Ultra Running Hub Wermelskirchen, Germany · Friday, May 7, 2027
Die Bergischen 5 Kindergartenrunde Etappe 3
What the course asks
DUV results for the 2025 edition (176km/5stages) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
Typical conditions, May
Regional 2001-2020 average for May — NASA POWER, grid elevation 260 m. Not a forecast.
Results history
| Year | Race | Finishers | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 176km/5stages | 3 | Patrick Balkow · 28:07:00 | Sandra Hall · 26:29:00 |
| 2022 | 177.4km/5stages | 11 | Gert Mertens · 20:00:46 | Gabi Paul · 22:05:10 |
| 2018 | 172km/5stages | 21 | Dirk Minnebusch · 21:15:51 | Laura Mathiaszyk · 20:28:14 |
The field shrank 73% between 2022 (11) and 2025 (3). 67% of the 2025 field were women.
DUV results for the 2025 edition (176km/5stages) — finishers only. Starters are not published, so the field was at least this big and no finish rate can be given.
The Aid Station
Course-specific beta from the community
This is a rolling course. Expect fast, runnable sections where rhythm is key.
With trail terrain, choose a shoe with moderate cushioning for optimal performance.
Gear for this race
Chosen for 45 km of trail with 987 m of ascent.
- Trail Running Shoes 22 m of climb per kilometre — grip and rock protection before cushioning.
- Race Nutrition 45 km of self-supported fuelling between aid stations.
- Hydration Vests Pole attachment and chest-strap stability on steep ground.
- Trekking Poles 987 m of ascent to walk up.
- Headlamps A 12 h limit puts you out there after dark.
Overview
The Die Bergischen 5 Kindergartenrunde Etappe 3 in Wermelskirchen, Germany, is a stage race that covers 45 km with 987 meters of elevation gain. This marathon-distance event is one of 3 editions since 2018.
With 21.9 meters of climb per kilometer, this course is hillier than most marathon-distance races. The 12-hour time limit allows a 16 minutes per kilometer pace, which is tighter than 14% of similar races. The field size is smaller than all 59 of its peer races.
Similar races
Other Marathon trail ultras, closest in distance first.