How to get into the Blumensaatlauf 2026.

Ways in

There are 3 ways into the Blumensaatlauf, each with what it involves and, where we have it, the organizer's own detail.

1. 01

   First come, first served

   Entry opens on a set date and closes when the field is full.

   At this race: Online entry until race day, capped at 750 participants per distance

2. 02

   Ballot

   Apply while the ballot is open. Places are then drawn at random from everyone who applied, and those drawn are invited to pay the entry fee.

   At this race: Entries are drawn at random from everyone who applies.

3. 03

   Other

   Another route the organizer offers.

   At this race: Written entry by post or email stating year of birth and event

Ballot dates

The ballot for the 2026 race, as the organizer announced it.

1. Ballot opens

   TBA

2. Ballot closes

   21 Nov 2026

3. Draw

   TBA

4. Results

   TBA

FAQ

When does the Blumensaatlauf ballot open?

The ballot for the 2026 race is open now and closes on 21 Nov 2026.

Can I get into the Blumensaatlauf without the ballot?

Yes. Besides the ballot there are 2 other ways in. First come, first served: Online entry until race day, capped at 750 participants per distance. Other: Written entry by post or email stating year of birth and event.

Looking for other ballots? See every ballot opening soon.