Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

Nassfeld Mountain Skytrails

Trail Running covering 2.3 km to 53.3 km with up to 4,280 m D+ in Sonnenalpe Nassfeld (Carinthia, Austria)

LocationNassfeld-Sonnalpe, Carinthia, AustriaShow on map(46.5677° N, 13.2701° E)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +4,280 m

Nassfeld Mountain Skytrails is an endurance sporting event in Nassfeld-Sonnalpe, Carinthia, AT focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Vertical Race.

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including SkyUltra (53.3 km, +4,280 m D+), Skyrace (24.7 km, +2,140 m D+), Speed Trail (19.1 km, +726 m D+), Easy Trail (8.6 km, +327 m D+), and Trail 2.3 km (2.3 km, +87 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 (skytrails.nassfeld.at).

Official website
Nassfeld Mountain Skytrails in Nassfeld-Sonnalpe (Work: "Guillaume Rouger representing France at the World Masters Mountain Running Championships 2022", Photo: Athetics123, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Guillaume Rouger representing France at the World Masters Mountain Running Championships 2022" · Photo: Athetics123 · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
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Event characteristics

MountainNature & Off-RoadForestVertical RaceHigh Altitude

Races & distances (5)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
SkyUltraTrail Running53.3 km+4,280 m1,150 m - 2,948 mLoop courseRoute & profile
SkyraceTrail Running24.7 km+2,140 m1,153 m - 2,052 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Speed TrailTrail Running19.1 km+726 m1,156 m - 1,461 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Easy TrailTrail Running8.6 km+327 m1,159 m - 1,296 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Trail 2.3 kmTrail Running2.3 km+87 m1,162 m - 1,199 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
53.3 km
Elevation gain
+4,280 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,280 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 2,948 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
16.1 % / 29 %
Course format
Loop course
53.3 km+4,280 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N1020304050FS46.5677° N, 13.2701° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 2,948 m above sea level (+4,280 m D+, -4,280 m D-)

Peak: 2,948 m·at 30.7 km·Ø 16.1 %
1,150 m1,749 m2,349 m2,948 m0 km10.7 km21.3 km32 km42.6 km53.3 km2,948 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Nassfeld Mountain Skytrails take place?

Nassfeld Mountain Skytrails takes place in Nassfeld-Sonnalpe, Carinthia, AT (start area at coordinates 46.5677° N, 13.2701° 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 Nassfeld Mountain Skytrails?

The race program comprises 5 competitions, including SkyUltra (53.3 km, +4,280 m D+), Skyrace (24.7 km, +2,140 m D+), Speed Trail (19.1 km, +726 m D+), Easy Trail (8.6 km, +327 m D+), and Trail 2.3 km (2.3 km, +87 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Nassfeld Mountain Skytrails?

The main competition (SkyUltra over 53.3 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,280 m of elevation gain and -4,280 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 2,948 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 Nassfeld Mountain Skytrails?

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