Cap Arcona Memorial Run

The Poeler SV is organizing the traditional Cap Arcona Memorial Run on Sunday, September 13. The event begins at 10 a.m. at the Cap Arcona Memorial at Schwarzer Busch. Following speeches by politicians and representatives of local organizations, wreaths will be laid, and a moment of silence will be observed in memory of the victims. Immediately afterward, the starting gun will be fired for the various running events.

Every year on the second weekend of September, a very special event is celebrated on the island of Poel: the Cap Arcona Memorial Run. This run combines athletic ambition with a deep culture of remembrance and honors the memory of the tragic events surrounding the fate of the ship “Cap Arcona.”

Running Routes for All Fitness Levels

The picturesque setting of Poel Island, with its fresh sea breeze and the gentle sound of the Baltic Sea, makes the Cap Arcona Memorial Run a special experience. Various routes are offered, suitable for both beginners and experienced runners:

• 1.4 km: For the youngest participants; ideal for children’s races.
• 5.5 km: A comfortable distance for recreational runners, Nordic walkers, and walkers.
• 11.1 km: The challenge for ambitious long-distance runners.

Registration is open until September 9, 2026, through the Poeler Sportverein 1923 e.V.: Register here

(Source: Poeler Sportverein 1923 e.V.)