Trail Running

Brocken Challenge

Trail Running covering 87.5 km with up to 1,900 m D+ in Göttingen (Lower Saxony, Germany)

LocationGöttingen, Lower Saxony, GermanyShow on map(51.5339° N, 9.9355° E)
Date & StatusFebruary 13, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +1,900 m

Brocken Challenge is an endurance sporting event in Göttingen, Lower Saxony, DE focused on Trail Running. Key features include City Run, Mountain, Nature & Off-Road.

The competition program features Brocken Challenge Ultra (87.5 km) (87.5 km, +1,900 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for February 13, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (brocken-challenge.de).

Official website
Brocken Challenge in Göttingen (Work: "Elbe in Saxon Switzerland", Photo: Pudelek, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Elbe in Saxon Switzerland" · Photo: Pudelek · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

City RunMountainNature & Off-Road

Races & distances (1)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Brocken Challenge Ultra (87.5 km)Trail Running87.5 km+1,900 m620 m - 1,418 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Brocken Challenge Ultra (87.5 km)87.5 km
Distance
87.5 km
Elevation gain
+1,900 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,900 m D-
Altitude range
620 m - 1,418 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
4.3 % / 7.7 %
Course format
Loop course
87.5 km+1,900 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N20406080FS51.5339° N, 9.9355° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 620 m to 1,418 m above sea level (+1,900 m D+, -1,900 m D-)

Peak: 1,418 m·at 42.9 km·Ø 4.3 %
620 m886 m1,152 m1,418 m0 km17.5 km35 km52.5 km70 km87.5 km1,418 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Brocken Challenge take place?

Brocken Challenge takes place in Göttingen, Lower Saxony, DE (start area at coordinates 51.5339° N, 9.9355° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for February 13, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Brocken Challenge?

The competition program features Brocken Challenge Ultra (87.5 km) (87.5 km, +1,900 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Brocken Challenge?

The main competition (Brocken Challenge Ultra (87.5 km) over 87.5 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,900 m of elevation gain and -1,900 m of elevation loss, ranging between 620 m and 1,418 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 Brocken Challenge?

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