Road Running

GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf

Road Running covering 17.4 km to 73.9 km with up to 1,867 m D+ in Schmiedefeld am Rennsteig (Thuringia, Germany)

LocationSchmiedefeld am Rennsteig, Thuringia, GermanyShow on map(50.6082° N, 10.8123° E)
Date & StatusMay 22, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +1,867 m

GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf is an endurance sporting event in Schmiedefeld am Rennsteig, Thuringia, DE focused on Road Running. Key features include Forest, Nature & Off-Road, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Ultra-Marathon (73.9 km, +1,867 m D+), Marathon (42.2 km, +769 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +351 m D+), and Nordic Walking (17.4 km, +78 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for May 22, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (rennsteiglauf.de).

Official website
GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf in Schmiedefeld am Rennsteig (Work: "Endspurt Marathoni Nr. 5538 Bild 17 beim 51. GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf 2024-05-25", Photo: Strubbl, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Endspurt Marathoni Nr. 5538 Bild 17 beim 51. GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf 2024-05-25" · Photo: Strubbl · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

ForestNature & Off-RoadMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Ultra-MarathonRoad Running73.9 km+1,867 m1,150 m - 1,934 mLoop courseRoute & profile
MarathonRoad Running42.2 km+769 m1,153 m - 1,476 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Half MarathonRoad Running21.1 km+351 m1,156 m - 1,303 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Nordic WalkingRoad Running17.4 km+78 m1,159 m - 1,192 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
73.9 km
Elevation gain
+1,867 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,867 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 1,934 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.1 % / 9.2 %
Course format
Loop course
73.9 km+1,867 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040506070FS50.6082° N, 10.8123° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 1,934 m above sea level (+1,867 m D+, -1,867 m D-)

Peak: 1,934 m·at 37.5 km·Ø 5.1 %
1,150 m1,411 m1,673 m1,934 m0 km14.8 km29.6 km44.3 km59.1 km73.9 km1,934 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf take place?

GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf takes place in Schmiedefeld am Rennsteig, Thuringia, DE (start area at coordinates 50.6082° N, 10.8123° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for May 22, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Ultra-Marathon (73.9 km, +1,867 m D+), Marathon (42.2 km, +769 m D+), Half Marathon (21.1 km, +351 m D+), and Nordic Walking (17.4 km, +78 m D+). The competitions belong to Road Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf?

The main competition (Ultra-Marathon over 73.9 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,867 m of elevation gain and -1,867 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 1,934 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 GutsMuths-Rennsteiglauf?

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