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Real Kick Ultramarathon
Moselkern, Germany
November 11, 2026 to November 12, 2026Date confirmed
125 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
DETrail Running · Germany · 13 Events · 53 Races
Trail Running in Germany
13 verified events with 53 individual races (5 confirmed dates) in Germany complete with route maps and elevation profiles.
Events135 confirmed dates
Competitions53Races & courses
Distances10.7 - 201 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+5,200 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Mountainman Nikolaus-Trail
Pommelsbrunn, Germany
December 6, 2026Date confirmed
44 km32 km17 km11 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+2
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Engelhorn Sports PfalzTrail
Carlsberg, Germany
April 25, 2027Date confirmed
36.9 km22.2 km11.8 km
Nature & Off-RoadForest+2
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Losheimer Trailfest
Losheim am See, Germany
June 25, 2027 to June 27, 2027Date confirmed
113 km83 km77.1 km47.3 km+2
Nature & Off-RoadForest+4
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XTERRA O-SEE Ultra Marathon
Oybin, Germany
October 16, 2027Date confirmed
65 km50.3 km25.3 km16.9 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
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Schinder-Trail Backyard Ultra
Rettert, Germany
Date to be announcedDate TBA
201 km140.8 km107 km93.8 km+4
Nature & Off-RoadForest+3
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Vogelsberger Vulkan Trail
Schotten, Germany
Date to be announcedDate TBA
101 km71.3 km43.5 km21.3 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadKids & Youth Races+3
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Chiemgau Trail Run
Marquartstein, Germany
Date to be announcedDate TBA
61.9 km44.6 km21.8 km10.7 km
Nature & Off-RoadMountain+3
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
November 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 11, 2026 - Nov 12, 2026 | Real Kick Ultramarathon | Moselkern, Rhineland-Palatinate, DE | Trail Running | 125 km |
December 2026
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2026 | Mountainman Nikolaus-Trail | Pommelsbrunn, Bavaria, DE | Trail Running | 44 km32 km17 km11 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 25, 2027 | Engelhorn Sports PfalzTrail | Carlsberg, Rhineland-Palatinate, DE | Trail Running | 36.9 km22.2 km11.8 km |
June 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2027 - Jun 27, 2027 | Losheimer Trailfest | Losheim am See, Saarland, DE | Trail Running | 113 km83 km77.1 km47.3 km |
October 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2027 | XTERRA O-SEE Ultra Marathon | Oybin, Saxony, DE | Trail Running | 65 km50.3 km25.3 km16.9 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Schinder-Trail Backyard Ultra | Rettert, Rhineland-Palatinate, DE | Trail Running | 201 km140.8 km107 km93.8 km |
| Date to be announced | Vogelsberger Vulkan Trail | Schotten, Hesse, DE | Trail RunningWalking & Hiking | 101 km71.3 km43.5 km21.3 km |
| Date to be announced | Chiemgau Trail Run | Marquartstein, Bavaria, DE | Trail Running | 61.9 km44.6 km21.8 km10.7 km |
| Date to be announced | kleiner KoBoLT | Koblenz, Rhineland-Palatinate, DE | Trail Running | 135.3 km99 km72.5 km |
| Date to be announced | U. Trail Lamer Winkel | Lohberg, Bavaria, DE | Trail Running | 54 km24 km12 km |
| Date to be announced | Schinder-Trail Grauer Kopf | Pohl, Rhineland-Palatinate, DE | Trail Running | 125 km71.8 km34.1 km |
| Date to be announced | RAG Hartfüssler Trail | Riegelsberg, Saarland, DE | Trail Running | 59 km31.4 km12.7 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails. Trail running is defined by elevation gain, technical terrain, and natural landscapes across forest singletrack, coastal cliffs, and mountain passes. In this Trail Running in Germany directory, RunningCompass curates 13 events comprising 53 individual races, including 5 events with confirmed upcoming dates.
Courses span distances ranging from 10.7 km to 201 km and elevation gains up to +5,200 m. Key host locations include Moselkern, Pommelsbrunn, Carlsberg, Losheim am See. Notable events in this selection include Real Kick Ultramarathon, Mountainman Nikolaus-Trail, Engelhorn Sports PfalzTrail.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
How many events and races are listed under Trail Running in Germany?
This overview currently includes 13 verified events featuring 53 individual races. Of these, 5 events have confirmed upcoming dates on the calendar, while 8 events await next edition date confirmation from the organizer.
What race distances and elevation profiles are included in Trail Running in Germany?
Races in this selection span distances of 10.7 km to 201 km. The most demanding courses reach up to +5,200 m of positive elevation gain. Featured disciplines include Trail Running, Walking & Hiking.
Which host cities and flagship events stand out in Trail Running in Germany?
Top host locations include Moselkern, Pommelsbrunn, Carlsberg, Losheim am See, Oybin. Representative events in the catalog include Real Kick Ultramarathon, Mountainman Nikolaus-Trail, Engelhorn Sports PfalzTrail, Losheimer Trailfest. Off-road running on singletrack, forest paths, and alpine ridges, spanning short discovery trails to high-mountain ultra-trails.
How can I inspect route maps, elevation charts, and date filters for Trail Running in Germany?
Every event profile provides an interactive route map, a detailed elevation chart across all 53 races, and a GPX track download. You can also switch directly to the interactive map explorer to filter by date range and distance.