Trail RunningWalking & Hiking

Harz-Gebirgslauf

Trail Running and Walking & Hiking covering 2 km to 42.2 km with up to 1,180 m D+ in Wernigerode (Saxony-Anhalt, Germany)

LocationWernigerode, Saxony-Anhalt, GermanyShow on map(51.8365° N, 10.7822° E)
Date & StatusOctober 9, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +1,180 m

Harz-Gebirgslauf is an endurance sporting event in Wernigerode, Saxony-Anhalt, DE focused on Trail Running and Walking & Hiking. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain, Kids & Youth Races.

The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Trail 42.2 km (42.2 km, +1,180 m D+), Walking 25 km (25 km, +112 m D+), Trail 22.5 km (22.5 km, +530 m D+), Trail 11.2 km (11.2 km, +280 m D+), Walking 11 km (11 km, +50 m D+), and Trail 4.8 km (4.8 km, +120 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The next edition is officially confirmed for October 9, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (harz-gebirgslauf.de).

Official website
Harz-Gebirgslauf in Wernigerode (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

Nature & Off-RoadForestMountainKids & Youth Races

Races & distances (7)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 42.2 kmTrail Running42.2 km+1,180 m620 m - 1,116 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 25 kmWalking & Hiking25 km+112 m623 m - 670 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 22.5 kmTrail Running22.5 km+530 m626 m - 849 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 11.2 kmTrail Running11.2 km+280 m629 m - 747 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Walking 11 kmWalking & Hiking11 km+50 m632 m - 653 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 4.8 kmTrail Running4.8 km+120 m620 m - 670 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 2 kmTrail Running2 km+76 m623 m - 655 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
42.2 km
Elevation gain
+1,180 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,180 m D-
Altitude range
620 m - 1,116 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.6 % / 10.1 %
Course format
Loop course
42.2 km+1,180 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040FS51.8365° N, 10.7822° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 620 m to 1,116 m above sea level (+1,180 m D+, -1,180 m D-)

Peak: 1,116 m·at 26.5 km·Ø 5.6 %
620 m785 m951 m1,116 m0 km8.4 km16.9 km25.3 km33.8 km42.2 km1,116 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Harz-Gebirgslauf take place?

Harz-Gebirgslauf takes place in Wernigerode, Saxony-Anhalt, DE (start area at coordinates 51.8365° N, 10.7822° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for October 9, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Harz-Gebirgslauf?

The race program comprises 7 competitions, including Trail 42.2 km (42.2 km, +1,180 m D+), Walking 25 km (25 km, +112 m D+), Trail 22.5 km (22.5 km, +530 m D+), Trail 11.2 km (11.2 km, +280 m D+), Walking 11 km (11 km, +50 m D+), and Trail 4.8 km (4.8 km, +120 m D+) (7 competitions in total). The competitions belong to Trail Running and Walking & Hiking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Harz-Gebirgslauf?

The main competition (Trail 42.2 km over 42.2 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,180 m of elevation gain and -1,180 m of elevation loss, ranging between 620 m and 1,116 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 Harz-Gebirgslauf?

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