Looking for a running group in Leipzig?

MORE ABOUT RUNNING IN LEIPZIG

Leipzig offers a rare combination for runners: a floodplain forest right in the middle of the city and the Neuseenland lake district just beyond it. We Up shows you which group fits you — the city's running meetups, running groups, and run clubs, from a relaxed park meetup to an ambitious pace group.

The city's green lifeline is the Leipziger Auenwald, a shaded floodplain forest that cuts right across town. The most popular after-work loop runs through Clara-Zetkin-Park and the adjoining Johannapark, with wide meadows in the Rosental near the zoo. For longer sessions, runners head along the Karl-Heine-Kanal through Plagwitz or out to the Neuseenland lakes — Lake Cospuden, known locally as the "Cossi," with its paved 11-kilometer loop, or Lake Kulkwitz and Lake Markkleeberg.

Groups meet in nearly every neighborhood — in Connewitz, Plagwitz, Gohlis, Schleußig, or around the city center. Every meetup lists when, where, and how fast before you sign up. Many are free and deliberately built for beginners, with walk breaks and no pressure. Just how fast Leipzig's running scene is growing shows in the Leipzig Marathon: 2025 brought around 11,800 registrations, almost a third more than the year before.

A meetup in your neighborhood, one click for the next event — that's really all it takes. The best part of running in Leipzig isn't marathon day, it's the weekly loop through the Auwald — and whatever happens afterward at the café or along the canal. Find your people and get going.

30 running groups in Leipzig on We Up

Running in Leipzig — good to know

Is this suitable for beginners too?
Yes, explicitly. Many running groups in Leipzig are beginner-friendly and deliberately run slowly — often with walk breaks. You need no experience, just the will to start.
Am I too slow for a running group?
No. There's a group for almost every pace – from very easy to fast. Pick one whose pace fits you; nobody gets left behind.
Can I come alone?
Sure, most people come alone to their first run. That's exactly what running groups are for: meeting new people and running together. Message the group beforehand and you'll recognise each other at the meeting point.
What if I can't keep up?
No problem. Many groups wait at crossings, run in pace groups or take walk breaks. And if it gets too fast, you simply drop out – that’s completely fine.
What does it cost?
The vast majority of run meetups and running groups in Leipzig are free. You just come by and run along – no registration, membership or fee.
Where do running groups meet in Leipzig?
All across the city — Leipziger Auenwald, Clara-Zetkin-Park, Johannapark, Rosental, Cospudener See and Karl-Heine-Kanal are among the most popular meeting points. Every group on We Up shows its exact meeting point.
Where do I find run meetups in Leipzig?
Right here on this page: We Up lists the city's run meetups, running groups and run clubs in one place, with day, time, pace and meeting point. Follow a group or see its next runs.
Are there free running groups in Leipzig?
Yes, most are free. Social run clubs and open meetups live off running together, not off fees – just come along.
Which running group fits my pace?
From a relaxed 5-kilometre beginner run to a tempo group under 5:00/km, there is everything. Check each group’s pace and feel free to try several until it fits.
When do the running groups meet?
Mostly weekday evenings and weekend mornings – many have fixed weekly slots. You’ll find the exact times for each group and run right here on the page.

Last updated 13 July 2026

Sources: de.wikipedia.org · leipzigmarathon.de · leipzigmarathon.de · outdooractive.com · leipzigerseen.de · leipzig.travel