Flusslauf
- Date Thu 28th August 2025
- Time 6:30PM EDT
- Location Bedford, Ohio
- Price $17.45 - $38.65
- Races 4 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable outdoor experience at the Flusslauf Trail Run & Hike on Thursday, August 28, 2025, in scenic Bedford, Cuyahoga! This exhilarating event invites you to don your dirndl and hit the fantastic trails of Bedford Reservation, where you can choose between a 7-mile run or an 11-kilometer hike. Prepare for some fun challenges, including a thrilling river crossing that will have you splashing through approximately 20 inches of water!
The Flusslauf event is not just about the race; it’s a celebration of community, nature, and good times! Enjoy live music from a lively German band, savor refreshing beverages in the Biergarten, and indulge in post-race refreshments. All participants will receive runner perks such as finisher medals, a beer glass memento, and even a pair of socks or a hat. Plus, your participation will support Bike Cleveland, promoting a healthier, more sustainable community. Mark your calendars for this exciting day filled with adventure, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories at Flusslauf!
The Flusslauf event is not just about the race; it’s a celebration of community, nature, and good times! Enjoy live music from a lively German band, savor refreshing beverages in the Biergarten, and indulge in post-race refreshments. All participants will receive runner perks such as finisher medals, a beer glass memento, and even a pair of socks or a hat. Plus, your participation will support Bike Cleveland, promoting a healthier, more sustainable community. Mark your calendars for this exciting day filled with adventure, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories at Flusslauf!
Organiser's Description
LIVE MUSIC, FANTASTIC TRAILS, BIERGARTEN, AND BEAUTIFUL EVENING IN THE PARK!
FLUSSLAUF TRAIL RUN & HIKE IS HERE. DON YOUR DIRNDL AND LET'S HIT THE TRAILS. male sign
DATE: THURSDAY, August 28, 2025 (see timeline below)
LOCATION: Bedford Reservation, 6980 Dunham Rd, Walton Hills, OH 44146
HOW BIG IS THE RIVER CROSSING?
About 20 inches and only up to you knees!
ABOUT FLUSSLAUF: Willkommen to Flusslauf! While the more appropriate name would be Fluss"uberquerung, we folks from the States might struggle there. The Flusslauf Experience is an exciting adventure at our 7-mile (or 11-kilometer) run, ruck, or hike through the trees and roots of Bedford Reservation. Take on the trails with your fellow runners, conquer the river crossing (yes, you WILL get wet twice), and finish with a well-deserved beverage in our Biergarten after the run.
7 MILE ROUTE: DIGITAL MAP [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45437595]
RACE DAY TIMELINE:
* 5:30 PM - Registration and Packet Pick Up Opens
* 6:30 PM - 7 Mile begins
* 7:00 PM - 1 Mile begins
* 7:30 PM - Biergarten opens
* Celebration and awards to follow
* 10:00 PM - Event closes
RUNNER PERKS:
* Runner socks or hat
* Live music from our German Band!
* Finisher medals!
* Bierglas as a memento of your Flusslauf experience.
* Chip Timed Race
* Overall and Age Group Awards with some added prize categories
* Post-race refreshments
FEST ENTRY TICKET:
* Live music from our German Band!
* 1 Bier Ticket & Bierglas
MALE SIGN SUPPORTING A GOOD CAUSE: A portion of the proceeds from Flusslauf will benefit Bike Cleveland, an organization dedicated to promoting the joy of moving with your own legs. By participating, you're not just challenging yourself but also contributing to a shared love for a healthier and more sustainable community.
Come challenge yourself, connect with nature, and support a meaningful cause. Lace up your running shoes, gather your friends, and join us for an unforgettable day at Flusslauf!
Save the date, and let the adventure begin! #FlusslaufAdventure #TrailRunHike #BikeCleveland
FLUSSLAUF TRAIL RUN & HIKE IS HERE. DON YOUR DIRNDL AND LET'S HIT THE TRAILS. male sign
DATE: THURSDAY, August 28, 2025 (see timeline below)
LOCATION: Bedford Reservation, 6980 Dunham Rd, Walton Hills, OH 44146
HOW BIG IS THE RIVER CROSSING?
About 20 inches and only up to you knees!
ABOUT FLUSSLAUF: Willkommen to Flusslauf! While the more appropriate name would be Fluss"uberquerung, we folks from the States might struggle there. The Flusslauf Experience is an exciting adventure at our 7-mile (or 11-kilometer) run, ruck, or hike through the trees and roots of Bedford Reservation. Take on the trails with your fellow runners, conquer the river crossing (yes, you WILL get wet twice), and finish with a well-deserved beverage in our Biergarten after the run.
7 MILE ROUTE: DIGITAL MAP [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45437595]
RACE DAY TIMELINE:
* 5:30 PM - Registration and Packet Pick Up Opens
* 6:30 PM - 7 Mile begins
* 7:00 PM - 1 Mile begins
* 7:30 PM - Biergarten opens
* Celebration and awards to follow
* 10:00 PM - Event closes
RUNNER PERKS:
* Runner socks or hat
* Live music from our German Band!
* Finisher medals!
* Bierglas as a memento of your Flusslauf experience.
* Chip Timed Race
* Overall and Age Group Awards with some added prize categories
* Post-race refreshments
FEST ENTRY TICKET:
* Live music from our German Band!
* 1 Bier Ticket & Bierglas
MALE SIGN SUPPORTING A GOOD CAUSE: A portion of the proceeds from Flusslauf will benefit Bike Cleveland, an organization dedicated to promoting the joy of moving with your own legs. By participating, you're not just challenging yourself but also contributing to a shared love for a healthier and more sustainable community.
Come challenge yourself, connect with nature, and support a meaningful cause. Lace up your running shoes, gather your friends, and join us for an unforgettable day at Flusslauf!
Save the date, and let the adventure begin! #FlusslaufAdventure #TrailRunHike #BikeCleveland
Races
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12K Run/Hike
Incl. $3.65 Fee & Custom Socks or Hat
Thu 28th August 2025 (6:30PM EDT)
$38.65
There is a river crossing at mile 3.5. Staff/Volunteer will be there to direct you across. -
1 Mile Run/Hike
Incl. $3.35 Fee & Custom Socks or Hat
Thu 28th August 2025 (6:30PM EDT)
$33.35
No river crossing! Very beginner friendly. -
12K Ruck
Incl. $3.65 Fee & Custom Socks or Hat
Thu 28th August 2025 (6:30PM EDT)
$38.65
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Fest Entry
Incl. $2.45 Fee
Thu 28th August 2025 (6:30PM EDT)
$17.45
Flusslauf
