For many people in Bremen running in Bürgerpark is one of their regular sports activities. This is not only due to the nature, pure air and fresh odour of the forest. The Finnbahn in particular enjoys such great popularity that even guests from the surrounding area come to Bremen specially to run here.

All paths in Bürgerpark and Stadtwald are suitable for running. However, the new base surface of the Finnbahn track is designed to significantly reduce stress on the joints. In cooperation with the Bremen Institute for Applied Prevention and Performance Diagnostics different running surfaces were tested and trial sections set up so users could evaluate the Finnbahn within the scope of the Finnbahn renewal in 2004.

The Finnbahn track was widened to 1.5 metres with the new surface for reduced stress on joints, raised by 30 cm to ensure better water runoff and provided with lighting. Many runners got involved in the renewal by making donations.