Well, when it comes to marathons I don’t see any real competition: the Germans simply rule !
And unlike soccer tournaments where they irritatingly at times just become better and better, they are remarkably consistent in their high level of perfection and dedication to getting just everything and all details right in their marathon events.
Yes, it’s a real pleasure to cross the southern border of Denmark when it comes to running ! I did so last weekend, having set up yet another wellness weekend in Hamburg. Saturday, we ran the Ôjendorfer See marathon in celebration of the German Unification Day 3 Oct. For once, I had a really crappy day with no energy or desire to run at all… but magically I woke up at about 30 k and actually made my best time in the sixth personal start in this race. You find the pictures here.
Heide-Elbe marathon
Then Sunday came what turned out to be one of the best and most eventful races this year, perfectly organized and for me personally just a totally ressouceful experience fully enjoying the beautiful and very varied Nature along the route. Brilliant day, simply… the pictures are here.
Kaltenkirschener marathon
As we speak many friends are running at my friend Arne Franck of Kaltenkirschen, organizer of the very nice marathon there. I hope everybody have a great day there… I’m left with the memories from two years back.
In conclusion, do not miss to try on ANY marathon in Germany. You will be amazed by the high quality and actually also the friendlyness and helpfullness of the Germans. As I said, it is a pleasure !