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Hochwechseltrail

Trail Running covering 10 km to 78.6 km with up to 3,300 m D+ in Kirchberg am Wechsel (Lower Austria, Austria)

LocationKirchberg am Wechsel, Lower Austria, AustriaShow on map(47.6098° N, 15.9884° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +3,300 m

Hochwechseltrail is an endurance sporting event in Kirchberg am Wechsel, Lower Austria, AT focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Multi-Day.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Ultra Trail (78.6 km, +3,300 m D+), Marathon Trail (44.9 km, +2,070 m D+), Halbmarathon Trail (25 km, +1,120 m D+), and Speed Trail (10 km, +320 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (hochwechseltrail.at).

Official website
Hochwechseltrail in Kirchberg am Wechsel (Work: "Wösendorf in der Wachau, 20210728 1207 0688", Photo: Jakub Hałun, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Wösendorf in der Wachau, 20210728 1207 0688" · Photo: Jakub Hałun · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

MountainNature & Off-RoadForestMulti-DayHigh Altitude

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Ultra TrailTrail Running78.6 km+3,300 m1,150 m - 2,536 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Marathon TrailTrail Running44.9 km+2,070 m1,153 m - 2,022 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Halbmarathon TrailTrail Running25 km+1,120 m1,156 m - 1,626 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Speed TrailTrail Running10 km+320 m1,159 m - 1,293 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
78.6 km
Elevation gain
+3,300 m D+
Elevation loss
-3,300 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 2,536 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
8.4 % / 15.1 %
Course format
Loop course
78.6 km+3,300 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N10203040506070FS47.6098° N, 15.9884° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,536 m above sea level (+3,300 m D+, -3,300 m D-)

Peak: 2,536 m·at 25.9 km·Ø 8.4 %
1,150 m1,612 m2,074 m2,536 m0 km15.7 km31.4 km47.2 km62.9 km78.6 km2,536 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Hochwechseltrail take place?

Hochwechseltrail takes place in Kirchberg am Wechsel, Lower Austria, AT (start area at coordinates 47.6098° N, 15.9884° E). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at Hochwechseltrail?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including Ultra Trail (78.6 km, +3,300 m D+), Marathon Trail (44.9 km, +2,070 m D+), Halbmarathon Trail (25 km, +1,120 m D+), and Speed Trail (10 km, +320 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Hochwechseltrail?

The main competition (Ultra Trail over 78.6 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +3,300 m of elevation gain and -3,300 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,536 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 Hochwechseltrail?

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