Alb Marathon

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 5 km to 60 km with up to 2,000 m D+ in Schwäbisch Gmünd (Baden-Württemberg, Germany)

LocationSchwäbisch Gmünd, Baden-Württemberg, GermanyShow on map(48.7995° N, 9.7981° E)
Date & StatusOctober 23, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +2,000 m

Alb Marathon is an endurance sporting event in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Baden-Württemberg, DE focused on Trail Running, Walking & Hiking and Road Running. Key features include Kids & Youth Races, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Relay.

The race program comprises 8 competitions, including Trail 60 km (60 km, +2,000 m D+), Trail 50 km (50 km, +1,100 m D+), Trail 50 km (Relay) (50 km, +1,100 m D+), Trail 37 km (37 km, +1,210 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +407 m D+), and Trail 10 km (10 km, +380 m D+) (8 competitions in total). The next edition is officially confirmed for October 23, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (albmarathon.de).

Alb Marathon in Schwäbisch Gmünd (Work: "March in Denzlingen", Photo: pictures Jettcom, License: CC BY 3.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
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Races & distances (8)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 60 kmTrail Running60 km+2,000 m620 m - 1,460 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 50 kmTrail Running50 km+1,100 m623 m - 1,085 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 50 km (Relay)Trail Running50 km+1,100 m626 m - 1,088 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 37 kmTrail Running37 km+1,210 m629 m - 1,137 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 25 kmTrail Running25 km+407 m632 m - 803 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 10 kmTrail Running10 km+380 m620 m - 780 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 10 kmWalking & Hiking10 km+45 m623 m - 642 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Road Running 5 kmRoad Running5 km+35 m626 m - 641 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
60 km
Elevation gain
+2,000 m D+
Elevation loss
-2,000 m D-
Altitude range
620 m - 1,460 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
6.7 % / 12.1 %
Course format
Loop course
60 km+2,000 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N1020304050FS48.7995° N, 9.7981° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 620 m to 1,460 m above sea level (+2,000 m D+, -2,000 m D-)

Peak: 1,460 m·at 31.3 km·Ø 6.7 %
620 m900 m1,180 m1,460 m0 km12 km24 km36 km48 km60 km1,460 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Alb Marathon take place?

Alb Marathon takes place in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Baden-Württemberg, DE (start area at coordinates 48.7995° N, 9.7981° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for October 23, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Alb Marathon?

The race program comprises 8 competitions, including Trail 60 km (60 km, +2,000 m D+), Trail 50 km (50 km, +1,100 m D+), Trail 50 km (Relay) (50 km, +1,100 m D+), Trail 37 km (37 km, +1,210 m D+), Trail 25 km (25 km, +407 m D+), and Trail 10 km (10 km, +380 m D+) (8 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running, Walking & Hiking and Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Alb Marathon?

The main competition (Trail 60 km over 60 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,000 m of elevation gain and -2,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 620 m and 1,460 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for Alb Marathon?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (albmarathon.de).