On 06.12.2025 it's "Shot or Squat" again at the 4th Mönchguter Brennereilauf. The wintry weather and high spirits on the course ensure a particularly exuberant atmosphere at this event.
At the end of each kilometer, runners and walkers have to decide whether they want to try a selected spirit from the Störtebeker distillery or do 10 squats, as the motto is "Shot or Squat". As this is purely a fun event, there is deliberately no timekeeping; medals in the form of a whisky barrel are nevertheless awarded to every finisher. There will also be a raffle at the end of the run, where vouchers and spirits from the Störtebeker distillery will be given away to all participants.
This year, only runners (and only on request) can start on the 5km or 10km course, as the walking starting places have already all been taken.
Four tasting stations await participants on the 5km route, while there are a total of eight spirits to sample on the 10km route. If you don't want to drink, you'll end up with quite a few squats on your watch ;)
The focus of this event is on having fun. That's why participants are once again very welcome to come to the start in masquerade costume or Christmas hats.
New this year: prizes for the best single costume and the best couple costume will be awarded with a spirit from the Störtebeker distillery!)
For the 10km walkers, the trial run starts at 12.15 pm, whereas all other disciplines start at 1 pm. As the access road to the distillery will be closed for around 15 minutes on the last kilometer, participants in the other disciplines must be prepared to arrive either before the first starting shot or at around 12.30 pm.
The spa administration of Middelhagen will provide a pre-Christmas atmosphere and treats with the Mönchguter Adventszauber. There will also be entertainment for younger guests.
Routes:
5 km
10 km
Disciplines:
Running
(Nordic) Walking
Entry fee:
5km run and walk: 20 EUR
10km run and walk: 30 EUR