- Sean NobleIRL54:53
- Luke GreerGBR55:02
- 55:32
S9
HYROX KARLSRUHE
Podiums & winners by division — Messe Karlsruhe (Halle 3)
Karlsruhe, GermanyOctober 1 – 4, 2026
About the event
HYROX Karlsruhe stands out as a key stop on season 9 for German and European athletes seeking strong performances in a demanding setting. The dynamic city of Baden-Württemberg offers an ideal environment for an indoor fitness competition, with a well-established sports culture and proven expertise in hosting large-scale events. Modern architecture blends with green spaces and infrastructure perfectly suited to welcoming thousands of participants and spectators. The German atmosphere, both rigorous and warm, promises a smooth, energetic and friendly race experience. Between personal challenge, team spirit and crowd support, HYROX Karlsruhe is the chance to test your fitness in a human-scale city that is easy to navigate and perfect for a memorable sporty weekend.
HYROX Karlsruhe 2026 Podium
Solo
- 58:25
- 1:00:47
- Linda MeierGER1:02:44
- 58:25
- 58:31
- 59:13
- 1:00:29
- Katie BirchCAN1:07:43
- 1:08:21
Doubles
- 50:28
- 51:28
- 52:31
- 54:38
- 57:08
- 57:08
- 50:59
- 52:48
- 53:19
- 1:00:04
- 1:03:15
- 1:03:57
- 56:04
- 57:59
- 58:19
Relay
- 56:10
- 56:18
- 57:09
- 1:04:53
- 1:05:45
- 1:08:47
- 59:52
- 59:56
- 1:01:52
Plan your stay
Karlsruhe offers a varied range of accommodation suited to both athletes and spectators. You will find small friendly addresses as well as more modern facilities, with functional, well-insulated and comfortable rooms to support recovery. Participants can expect venues used to hosting event guests, with late check-ins possible, breakfast areas adapted to early mornings and often simple transport links to main points of interest. As the city remains relatively compact, it is generally easy to reach the competition site from most neighbourhoods. Booking in advance allows athletes to choose accommodation that matches their preparation routine, balancing calm, accessibility and controlled budget.
Beyond the event, Karlsruhe offers great discoveries for participants and companions. Its pleasant city centre, large squares and shopping streets invite you to stroll after the race. Culture lovers can explore museums, art spaces and well-kept parks for a true recovery break. The city also provides many green areas, ideal for a light walk or calm stretching session. On the food side, the Baden region is known for its generous cuisine: German specialities, pastries, pretzels and hearty dishes to celebrate the end of the effort, as well as lighter options for those watching their sports nutrition. Between urban exploration, culture and local gastronomy, Karlsruhe turns the competition into a true sporty city break.
Race Info
Laps per run
- Runs 1 to 7: 3 laps — enter at {gate}
- Run 8: 3 laps — enter at {gate}
Karlsruhe is well connected and relatively straightforward to reach, making it easy to organise a stress-free HYROX weekend. Whether arriving by train, car or nearby airport, the city has an efficient public transport network combining trams and buses to quickly reach the event location. Participants are advised to plan their arrival a little early to recover, familiarise themselves with the surroundings and avoid any rush on race day. On site, walking is often sufficient thanks to the compact city centre. Choosing weather-appropriate clothing, allowing time for bib collection and organising the journey to the venue the day before helps approach the competition in the best physical and mental conditions.
Messe Karlsruhe (Halle 3)
Messe Karlsruhe (Halle 3), Messeallee 1, 76287 Rheinstetten, Germany
Frequently asked questions
Pro Men: Sean Noble (IRL) in 54:53.
Pro Women: Saskia Millard (GBR) in 58:25.
Open Men: Lloyd Mulholland (GBR) in 58:25.
Open Women: Denise Schumacher (GER) in 1:00:29.
Pro Men: Tim Wenisch (GER) and Jannik Czapla (GER) in 50:28.
Pro Women: Saskia Millard (GBR) and Holly Archer (GBR) in 54:38.
Open Men: Paul Gaillard (FRA) and Mehdi Kadri (FRA) in 50:59.
Open Women: Jacqueline Schumacher (GER) and Denise Schumacher (GER) in 1:00:04.
Open Mixed: Angela Lanz (GER) and Lukas Storath (GER) in 56:04.
Open Men: Adrián Sánchez Marina (ESP), Jaume Robles Morey (ESP), Antonio Morlà Rosselló (ESP), and Yeray Mañas Hernández (ESP) in 56:10.
Open Women: Melanie Pfister (GER), Valentina Groha (GER), Luisa Pfister (GER), and Hannah Auer (GER) in 1:04:53.
Open Mixed: Christoph Hausmann (GER), Coni Hausmann (GER), Achim Jäger (GER), and Kimberly Morales (GER) in 59:52.
The fastest Pro athletes finish a HYROX race in under an hour, top Open athletes between 1h and 1h15. The podium times for each division are shown above.