Elbe Trail Challenge

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 49 km to 68 km in Portoferraio (Tuscany, Italy)

Location

Portoferraio, Tuscany, ItalyShow on map(42.8123° N, 10.3130° E)

Date & StatusApril 11, 2027 to April 17, 2027Date confirmed

Elevation gainUp to +2,584 m

Elbe Trail Challenge is an endurance sporting event in Portoferraio, Tuscany, IT focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Island, Seaside & Coast, Mountain, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 68 km (68 km, +2,584 m D+), and Walking 49 km (49 km, +220 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed from April 11, 2027 to April 17, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (trailtobealive.fr).

Official website

Elbe Trail Challenge in Portoferraio (Work: "Val D Orcia In Autumn", Photo: Fabrizio Lunardi, License: CC0 1.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons) — "Val D Orcia In Autumn" · Photo: **Fabrizio Lunardi** · Wikimedia CommonsCC0 1.0
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Event characteristics

Island Seaside & Coast Mountain Multi-Day Nature & Off-Road

Races & distances (2)

Competition	Discipline	Distance	Elevation gain	Altitude range	Course type	Course & profile
Trail 68 km	Trail Running	68 km	+2,584 m	2 m - 1,087 m	Loop course	Route & profile
Walking 49 km	Walking & Hiking	49 km	+220 m	5 m - 97 m	Loop course	Route & profile

Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance

68 km

Elevation gain

+2,584 m D+

Elevation loss

-2,584 m D-

Altitude range

2 m - 1,087 m

Gradient (Avg / Max)

7.6 % / 13.7 %

Course format

Loop course

68 km+2,584 m D+Peak 1,087 m

Start (S)Finish (F)DownhillFlatClimbSteep

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 2 m to 1,087 m above sea level (+2,584 m D+, -2,584 m D-)

Peak: 1,087 m·at 21.9 km·Ø 7.6 %

Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Elbe Trail Challenge take place?

Elbe Trail Challenge takes place in Portoferraio, Tuscany, IT (start area at coordinates 42.8123° N, 10.313° E). The next edition is officially confirmed from April 11, 2027 to April 17, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Elbe Trail Challenge?

The race program comprises 2 competitions, including Trail 68 km (68 km, +2,584 m D+), and Walking 49 km (49 km, +220 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Elbe Trail Challenge?

The main competition (Trail 68 km over 68 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +2,584 m of elevation gain and -2,584 m of elevation loss, ranging between 2 m and 1,087 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 Elbe Trail Challenge?

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