Rennsteig Staffellauf

Trail Running covering 170 km in Hörschel (Thuringia, Germany)

LocationHörschel, Thuringia, GermanyShow on map(51.0063° N, 10.2286° E)
Date & StatusJune 19, 2027Date confirmed
Elevation gainUp to +4,420 m

Rennsteig Staffellauf is an endurance sporting event in Hörschel, Thuringia, DE focused on Trail Running. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Relay.

The competition program features Trail 170 km (170 km, +4,420 m D+). The next edition is officially confirmed for June 19, 2027. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (rennsteig-staffellauf.de).

Rennsteig Staffellauf in Hörschel (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)
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Event characteristics

Races & distances (1)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
Trail 170 kmTrail Running170 km+4,420 m213 m - 2,069 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Trail 170 km170 km
Distance
170 km
Elevation gain
+4,420 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,420 m D-
Altitude range
213 m - 2,069 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
5.2 % / 9.4 %
Course format
Loop course
170 km+4,420 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N255075100125150FS51.0064° N, 10.2286° E

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 213 m to 2,069 m above sea level (+4,420 m D+, -4,420 m D-)

Peak: 2,069 m·at 66.9 km·Ø 5.2 %
213 m832 m1,450 m2,069 m0 km34 km68 km102 km136 km170 km2,069 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does Rennsteig Staffellauf take place?

Rennsteig Staffellauf takes place in Hörschel, Thuringia, DE (start area at coordinates 51.0063° N, 10.2286° E). The next edition is officially confirmed for June 19, 2027.

What races and distances are offered at Rennsteig Staffellauf?

The competition program features Trail 170 km (170 km, +4,420 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for Rennsteig Staffellauf?

The main competition (Trail 170 km over 170 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,420 m of elevation gain and -4,420 m of elevation loss, ranging between 213 m and 2,069 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 Rennsteig Staffellauf?

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