About Trophy Runners

Years ago, by participating in numerous obstacle races such as the Fisherman’s Friend StrongmanRun in Weeze or the legendary Tough Guy in Wolverhampton, UK, we experienced firsthand how enriching it can be to take part in a running event. Whether it's meeting incredible people, gathering unique experiences, or undergoing profound personal growth, running offers something extraordinary.

At Trophy Runners, we believe that running connects people in a unique way, significantly contributes to personal development, and that everyone should have the chance to create life-changing experiences. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to make accessing thousands of running events as easy as possible—so you, too, can enjoy (at least!) one amazing running adventure in your life.

Originally launched as a hobby project focused on obstacle races, Trophy Runners has grown into one of the leading running calendars in the DACH region. Today, we feature thousands of regularly updated running events of all types across Europe. With a wide range of practical tools—like our comprehensive event filter, event notifications, favorites list, and the ability to rate events—we’re here to help you plan your running season effortlessly.

Whether you want to crawl through the mud in England, conquer the mountains in Austria, run through vineyards in Germany, or jog along the beaches of Spain, Trophy Runners puts your next running adventure just a few clicks away.

Trophy Runners was founded in 2013 by brothers Lars and Gunar Bodendiek. As co-founders, they lead Trophy Runners together, continuously working on their vision to make Trophy Runners the largest, most user-friendly, and most valuable running calendar. Have questions, suggestions, or ideas for collaboration? Get in touch with us!