCE THEM TO YOU & SUPPORT THEM ON THEIR JOURNEY
All important information
Date | 6 September 2026
Start time | 9:00 a.m.
Starting point | World Trade Centre Dresden
Finish point | Saxon State Parliament
| 05.09.2025 – 31.10.2025 | 59 Euro |
| 01.11.2025 – 31.01.2026 | 69 Euro |
| 01.02.2026 – 31.05.2026 | 79 Euro |
| 01.06.2026 – 31.08.2026 | 89 Euro |
| Ab 01.09.2026 | 94 Euro |
At DresdenHALF, there's not only the run, but also the matching accessories. Look forward to your exclusive DresdenHALF arm sleeves! You will receive these together with your race documents at the race document distribution.
You also have the option of purchasing merchandise such as shirts and hoodies during registration or afterwards via the link in your registration confirmation or at the expo (only while stocks last).
Participation is open to individuals aged 16 and above.
The maximum running time after crossing the starting line is three hours.
at the World Trade Centre Dresden
Friday, 4 September 2026 | 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday, 5 September 2026 | 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The DresdenHALF course has been officially measured in accordance with rule TR 55.3 IWR. The measurement was carried out by an internationally recognised WA/AIMS-DLV course measurer, followed by the creation of a certified WA measurement report. The course is therefore eligible for national and international records and rankings.
Have you registered for the DresdenHALF but are unable to participate due to scheduling conflicts or injury? No problem: you can transfer your starting place. Please use the link in your registration confirmation and enter the details of the new runner there. We charge 10 Euro for re-registration.
IMPORTANT: For safety reasons, it is expressly prohibited to transfer start numbers without following the process described above. Violations will be punished with disqualification and suspension.
Toilets are located in the start and finish areas.
When registering, you can choose between free luggage storage in the finish area or receiving a towel at the finish. Luggage can be dropped off in the finish area at the following times:
Saturday, 5 September 2026 | 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, 6 September 2026 | from 7 a.m.
All participants will receive their finisher's medal and personal certificate to download immediately after the race. At DresdenHALF, the net time is recorded (the time difference between crossing the start line and the finish line). The official rankings (1st - 10th) are determined based on gross times. The winners will be awarded on stage.
