Eiger Ultra-Trail by UTMB
Trail Running covering 15 km to 250 km with up to 18,000 m D+ in Grindelwald (Canton of Bern, Switzerland)
Eiger Ultra-Trail by UTMB is an endurance sporting event in Grindelwald, Canton of Bern, CH focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB World Series, UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, Kids & Youth Races, High Altitude.
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including E250 - UNESCO Jungfrau-Aletsch Trail (250 km, +18,000 m D+), E101- Ultra Trail (101 km, +6,700 m D+), E51- Panorama Trail (51 km, +3,100 m D+), E35 - North Face Trail (35 km, +2,500 m D+), E16 - Pleasure Trail (16 km, +950 m D+), and Trail Surprise (15 km, +800 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from July 14, 2027 to July 18, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (eiger.utmb.world).
Event characteristics
Races & distances (6)
| Competition | Discipline | Distance | Elevation gain | Altitude range | Course type | Course & profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E250 - UNESCO Jungfrau-Aletsch Trail | Trail Running | 250 km | +18,000 m | 563 m - 8,123 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| E101- Ultra Trail | Trail Running | 101 km | +6,700 m | 566 m - 3,380 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| E51- Panorama Trail | Trail Running | 51 km | +3,100 m | 569 m - 1,871 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| E35 - North Face Trail | Trail Running | 35 km | +2,500 m | 572 m - 1,622 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| E16 - Pleasure Trail | Trail Running | 16 km | +950 m | 575 m - 974 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
| Trail Surprise | Trail Running | 15 km | +800 m | 563 m - 899 m | Loop course | Route & profile |
Course route & map
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 563 m to 8,123 m above sea level (+18,000 m D+, -18,000 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 566 m to 3,380 m above sea level (+6,700 m D+, -6,700 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 569 m to 1,871 m above sea level (+3,100 m D+, -3,100 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 572 m to 1,622 m above sea level (+2,500 m D+, -2,500 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 575 m to 974 m above sea level (+950 m D+, -950 m D-)
Elevation profile & course telemetry
Altitude from 563 m to 899 m above sea level (+800 m D+, -800 m D-)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When and where does Eiger Ultra-Trail by UTMB take place?
Eiger Ultra-Trail by UTMB takes place in Grindelwald, Canton of Bern, CH (start area at coordinates 46.6242° N, 8.0414° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from July 14, 2027 to July 18, 2027.
What races and distances are offered at Eiger Ultra-Trail by UTMB?
The race program comprises 6 competitions, including E250 - UNESCO Jungfrau-Aletsch Trail (250 km, +18,000 m D+), E101- Ultra Trail (101 km, +6,700 m D+), E51- Panorama Trail (51 km, +3,100 m D+), E35 - North Face Trail (35 km, +2,500 m D+), E16 - Pleasure Trail (16 km, +950 m D+), and Trail Surprise (15 km, +800 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.
What is the course layout and elevation profile for Eiger Ultra-Trail by UTMB?
The main competition (E250 - UNESCO Jungfrau-Aletsch Trail over 250 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +18,000 m of elevation gain and -18,000 m of elevation loss, ranging between 563 m and 8,123 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 Eiger Ultra-Trail by UTMB?
Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (eiger.utmb.world).