Steffi Nerius (German pronunciation: [ˈʃtɛ.fi ˈneː.ʁi̯ʊs] ⓘ; born 1 July 1972) is a retired German track and field athlete who competed in the javelin throw.

This ranks her second among German female javelin throwers, behind Christina Obergföll.

[1] Initially playing volleyball in school, Nerius later switched to athletics.

Her first international success was a bronze medal at the 1991 European Junior Championships.

Her first gold medal at a major competition came at the 2006 European Championships.