Leipzig Red Bull Arena

What is the Wings for Life World Run?

The Wings for Life World Run is a truly unique and global race for both runners and wheelchair participants. Instead of a finish line, competitors race side by side to keep ahead of the Virtual Catcher Car. Now in its eleventh year, on 4 maja 2025 Wings for Life World Run participants in Germany can also run together in Leipzig. Meet up with your friends, download the Wings for Life World Run App and join all the other people running until the Virtual Catcher Car catches you of course. The race starts at exactly 13:00:00. The Virtual Catcher Car takes off 30 minutes after the start at 14 km/h and steadily increases its speed until the last athletes have been caught. 100% of all donations and the entry fees go directly into spinal cord research projects.

Track

We start at the 'Festwiese' near the Red Bull Arena Leipzig. With the stadium at our backs, we head towards to the 'Elsterradweg'. The route runs north along the water until Hans-Driesch-Straße. From there, the route leads past the 'am Sportforum' to the absolute highlight. Through the main entrance of the Red Bull Arena, we enter the stadium, passing the team locker room, through the player tunnel, and up to the edge of the pitch. Along the grass edge, we go through the interior of the stadium – a unique and one-of-a-kind experience! After an unforgettable run, we exit through the south gate and head back to the 'Festwiese'.

We kick off with a joint warm-up at 12:35 PM on the 'Festwiese'. There will be an activity area with a DJ, moderator, children's activities, paid catering, and much more.

Our route is of course wheelchair accessible. The course includes two inclines with a gradient of about 8%. At these points, trained assistants will be available for your safety and support.

Parking information: There are a few parking spots available at P5 (Sportforum 1). We recommend that you arrive by public transport, on foot or by bicycle. The bicycle garage on the 'Festwiese' is of course available. You can also use the parking facilities on the stadium forecourt.

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Wheelchair participants

On 4 maja 2025 wheelchair participants and runners start side by side at this track. The only requirement: wheelchair participants have to start in everyday wheelchairs.

Refreshment station and local set up

Yes, this track has a refreshment station! You will find the following on site: There are several aid stations along the route (drinks and fruits).

Timing and race number

You will receive your personal race number via email and it’s also available next to your starting number on the website a couple of days before the race. The Wings for Life World Run App is your time tracking tool. The Virtual Catcher Car takes off 30 minutes after the start and as soon as it overtakes you, you will get clear signals via the App. Please make sure to have a fully charged phone on race day.

Your contribution to help find a cure

In order to join this App Run Event, please download the Wings for Life World Run App for Android or iPhone and sign up for race day in the App. To be part of the Wings for Life World Run on 4 maja 2025 a registration fee will be charged; 100% of your fee go to spinal cord research. After you completed your registration for race day, you can join this App Run Event.