Over the past two years, the Best Water Run has grown into a global movement. Launched as part of World Water Day, it has a clear mission: Raising awareness about the global water crisis. In many parts of the world, people still don’t have easy access to clean drinking water from a tap. Often, the nearest water source is an average of 6 kilometers away – a distance that many people have to walk every single day to collect fresh water. With the Best Water Run, we’re not only raising awareness – we’re sending out a powerful message. 100% of the donations raised through the run go directly toward building new drinking water wells in Africa. At the Best Water Run 2025, 12,291 participants from 35 countries came together. We covered more than 60,000 kilometers – and raised over €60,000 to fund new well projects.
HOW FAR WOULD YOU WALK FOR WATER?
It is easy to take clean drinking water for granted. For many of us, clean water is just a step away from the nearest tap. But for more than 2 billion people worldwide, this is not the reality. According to the UN, 500 million of these individuals live in Africa. Imagine waking up every morning knowing your first task is to walk 6 kilometers, carrying 20 kilograms of water back home.
For the third time, we are coming together to raise awareness.
By running a symbolic 6 km, we are going to raise funds to help build wells in Africa. For every participant, BWT donates €6, with all funds going to the b.waterMISSION project.
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Join us in 2026 and be a Changemaker
Run for a world where everyone has access to clean water. Our vision is simple: to Change the World, sip by sip. Your participation is more than just a run – it’s a step toward real change.
Already motivated to run for a good cause?
Simply register and select your preferred color of our special edition bottle.
Registration opens on World Water Day – March 22
*Each registration is limited to one bottle. The Best Water Run bottle is available on a first-come, first-served basis and only while supplies last. Due to logistical reasons, bottle shipping is currently limited to Europe. We still encourage everyone worldwide to run with us for this great cause.
Join the Best Water Run Club on Strava!
This year, you can join the Best Water Run Club on Strava for free. Share your results, track your challenge, and see runners from all over the world take part. Registration and club membership are free — join us and be part of the global movement.
FAQ
How can I register?
Simply register using the form on the website. You will then be redirected to the shop, where you can choose your bottle.
Does it cost me anything?
There is no registration fee. The climate bottle is provided free of charge when you use the code received during registration. Only the delivery costs to your country must be paid by you.
How many bottles do I get?
Each registration is limited to one bottle. The Best Water Run bottle is available on a first-come, first-served basis and only while supplies last.
Can I participate from everywhere?
Yes, you can choose wherever you want to run. Alone or in small groups.
How will the funds be used?
All funds raised will go towards building water wells in The Gambia and Tanzania, providing clean and accessible water to communities in need.
Where can I share my run?
Post a photo on social media, tag @bwtglobal and @windhagerdieheizung and use #BestWaterRun
Our 2025 run was a great success
uniting people from all over the world
10.291 participants
In 35 countries
Collected more than €60,000 funds
