Wine Tasting Marathon: An Endurance Event for Vinophiles
Sport Get ready for the 1st Henkell Vinothon - Wiesbaden-Rheingau Gourmet Marathon on September 6th! This unique event takes runners through the breathtaking vineyards of the Rheingau and past historic sites, offering wine tastings at 12 stations for an unforgettable sports experience.
Embrace the Madness - Why stick to traditional marathons when you can drink wine and run? It might sound crazy, but that's the appeal of the Henkell Vinothon. Inspired by the French Médoc Marathon, this event is a must-do for those who love a good challenge combined with pleasure.
Here's the Lowdown on the 1st Henkell Vinothon - Wiesbaden-Rheingau Gourmet Marathon:
- Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025
- Location: Start and finish at Schloss Henkell, Wiesbaden
- Distances: Marathon (42.2 km) and half marathon (21.1 km)
- Refreshments: 12 stations with wine tastings (alcoholic & non-alcoholic) and regional specialties
- Extra Perks: Pasta party, finisher party, engraved medal, showers, clothing and valuables service
- Registration: vinothon-genussmarathon.de
Prepare to Break the Mold
This isn't your typical marathon set onpersonal best times. Instead, the focus is on the experience. You'll carry a bag to enjoy wine tastings at the various stations, making this run likely the longest marathon with the most stops for most participants. Organizer Kai Walter describes it as a feast for the senses, whereas the classic marathon only caters to a senses.
Wiesbaden Loves the Idea
The city of Wiesbaden and the Rheingau-Taunus district are thrilled to welcome the event, as it contributes to the region's tourism and quality of life. Main sponsor Henkell Freixenet, offering Henkell 0.0%, an alcohol-free drink, joins the cause to make this event unforgettable.
Gearing Up for the Ultimate Run
In addition to the run itself, the Vinothon offers a host of services like bus and boat transportation to the start, pasta party, finisher buffet and party, engraved medals, showers, clothing and valuables service. Get ready to raise a glass in the courtyard of honor of "Schloss Henkell" in Wiesbaden on September 6th! Unlike the mother of all gourmet runs in Médoc, there's no dress code (yet).
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- Photo - Participants of the "1st Henkell Vinothon" enjoy wine tastings along the route and the picturesque landscape between vineyards and historic wine estates. ©2025 Pixabay
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References:
[1] https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mezomocsars-medoc-marathon-hungary-2025-tickets-645877054357[2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Médoc_Marathon[3] https://www.runnersworld.com/races-and-events/a23630001/the-wildest-marathon-youll-ever-run-besides-the-mezomocsar-medoc-marathon/
- This unique sports event, the 1st Henkell Vinothon - Wiesbaden-Rheingau Gourmet Marathon, combines football-like enthusiasm with the joy of wine tasting, offering a thrilling alternative to traditional marathons.
- Prepare to embark on an unforgettable sports experience as you run through the vineyards of the Rheingau, savoring football break-like wine tastings at 12 stations while taking in the breathtaking scenery and historic sites.
